Machine Shop Lead - 3rd shift

Alexandria Industries•Alexandria, MN

3d•$20 - $25

About The Position

The following description of work to be performed by this individual is not intended to be all-inclusive. Rather, it focuses on the major tasks that must be accomplished. Lead with Servant Leadership Characteristics Model and support the company’s vision and strategies Align with leadership on annual AI machine shop goals Ensure that safety is always the number one priority at Alexandria Industries; promote and support a safe work environment and safety oriented culture by following all safety programs and guidelines Continuously build relationships throughout the department and company in order to best serve and support co-workers and employees Ensure other departments are informed of any delays or changes in the schedules Provide leadership to department team members: Communicate priorities and project assignments Implement adequate cross-training Work with Supervisor to provide education, training and development opportunities Provide coaching to employees to support their growth within their position and the company Ensure expectations and responsibilities are known and followed Monitor employee performance and assist with employee performance reviews Delegate special projects Participate in the interviewing and selection process for department openings as needed Identify and implement methods for reducing costs and expenses in the department Review and analyze department data and trends to make continuous improvement recommendations Apply continuous improvement techniques to improve department operations Keep work area clean and orderly using 5S system (standardize, sustain, sort, set in order and shine) Set up and run equipment safely and efficiently in order to maximize output while meeting customer quality requirements Accurately and efficiently fulfill customer orders: Review manufacturing orders in order to verify internal and external customer specifications Ensure all quality practices are being followed Perform inspections Package orders based on customer specifications Meet delivery schedules to ensure customer service and satisfaction Monitor and make correct process changes for packing the product or changing rates

Requirements

2+ years of manufacturing experience required
1+ years of leadership experience preferred
Strong computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Ability to recognize safety concerns
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to provide strong servant leadership to support team members
Ability to take part in continuous education and training
Ability to maintain professionalism and composure in every situation
Strong knowledge and understanding of all key department operations
Knowledgeable in companywide computer systems and programs
Ability to utilize the proper inspection equipment per designated cell area
Work flexible hours, overtime and on-call
Ability to lead and influence others
Blueprint reading
Strong math skills
Ability to detect minor defects in the finish of the product
Ability to read die drawings and inspect parts according to customer specifications

Responsibilities

Lead with Servant Leadership Characteristics
Model and support the company’s vision and strategies
Align with leadership on annual AI machine shop goals
Ensure that safety is always the number one priority at Alexandria Industries; promote and support a safe work environment and safety oriented culture by following all safety programs and guidelines
Continuously build relationships throughout the department and company in order to best serve and support co-workers and employees
Ensure other departments are informed of any delays or changes in the schedules
Communicate priorities and project assignments
Implement adequate cross-training
Work with Supervisor to provide education, training and development opportunities
Provide coaching to employees to support their growth within their position and the company
Ensure expectations and responsibilities are known and followed
Monitor employee performance and assist with employee performance reviews
Delegate special projects
Participate in the interviewing and selection process for department openings as needed
Identify and implement methods for reducing costs and expenses in the department
Review and analyze department data and trends to make continuous improvement recommendations
Apply continuous improvement techniques to improve department operations
Keep work area clean and orderly using 5S system (standardize, sustain, sort, set in order and shine)
Set up and run equipment safely and efficiently in order to maximize output while meeting customer quality requirements
Review manufacturing orders in order to verify internal and external customer specifications
Ensure all quality practices are being followed
Perform inspections
Package orders based on customer specifications
Meet delivery schedules to ensure customer service and satisfaction
Monitor and make correct process changes for packing the product or changing rates