Unit Manager - Material Handling SG 23

PACCARColumbus, MS
Onsite

About The Position

PACCAR Engine Company in Columbus, Mississippi produces the best-in-class, state-of-the-art MX engines that power Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR MX engines bring a new level of innovation through quality, exceptional reliability, and proven performance. In more than 50 years, PACCAR has delivered over one million engines globally, providing innovative solutions and an unwavering commitment to superior performance. Join our best-in-class team today through the following opportunity: Requisition Summary Successful candidate must be willing to work multiple shifts, i.e., day, evening, and/or night, and occasionally weekends as needed.

Requirements

  • 3-5 years manufacturing experience in a team environment.
  • Possess data driven problem solving skills with the ability to function equally well as a team leader.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications required

Nice To Haves

  • B.S. degree preferred
  • 1-2 years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
  • Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt trained preferred. (Lean Belt Preferred).
  • Long-term leadership goals for executive leadership.
  • Proven ability to work in a self-directed environment is preferred.
  • SAP experience a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Direct team members of a large manufacturing area to attain the maximum product quality and customer satisfaction.
  • Supports the training, motivation and safety of High Performance Work Team members and representatives.
  • Distributes work assignments to team members/representatives in accordance with the production objectives.
  • Responsible for meeting daily production goals, including safety, quality, scrap, labor efficiency, housekeeping.
  • Initiates personnel actions including performance evaluations, promotions, transfers, disciplinary measures, etc., in accordance with PEC values, guidelines, and procedures.
  • Prepares meaningful reports/analysis for management.
  • Lead and participate in process improvement efforts such as: PPS which includes 5S, effective corrective actions for repetitive quality issues, PQI initiatives, line damage audits, scrap reduction teams, gatekeeper program, defects per unit (DPU) reduction, Kaizen events, and outsourcing opportunities.
  • Supports new production implementations.
  • Engages associates in goals, continuous improvements, projects, etc.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental and Vision plan options
  • Flexible spending accounts and health savings account
  • 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 5%
  • Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
  • 12 paid holidays, sick and vacation time
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Paid short- and long-term disability program
  • Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
  • EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
  • holiday gift
  • shift premium for the evening shift is 5%
  • relocation assistance benefits
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