Job Abstract

Responsibilities:

• Observe and record production operations
• Review operational schedules and coordinate manufacturing activities to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays. i.e.: SMED development, ergonomics, LDR improvement.
• Inspects machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization
• Seeks methods to improve standard operational and working practices
• Observe workers, molding machinery, and conveyors to ensure compliance with safety standards and operating efficiency
• Coordinates with mold set technician, department supervisors and production personnel for parts, tooling, equipment, and machinery
• Performs preventative maintenance on tooling and equipment as directed
• Works with the machine attendants and supervisors in training personnel
• Follows all safety rules and procedures
• Drive scrap reduction on the production floor
• Assist process engineer with optimizing cycle times
• Ensure presses are running at optimized cycle
• Troubleshoot injection molding machines as issues arise

Requirements:

• A minimum of a High School diploma. Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, engineering, or related area and at least one year's work experience preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma or Kaizen experience/certification a plus
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good Mathematical and organizational skills
• Working knowledge of OSHA standards and GMPs
• Good interpersonal skills
• Experience and demonstrated knowledge of troubleshooting skills, preferably in injection and blow molding processes
• Ability to work for up to 12 hours at a time on Day shift or Night shift