Production Technician Lead

nVent•Aberdeen, NC

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. WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION: Operate equipment to produce product that is in full compliance to required product specifications and any instructions appearing on the manufacturing order. Pre-plate inspect all materials produced by the wiredraw dept. Alert wiredraw operators and supervisor of all non-conforming products to minimize scrap and production loss due to poor quality. Must pass all quality audits of quality procedures and quality paperwork including product identification tags and grading. Identify off-spec plated material as described in our operating procedures so the finishing operators can eliminate this material from the production run. Required to operate the equipment above standard production rates consistently while meeting all quality and safety requirements. Consistently meet production rates while meeting all quality and safety standards. Responsible for the typical daily preventative maintenance (PM) duties of the machine. Works with maintenance group and team associates during scheduled weekly line PM’s to maximize productivity. Responsible for the reject rate and scrap minimization generated by his/her machine. Comply to and support all aspects of the ERICO quality system. Actively participates in continuous improvement activities as requested. Optimize production utilizing SPC techniques to reduce copper deposit thickness to lowest acceptable value. Observe all prescribed safety rules and regulations and maintain work area in a neat and orderly condition. Perform other related duties as assigned or directed which may require more than the normal shift hours or work week to meet company needs.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
Basic computer knowledge and experience with Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
A leader mindset with problem solving ability and conflict resolution.
The ability to effectively communicate with team and supervisors.
Follow proper escalation process when needed.
Over one year experience in manufacturing facility required, preferably in plating.
Must either have prior forklift training or be able to receive forklift training and maintain certification.
Work in a chemical environment that is hot and humid wearing the appropriate PPE.
Must be able to learn and understand plating process requirements and possess skills to troubleshoot, react and correct failures in the process due to unplanned situations.
Must understand specifications as they relate to product produced.
Basic skills (reading, writing)
Blue print reading, basic (simple geometric parts, interpret dimensions)
Measuring tools, basic (Calipers, Micrometers, Copper Thickness Gauge)
Basic Math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
This position requires pulling, lifting, and pushing steel coil material.
Must communicate respectively with others.

Responsibilities

Operate equipment to produce product that is in full compliance to required product specifications and any instructions appearing on the manufacturing order.
Pre-plate inspect all materials produced by the wiredraw dept.
Alert wiredraw operators and supervisor of all non-conforming products to minimize scrap and production loss due to poor quality.
Must pass all quality audits of quality procedures and quality paperwork including product identification tags and grading.
Identify off-spec plated material as described in our operating procedures so the finishing operators can eliminate this material from the production run.
Required to operate the equipment above standard production rates consistently while meeting all quality and safety requirements.
Consistently meet production rates while meeting all quality and safety standards.
Responsible for the typical daily preventative maintenance (PM) duties of the machine.
Works with maintenance group and team associates during scheduled weekly line PM’s to maximize productivity.
Responsible for the reject rate and scrap minimization generated by his/her machine.
Comply to and support all aspects of the ERICO quality system.
Actively participates in continuous improvement activities as requested.
Optimize production utilizing SPC techniques to reduce copper deposit thickness to lowest acceptable value.
Observe all prescribed safety rules and regulations and maintain work area in a neat and orderly condition.
Perform other related duties as assigned or directed which may require more than the normal shift hours or work week to meet company needs.

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
nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation. Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.
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
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.
At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth. At nVent, we are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law.