Manufacturing Specialist

Newell Brands•Reedsburg, WI

About The Position

The Manufacturing Specialist position provides support for the manufacturing team members. This position supports the safety, quality, and production requirements of the facility.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Three to Five years leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably with injection molding, blow molding or a relatable industry.
Proficient with production software systems.
Ability to work independently and as a team member based on job duties and projects.
Ability to lead in a team environment maintaining sensitive and confidential information and generate innovative solutions to situations.
Skilled in communicating effectively (verbal, written, listening) with a variety of individuals.
Skilled in technical writing skills (policies, procedures, etc.)
Skilled in reading, interpreting, applying and explaining laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Skilled in prioritizing, organizing and managing multiple projects.
Skilled in providing customer service.
Skilled in new product launches and new equipment installations.
Skilled in use of personal computer and related software applications.
Ability to stand/walk up to 90% of the shift
Lift up to 50 pounds, occasionally up to 75 lbs.
Must be able to frequently bend and twist and have unrestricted use of upper extremities.
Push/Pull up to 200 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Associates degree or higher in Manufacturing Engineering or Plastics Technology or related field.
Robotics Automation, Injection, Blow, Silicone, and/or Two-shot molding experience.
Experienced with MRP and MES systems.
Preferred knowledge of automation, plastic injection and blow molding, assembly and packaging operations and practices.
Preferred knowledge in reading and comprehending engineering diagrams.

Responsibilities

Support all safety policies and procedures for the site. Support the site’s PEAK initiatives.
Ensure optimal process setup of manufacturing machinery and peripheral equipment.
Ensure high efficiency production and equipment manufacturing.
Provide guidance and for Material Handlers, Set-Up Technicians and Manufacturing Technicians.
Support samples of new products, equipment, materials and colors.
Implement SMED methods and techniques.
Support Design of Experiments (D.O.E.) on new products to optimize process and review tool designs for productivity.
Backup to Manufacturing Supervisor for vacation and weekend coverage.
Perform other duties as assigned.
All job functions to be completed in compliance with federal, state, local regulations, company guidelines and policies.