RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify the most efficient way(s) to utilize people, machines, materials, information, and energy to make a Polypropylene Strapping.
• Design plans to increase productivity and follow-through with implementation.
• Study product requirements and design manufacturing processes and information systems to meet requirements and support design for future customer needs.
• Update manufacturing process control sheets.
• Problem Solving and Quality Improvement
• Perform mathematical calculations to determine manufacturing process capacities.
• Design methods to ensure product quality.
• Investigate and cost savings initiatives and specify extruded plastics and plastic related processes to meet product, quality, and manufacturing requirements.
• Improve ways to distribute goods and services for production flow.
• Provide technical support to help correct production problems.
• Assist with estimating production annual capacity planning.
• Evaluate effects of product design changes.
• Provide input of process concerns in support of maintenance projects.
• Other related duties and responsibilities as required or assigned.

LEADERSHIP:

• Engage and partner with Operations and Maintenance Teams for proper run processes.
• Thorough understanding of safety and health laws, regulations, and polices.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.
• Document and keep current basic work instructions, policies, procedures, or other directional material.

POSITIONS SUPERVISED:

• Direct Line to Shift Lead and Line Technicians

EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE:

• Excellent working knowledge of manufacturing, math, electronics, computers, and ergonomics.
• Knowledge of plastic extrusion (PPY/PET) resin background. Sheet extrusion highly desirable.
• Ability to interact with vendors.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate degree or equivalent of 2-4 years of work experience in related fields
• 2-3 years of manufacturing experience preferred
• Result –oriented and articulate in managing diverse teams in the production of quality products
• Interpersonal skills, analytical, problem solving, and statistical analysis.
• Effective communication skills (verbal and written).
• Strong computer skills in the Microsoft Suite of applications.
• Knowledge of ERP systems
• Leadership skills – Ability to direct, organize, and motivate a team.
• Must be proactive, detailed oriented and focused on Quality.
• Drive accountability by ensuring each person knows and understands what is expected of them.
• Ability to work in an ever-changing work environment.
• Strong project management skills.
• Have a good understanding of material flow and operations sequence.
• Willing to learn and grow within the position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• While performing the duties must be able to stand and sit for an extended length of time.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Although limited must be able to climb stairs and ladders, and work at heights up to 50’.
• You must be able to work in awkward positions such as kneeling, squatting, and while laying on your stomach or back.
• There will be some contact with liquid paint, solvents, grease, and oils.
• Personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, hearing protection, and safety shoes are required.

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