Overview

IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. has been propelled by the principles of its founder, J. Walter Becker, for over a century. Since the beginning, this family-run enterprise has been committed to building ideal relationships with its customers, employees and communities, creating some of the industry’s most innovative and trusted products along the way. This commitment to quality and service will continue to spur the success of IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. and its family of companies, for generations to come.

This position is on 1st Shift; Monda - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Responsibilities

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for driving and maintaining a safe and clean working environment.
• Working leader of a functional operations group.
• Develop and execute the daily production schedule including assigning work, rotating employees as necessary and work prioritization.
• Ensures that products are manufactured, assembled and packaged according to work instructions, meeting all quality requirements. Participates in the Root Cause Corrective Action process when necessary.
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing techniques to drive continuous improvement in all aspects of production, including but not limited to safety, quality and productivity.
• Responsible for understanding, and using the company inventory system as directed by management. Fills out appropriate documents to report production and raw material usage.
• Ensure that all employees within area of responsibility are appropriately trained and/or cross-trained on job tasks and company/facility policies and procedures.
• Responsible for monitoring and maintaining all equipment within area of responsibility, including notifying maintenance when assistance is required and performing or directing routine maintenance of equipment.
• Provide feedback to the Manager/Supervisor on employee performance and development opportunities.
• Assist Manager/Supervisor in managing employee attendance and scheduling employee time off.

Qualifications

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• On-the-job experience with Lean Manufacturing concepts
• Must have demonstrated communication skills (both written and verbal) for upward and downwards communication flow.
• Ability to provide day-to-day floor leadership to a diverse work group.
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve and make informed decisions relating to area of responsibility.
• Computer proficiency, specifically Microsoft Excel, Word, AS400 and email.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED
• At least 2 years of progressive experience working in a manufacturing environment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to frequently lift, push and pull up to 20 lbs, for 9-10 hours per day and, on occasion, lift and push up to 60 lbs. This capability will either be determined from a physical exam, or verifiable past performance.
• Prolonged standing and/or sitting during a shift (9-10 hours) with frequent reaching, pulling and bending.
• May be required to pass a physical exam for wearing a respirator, which is a requirement for certain jobs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Hot/cold temperatures based on seasonal variations
• May be humidity, noise, odors, dust
• Frequent exposure to chemical and mechanical hazards

IDEAL INDUSTRIES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.