Coach - Final Assembly Paint 2nd Shift

Wabtec•Fort Worth, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services. The production ops specialist (Coach) provides frontline leadership for a team of manufacturing technicians within the Global Operations Equipment group. This role involves utilizing experience and expertise to solve problems, drive process adherence, and develop and execute objectives for self and others. As a frontline leader, the Coach will handle day-to-day activities such as timekeeping and progressive discipline, and provide direction to accomplish operational objectives. The role requires an influential team player with strong attention to detail, who can positively influence and elevate team performance, and is a collaborative and supportive problem solver with a constant focus on continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university (or associate degree in a technical discipline with a minimum of 3 years of professional work experience, or a high school diploma/GED with a minimum of 5 years of operations or military experience).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Strong oral and written communications skills.
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
Ability to influence others and lead small teams.
Ability to lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact.
Ability to coordinate one to two projects simultaneously.
Strong and effective problem identification and solution skills.
Proven analytical and quality/process improvement skills.
Willingness to take on tough challenges and grow professionally.

Responsibilities

Ensure that your team is operating with the highest environmental health & safety (EHS) standards to drive down environmental & safety incidents, first aids, & recordable injuries.
Support your team to complete & report out on quarterly EHS, quality, time on product (TOP), & housekeeping projects in alignment with the site’s continuous improvement culture.
Own daily management activities such as timekeeping & progressive discipline, training, and other necessary responsibilities.
Provide clear communication and operational guidance to management and other Wabtec employees on a daily basis.
Work as part of a cross functional team, driving a "one team" focus, dedicated to customer success within the shop.
Help develop skills of production employees; educate production employees on business strategy and metrics.
Work with various MRP, quality, and MES software systems to manage material and other systemic requirements.
Perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.