What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operational Leader - Manufacturing & Machining position at MD&A?
Mechanical Dynamics and Analysis LLC, a world-class supplier of power generation services, parts and repairs, has an immediate opening for a qualified individual who has a desire to join a growing organization and an appetite for diverse and technically challenging work.
The Bearings, Seals, & Hydraulics Division in Euclid is seeking an experienced Operational Leader. This position will work as a “Front Line Product Leader” for the Centerline area to serve as a liaison between all the Machinists, scheduling, and Operations. They will influence process and planning decisions with knowledge and explanations of manufacturing process.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Shop Floor Supervisor to teaching/coaching Machinists & Programmers.
- Promotes and reinforces daily Safety/Quality.
- Teaching/Coaching/Training Machinists & Programmers.
- Managing Daily Workflow.
- Supporting/Assessing needs for Job Preparation.
- Coordinates Machine Maintenance Equipment.
- Coordinates work schedules of primary team, to include time off and overtime.
- Interfaces/Maintains outsourced shop support (Nitride, EDM, Grind, other).
- Coordinates/Supports Shipping Schedules based on monthly production schedule.
- Assists/provides feedback on development Shop Schedule and Quoting to the Manufacturing Manager.
Requirements:
- 5 years of related experience in a machining or manufacturing environment or combination of education and experience.
- Experience with machining, programming (M&G code), and CAM software (Gibbs); high-temperature alloy experience a plus.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical data. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers and members of the business community. Ability to professionally communicate (verbal & written) with all members of the workforce.
- Ability to apply mathematical concepts for elements of supervisory oversight to machinists and assist in planning/tracking of core goals to the manufacturing manager.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions, including interpreting a wide variety of information and data and dealing with variables.
- Time & project management regarding workflow/scheduling through business objectives.
- Knowledge of MS Office packages; e-mail; presentations; flow charts, etc. ERP System (EPICOR) & Project Management skills desired.
- Prioritizes safety and ensures all EHS procedures align with company values.
- Promotes and fosters a team environment.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
- Standing for extended periods.
- Frequent Mobility and Flexibility.
- Communicate effectively in an industrial setting.
- Work extended hours as needed.
- Lift 25-50 lbs.
- In addition, the candidate must occasionally work in an environment that contains toxic or caustic chemicals and may be exposed to a loud industrial setting. Therefore, adherence to MD&A Safety Program and customer safety procedures is a basic and critical requirement, including the appropriate use of required personal protection equipment.