Production Coordinator - 1st Shift (Stamping)

As the North American headquarters for G-TEKT Corporation, Jefferson Industries actively participates in the Global Automotive Industry. As part of our involvement, Jefferson Industries Corporation offers design and development for press dies and other tools necessary to produce automotive products. We embrace programs for product development including product design review and Advanced Product Quality Planning. Our facilities support high quality product manufacturing, and we provide a timely and flexible approach to meeting the needs of our customers.

We are actively seeking a Production Coordinator to join our Stamping Department on 1st Shift (core schedule, Monday through Friday 6:00 am to 2:30 pm)

Note – The following is not intended to be all-inclusive.  Business conditions change and develop, as well as the individual develops requiring flexibility, straight forward communication, and forward thinking to prepare and adapt to change.  The individual is expected to grow within these guidelines focusing on excellence within the role.  You work in a friendly and courteous manner providing an accurate flow of communication (both internal and external).

This will prepare the individual for potential future positions as the business needs require and the individual demonstrates their contribution and potential.

Your position is responsible for providing professional and dependable service and to

develop our Team’s capability to deliver JIC’s key objectives to all our customers and

suppliers. You will have a complete understanding of all customer/supplier requirements.

Your understanding of JIC’s Management Policy “To become the best supplier” through our philosophy and guiding principles “Safety, Morale, Quality, Cost & Delivery” is imperative.

This role will be measured against specific targets as noted in the departmental

business plan.

SUMMARY: PLANS AND DIRECTS ALL ACTIVITIES RELATED TO HOT STAMPING AND LASER CUTTING PRODUCTION. COORDINATOR IS EXPECTED TO MODEL BEHAVIOR REQUIRED FOR JIC ASSOCIATES INCLUDING PROFESSIONALISM, TEAMWORK, JOB PERFORMANCE AND SUPPORT OF MANAGEMENT. THEY MUST CARRY OUT THEIR ROUTINE RESPONSIBILITIES AS WELL AS OTHER ASSIGNED TASKS BY MOTIVATING ASSOCIATES POSITIVELY.  PERFORMS THE FOLLOWING DUTIES PERSONALLY OR THROUGH ASSIGNED TEAM LEADERS.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

SAFETY

•        Ensures each member of his/her responsible Stamping & Laser Cutting management

team supports safety program by promoting safety, providing training opportunities and

enforcing safety policies.

•        Track and monitor Associate safety to meet established target goals.

•        Apply three reality principles to all work related injuries and property damage.

QUALITY

•         Develops TQM fundamentals into daily management practices throughout the

responsibility area of Stamping Department.

•         Provides the leadership and supervision required to guide the efforts of the Hot

 Stamping team. 

•         Root Cause should be identified and counter-measured (SNAP).

•         Establish Daily, Weekly & Monthly reviews and reflections using CAPDo.

•         Supports the development and management of operation budget and costs.

•         Reviews production and operating reports and directs the resolution of operational

manufacturing and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent

 operational delays.

•         Helps to establish and maintain production control and management standards.

•         Verifies that Associates are trained and are following operating standards.

•         Provide guidance to the development of a manufacturing plan, including manpower

 requirements, material needs, sub-contract requirements, facility needs, and tooling and

equipment needs.

•         Coordinates activities with all other functions of the organization and suppliers to

obtain optimum production and utilization of human resources, machines, and equipment.

MANAGEMENT

•         Responsible for supervising assigned Team Leaders and Associates of Stamping

and Laser Cutting Operation.

•         Provides guidance and mentorship to operation team members to ensure a high

level of work satisfaction, technical advancement and progress towards individual career goals.

•         Audits the process flow of product through assigned area to ensure production is

on schedule and meeting production efficiency expectations.

•         Audits that assigned associates have received expected operating training and are

following outlined operating and quality standards.

•         Ensures that current team and company initiatives, mission, goals and values

are clear to each team member.

•         Implements current best practices to manage and build a high-performance team.

•         Assists with the development and maintenance of operation business plans to

include all program requirements, including safety, morale, quality, cost and delivery goals.

•         Ensures all established costs, quality and delivery commitments are met

•         Responsible to ensure company communications are delivered and understood

by associates. Communicates upward to appropriate person any Associate concerns and issues.

•         Trains new Associates as required.

•         Demonstrates ability to work independently with little or no supervision.

•         Accepts job assignments and changes in a positive manner; takes responsibility

for own and team's performance and job assignments.

•         Seeks out new assignments, proposes new work methods and finds better ways

to complete tasks.

•         Other duties may be assigned.

PDCA

Develops PDCA fundamentals into daily management practices in Hot Stamping Department to achieve corporate goals.

We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for career growth. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for production coordination, we encourage you to apply.

Compensation:

• Weekly Pay
• Shutdown Pay
  • Summer - around July 4th holiday
  • Winter - around Christmas/New Year's holiday
• Monthly Perfect Attendance Bonus
• Annual Perfect Attendance Bonus
• Bi-annual TEAM Achievement Bonus
• Annual Profit Share Bonus

Benefits:

• Paid vacation
• Three (3) medical options to allow you the flexibility to choose what level of coverage best fits you and your family's needs
• Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care)
• Free Dental & Vision (must be enrolled in medical benefit)
• Voluntary Supplemental 
  • Life Insurance
  • Hospital Indemnity
  • Group Accident
  • Critical Illness
• Company-paid
  • Short-term Disability
  • Long-term Disability
  • Basic Life & AD&D
    • Employee coverage - 2 times annual base earnings
    • Spouse - flat $10,000
    • Child - flat up to $5,000
• 401k Retirement
  • Traditional Contribution
  • ROTH Contribution
  • Company Match
• 401k Retirement Profit Share
  • Funded 100% by Company based on a percentage of eligible earnings each quarter
  • Eligible regardless of participation in 401K Retirement
• Referral Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Safety Equipment Reimbursement (safety boots & prescription safety glasses)
• Company-paid uniforms, including laundering
• Tickets@Work - web-based discount program (hotels, car rental, tickets, etc.

JOB SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

Interpersonal Skills: Possess skills to communicate with associates, management team, other department managers and senior management.

Leadership Skills: Strong communication skills to provide direction and motivation to team

members.  Able to motivate associates and team members to keep process and equipment in good condition to ensure smooth running operation.

Problem-Solving Skills: Able to quickly ascertain a situation and be decisive in identifying

 defects and solving problems with equipment and process to avoid missed quality, delivery or safety concerns.

Time Management: Develop task list and assure on-time implementation of tasks.

Computer Skills: Able to operate with basic computer skills, including preparing memos and responding to emails.

EDUCATION, MATH, LANGUAGE AND/OR EXPERIENCE               

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); Possesses related production experience.

 Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.  Ability to present information in one-on-one and small group situations.   Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.   Ability to compute rate, ratios, and percent to draw and interpret mathematical data and graphs.