Job Overview:
This role is responsible for coordination of all operations within the department; initiation and implementation of improvement activities; effective utilization of human, material, and equipment resources; conformance to schedules; safety of all assigned employees; product quality; and control and reduction of operating costs. Responsible for training employees; development of daily work schedules; ensuring compliance with all policies and procedures and regulatory requirements. This role will shift through multiple departments based on project and coverage needs.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Communicates production goals to operators in area of responsibility, and provides resources and motivation to meet or exceed goals.

· Accountable for meeting production expectations through safe operation in accordance with established procedures and within specified process settings.

· Ensures complete and effective training of all operators for applicable work instructions and safety procedures. Provides documentation and tracking of all training in assigned process areas.

· Conducts and documents effective safety meetings at required intervals.

· Ensures maximum up time through rapid changeovers.

· Assists in implementing engineering changes.

· Responsible for consistent shift operation according to established procedures and process settings. Measure of effectiveness will be consistently high ratings on conducted process and procedure audits.

· Coordinates communication of Engineering Change Notices, Test Approvals, and engineering and maintenance projects to direct reports.

· Quality Driven improvement process implementation to support operations objectives.

· Assists in the coordination of team based activities that result in waste elimination or added value.

· Trains, coaches and motivates employees to maintain and develop the skills necessary to meet and exceed production goals.

· Reviews and assesses the skill set of each employee as it relates to the job requirements. Assists in the management of individual development plans.

· Creates and administers disciplinary action as necessary.

· Performs other related functions as required and works to promote continuous improvements for process efficiencies

· Work in a safe manner following all PPE and standardized processes

· Perform all other duties as assigned by the Manager.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

· Must be able to read, write and understand English

· Moderate understanding of Microsoft Office products

· Moderate understanding of SAP or similar inventories systems preferred

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

· High School Diploma or equivalency (GED)

· Associate Degree from an accredited 2 year program preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT (if applicable)

· The employee may be frequently expose to fumes or airborne particles

· The employee may be exposed to confined spaces while working on machines

· The employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time.

· The employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time.

· Will be required to use vision including close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

· The employee will be required to use standard office equipment including computers, faxes, copiers, printers, etc.

· Occasionally required to lift up to 50 lbs.

· Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Chicopee, MA 01013: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person