Mod Center Lead

WEG • Indianapolis, IN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Modification Center Lead is responsible for coordinating the daily activities of the Modification Center’s production areas. The successful candidate will be results focused with a high level of technical aptitude and the ability to coordinate with multiple parties to achieve results. This position also requires a continuous improvement mindset and the ability to foster a culture that embraces change. You must have the ability to problem-solving skills, comply with all relevant safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2-5 years’ experience in a production environment, Associates Degree preferred.
• Excellent electrical/mechanical aptitude with maintenance/modification experience.
• Strong critical reasoning skills with the ability to identify and solve problems.
• Microsoft office and PC skills with ability to review and update Excel spreadsheets.
• Ability to make sound decisions regarding resource utilization and needs.
• Aptitude for teambuilding and employee engagement.
• Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
• Results-oriented, process improvement focused.
• Ability to work cross functionally to achieve outstanding results.
• Experience using ERP Systems (Oracle preferred)
• Ability to drive a forklift: Reach Truck, Order Picker and/or Turret Truck.
• Frequently lifting/moving up to 35 lbs. and occasionally up to 50 lbs. is required.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish/English language skills

Responsibilities

• Responsible for directing the day to day activities of production personnel.
• Performing 5S audits and implementing improvements.
• Reviewing production workload and shifting personnel accordingly.
• Proactively coordinate customer service to ensure delivery commitments are met.
• Responsible for tracking department “line level” metrics (Safety, Quality, Throughput).
• Lead production area daily team meetings.
• Enforce department safety guidelines and company Policy, working with department supervisor to address/resolve any disciplinary issues.
• Act as the first level of escalation for problems identified by Technicians.
• Ensure department equipment is maintained and proper shutdown procedures are followed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED