Manufacturing Technician - 2nd Shift

nVent•Anoka, MN

4d•$17 - $32

About The Position

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION: Maintain material safety, accuracy and efficiency through process support and continuous improvement efforts JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Functional Assist with market and receiving maintenance orders and submissions related to equipment and assets. Conduct minor repairs and/or assembly to department assets and equipment. Assist with Kanban replacement and creation. To include bin and rack creation, alteration, and labeling. Create visual aids to improve material handling process. Partner with the inventory team to identify and determine disposition of excess or obsolete parts (E&O Process). Assist in the development of current and future state value stream maps and continuous improvement plans for Materials, as well as the implementation of those plans. Participate and/or lead Kaizen, 5S, Ergonomic, and Safety activities and daily GEMBA walks within Materials. Including resolution of RN card and Continuous Improvement card submissions. Sitewide involvement with all projects related to market part storage and delivery Assist with controlled maintenance of the PFEP at the work center and market levels and adjusts JD Edwards PFEP and the physical changes to support changes. Leadership Adapts to change by identifying implication of change for nVent and own job and adjusting as needed and working with others as appropriate to implement change initiatives. Takes accountability for meeting commitments and deadlines. Interpersonal Ability to work in a fast-changing environment inclined to deadlines and shifting priorities. Ability to collaborate across multiple facets with internal and external resources. Provide clear and concise written and verbal communications. Business Understand and use business metrics to evaluate and recommend necessary actions to achieve inventory objectives. Analyze proposed changes and assess the impact on day-to-day activity in material planning and inventory control teams. Ensure familiarity with company policies and procedures. Develop relationships across business organizations.

Requirements

HS Diploma or equivalent
Minimum 3 years of experience in Production and Inventory Control, Material Handling, or Manufacturing
PC skills and ERP knowledge (Business System Software such as JDE; Excel)
Knowledge of material flow processes
Knowledge of basic hand tools paired with strong mechanical aptitude
Skill in analytical thinking and problem solving
Skill in communicating effectively through oral and written communications.
Ability to adapt to rapidly changing business circumstances and can thrive in a constantly changing business environment.

Responsibilities

Assist with market and receiving maintenance orders and submissions related to equipment and assets.
Conduct minor repairs and/or assembly to department assets and equipment.
Assist with Kanban replacement and creation. To include bin and rack creation, alteration, and labeling.
Create visual aids to improve material handling process.
Partner with the inventory team to identify and determine disposition of excess or obsolete parts (E&O Process).
Assist in the development of current and future state value stream maps and continuous improvement plans for Materials, as well as the implementation of those plans.
Participate and/or lead Kaizen, 5S, Ergonomic, and Safety activities and daily GEMBA walks within Materials. Including resolution of RN card and Continuous Improvement card submissions.
Sitewide involvement with all projects related to market part storage and delivery
Assist with controlled maintenance of the PFEP at the work center and market levels and adjusts JD Edwards PFEP and the physical changes to support changes.
Adapts to change by identifying implication of change for nVent and own job and adjusting as needed and working with others as appropriate to implement change initiatives.
Takes accountability for meeting commitments and deadlines.
Ability to work in a fast-changing environment inclined to deadlines and shifting priorities.
Ability to collaborate across multiple facets with internal and external resources.
Provide clear and concise written and verbal communications.
Understand and use business metrics to evaluate and recommend necessary actions to achieve inventory objectives.
Analyze proposed changes and assess the impact on day-to-day activity in material planning and inventory control teams.
Ensure familiarity with company policies and procedures.
Develop relationships across business organizations.

Benefits

A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day
Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work
We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide
Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money
Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers.
We’re known for being: Innovative & adaptable Dedicated to absolute integrity Focused on the customer first Respectful and team oriented Optimistic and energizing Accountable for performance
Benefits to support the lives of our employees
Pay Transparency
nVent’s pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee’s work location. Employee pay within this range will be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance. Where federal, state, or local minimum wage requirements exist, employee pay will comply.
Compensation Range: $17.20 - $31.90 Per Hour
Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.
Benefit Overview
At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being.
We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes: Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
Other supplemental benefits such as tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and legal & identity theft protection.