Working Lead, Machining

Orchid Orthopedic SolutionsHolt, MI
Onsite

About The Position

The Working Lead ensures the day to day operations of his/her assigned area and shift, directing the work and providing assistance to team members to ensure the correct processes are being followed at all times. He/She leads operations as subject matter expert and participates in coaching, training, and developing employees. The Working Lead assists and guides his/her team; however, he/she does not manage the individual members of the team. The Working Lead, Machining primarily performs work alongside the members of his/her team. The Working Lead I is responsible for a low to medium complexity area with up to 3 functions and 13 employees.

Requirements

  • High School Or Equivalent (Required)
  • 3+ Years of Experience in a Manufacturing Environment (Required)
  • 1+ Years of Experience in Leadership (Required)
  • Leadership - Working Experience
  • Training - Working Experience
  • Manufacturing Regulatory Environment - Working Experience
  • Manufacturing Safety - Extensive Experience
  • Communication - Working Experience
  • Operational Functions - Extensive Experience
  • Manufacturing Industry - Working Experience
  • Interpersonal Communication - Working Experience
  • Problem Solving - Working Experience
  • Machine Set Up - Working Experience
  • Blueprint Reading - Working Experience
  • Computer Knowledge - Working Experience
  • Mathematical Ability - Working Experience
  • Accuracy and Attention to Detail - Working Experience
  • Quality Inspection Metrology Tools - Working Experience
  • Coaching - Working Experience
  • Visual Quality Assurance - Working Experience
  • Time management - Working Experience
  • Team Management and Team Building - Working Experience
  • Standard Operating Procedures - Extensive Experience
  • Quality Management - Extensive Experience
  • Managing Multiple Priorities - Working Experience
  • Data Entry - Working Experience
  • Active Learning - Working Experience
  • Effective Presentations - Working Experience
  • Hand Dexterity - Basic Knowledge
  • Information Capture - Working Experience
  • Lean Manufacturing - Working Experience

Nice To Haves

  • Associates of Arts (A.A) (Preferred)
  • Associates of Science (A.S) (Preferred)
  • Experience as a Trainer (Preferred)
  • Experience of the processes in the work area (Preferred)
  • Experience Leading a Small Group or Project Team (Preferred)
  • Lean Manufacturing Experience (Preferred)
  • Operations Experience (Preferred)
  • Any Trade School (Preferred)
  • Decision Making and Critical Thinking - Basic Knowledge
  • GD&T - Basic Knowledge

Responsibilities

  • Assists the Supervisor, Operations in the oversight of shop-floor day to day processes or operations.
  • Maintain work area, tools and equipment in a clean and organized condition.
  • Occasionally assigns work to ensure On-Time In Full completion of work.
  • Monitors individual productivity, as directed by Supervisors.
  • Reports outcomes to Supervisor.
  • Conducts daily team meetings at the start of the shift to discuss daily production schedule/goals.
  • Ensures materials are available to complete scheduled work; maintain consumable supplies (e.g. Kanban)
  • Ensures production metrics are being tracked as required and earned hours are achieved.
  • Reports out at daily Gemba and lean daily management (LDM).
  • Assists Supervisor in developing and implementing procedures, and ensure they are being followed.
  • Recommends measures to improve production methods, worker performance, quality and delivery of product.
  • Keeps the Supervisor promptly and fully informed of all problems or unusual matters of significance.
  • Daily and where needed, performs the work of the team members, ensuring coverage and continuous operation.
  • Coaches team members to be successful.
  • Assists or performs training of personnel as directed by the department supervisor.
  • Communicate the performance goals to the individuals in the department.
  • Communicate regularly to supervisor on performance, quality, schedules, operations and other issues as necessary.
  • Assist in eliminating safety hazards; promote safe work practices and environment; investigate accidents as necessary.
  • Completes various reports, audits, checklists and training forms as scheduled or requested and provides information to other personnel as necessary.
  • Visually inspects machined parts.
  • Ensures standard operating procedures (standard work) are available, up to date, and followed by team members
  • Regularly produces parts by editing programs, setting up, and operating a machine, such as; a computer numerical control (CNC) machine or other equipment, as applicable (Greater than 50% of the total work).
  • May participate in interviewing candidates for positions.
  • Is a technical subject matter expert to employees.
  • Inspects equipment to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
  • Performs basic maintenance on machines to ensure proper function.
  • Identifies signs of malfunctions and escalate issues to appropriate departments.
  • Supports providing and documenting training to ensure team members have the required knowledge and skills prior to performing job duties independently.
  • Supports the development and implementation of procedures and ensures compliance.
  • Additionally, supports the development of compliance procedures
  • Reinforces safety expectations.
  • Ensures safety operating practices are demonstrated.
  • Reports issues/concerns to Supervisor.
  • Support quality and compliance by adhering to all procedures, work instructions, and forms per the Quality Management Systems (QMS).
  • Provides and documents training on standard of work instructions, policies, and procedures in a timely manner to ensure team members have the required knowledge and skills prior to performing work independently.

Benefits

  • performance bonuses
  • insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • paid time off
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