Machine Operator Lead
About The Position
The Machine Operator Lead operates machinery and assembly equipment to meet production schedules and customer delivery expectations. The role supports Continuous Improvement initiatives, including Kaizen events, and provides day-to-day leadership, coaching, training, and support to production employees. The position also helps maintain a safe and efficient work environment while meeting production and quality standards. This is a full-time, second-shift position at nVent in Alexandria, Minnesota. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:45 PM to 11:15 PM, with overtime as needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to operate production and assembly equipment.
- Ability to use basic inspection equipment, including calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools.
- Basic shop math skills.
- Willingness to work overtime as needed.
- Ability to perform a variety of job duties.
- Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Ability to work independently and make sound decisions.
- Ability to train and coach others on job-related tasks.
- Ability to understand and follow verbal and written work instructions.
- Ability to understand and follow verbal and written safety instructions.
- Ability to operate a forklift.
- Demonstrated leadership experience or ability to lead and develop team members.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Nice To Haves
- Previous manufacturing, production, or machine operation experience.
Responsibilities
- Operate production and assembly equipment to meet production requirements.
- Follow and perform periodic product inspection procedures.
- Monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain optimal machine operating speeds.
- Complete daily production reports and downtime documentation.
- Perform daily autonomous maintenance procedures.
- Participate in Continuous Improvement and Kaizen activities.
- Maintain 5S standards throughout the work area.
- Monitor and coach production employees to ensure work is performed safely and efficiently while meeting production and quality standards.
- Enforce company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
- Stretch-wrap finished goods pallets.
- Print production labels and related documentation.
- Provide day-to-day direction, training, and support to team members on the production floor.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
- Critical illness and accident insurance.
- Life insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Employee stock purchase plan with company match.
- Tuition reimbursement may be available.
- Caregiver, personal, and parental leave may be available.
- Back-up care services may be available.
- Paid time off, including volunteer time, may be available.
- Well-being program may be available.
- Legal and identity theft protection may be available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
