Abrasives Specialist

Twin Staffing•Farmington Hills, MI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Abrasives Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Abrasives Department in a hands-on manufacturing environment. This position provides direction and support to department employees while remaining actively involved in production, scheduling, quality, trouble shooting and workflow. The Abrasives Manager is responsible for ensuring work is completely safe, efficiently, accurately, and on schedule while meeting customer and company quality standards. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can effectively manage people while also understanding and supporting the technical and production requirements of the abrasive manufacturing, including the mixing and processing of raw materials used to produce abrasive stones and components for tooling.

Requirements

Demonstrated proficiency in mathematics, with strong communication and mechanical, and computer skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Minimum of five years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least two years of supervisory or leadership experience.
High school diploma or GED required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in abrasive manufacturing, diamond tooling, material mixing/formulation, or a related manufacturing environment preferred.
Technical, vocational, or manufacturing related education is preferred.
Equivalent combination of education, training, and hands-on manufacturing experience may be considered.
Strong mechanical and technical aptitude with the ability to understand and troubleshoot manufacturing processes.
Good organizational and time management skills.
Ability to prioritize multiple production requirements in a fast paced environment.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Ability to work effectively with management and other departments.
Ability to work independently while also being team oriented leader.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations and workflow within the Abrasives Department.
Lead, train, coach, and support department employees to ensure production goals and quality standards are met.
Plan and coordinate daily production activities based customer requirements and production schedules.
Ensure raw materials, including bond, diamonds, and other materials, are properly handled measured, mixed (using weight scales), and processed according to established specifications and procedures.
Monitor production processes to ensure consistency, quality and accuracy.
Troubleshoot production and material related issues and work with employees and management to find effective solutions.
Monitor department supplies, materials, and inventory needs and communicate shortages or concerns to management.
Identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiency, productivity, and product quality.
Generate in-process work orders.
Enter new work orders based on sales orders.
Review replenishment reports – Abrasives (below min quantities).
Generate in-process work orders based on Tooling Rework requests.
Generate new master work order.
Creating designs for new stone configurations.
Updating Technical Specification Sheets (i.e., bond type, crystal type, pressure type, density type, etc.).
Oversee and control documents that drive the sinter press process.
Training Sinter Press Operators.
Abrasive Department Maintenance.
Sinter Press Calibration.
Scheduling the daily workflow.
Sintering – slotted stones, hard stones, small sticks, high scrap jobs.
Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work area.