Fabrication Lead: Lean & Continuous Improvement

Federal Signal Corporation; Crystal, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

PTO / Holidays

Company Paid Life Insurance

Job summary

Federal Signal Corporation is seeking a dedicated professional for a role focused on meeting customer needs in Lake Crystal, MN. You will assist with leading the Value Stream initiatives, ensure safety compliance, and manage employee performance.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of lean principles, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. Benefits include competitive pay and a comprehensive health plan.

Qualifications

• Understanding of BOM's and product flow.
• Willingness to learn operations, including welding and CNC.
• Excellent communication for discussing issues with management.

Responsibilities

• Assist Value Stream Supervisor with leading and continuous improvement.
• Manage missing parts and facilitate Night-Shift transitions.
• Complete nesting for new material on Laser and Plasma machines.

Skills

Lean principles

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organization and time management

Education

Post high school education

Tools

Plasma tanks

Brake presses

Laser machines

Forklift trucks

Job description

Job Summary: Responsible for meeting customer needs by:

• Assisting the Value Steam Supervisor with leading the Value Stream following Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory and Productivity (SQDIP)
• Assisting Value Stream Supervisor with Continuous Improvement and Kaizen events to reach established TBEI goals and initiatives
• Providing timely information to employees, Value Stream Supervisor and other areas as required (i.e., documentation, reports)
• Assist with employee performance appraisals and help hold employees accountable for performing, following safety guidelines and attendance expectations
• Assist the Value Stream Supervisor with identifying training needs, provide training, and float within the responsibility area where needed
• Securing building following shifts and opening building prior to production each day
• Complete nesting for all new material on Laser and Plasma machines, including expedites.
• Insure Cutting and Bending has the correct work in front of them following FIFO principles.
• Manage missing part and/or part shortages as they arise; including locating missing parts and driving expedites.
• Facilitate Night -Shift transition, insuring a clean hand-off of priorities through the shift.

Machines/Tools: Plasma tanks, brake presses, drill presses, saws, manual lathes, Bridgeport, Whitney, Laser, iron worker, overhead hoists, forklift trucks, computer, hand tools, power tools, measuring devices such as micrometers and t - squares

Essential Functions / Competency:

• An understanding of lean principles and the ability to lead employees in the use of the lean tools.
• Open to understanding and implementing new processes. Must lead by example with positive attitude, following safety rules and work procedures, etc.
• Organization and time urgency – must be able to work on multiple projects with deadlines.
• An understanding of BOM’s and product flow. Product knowledge is preferred
• Willingness to learn and understand operations involved with area of assignment. This may include welding, CNC machine operation, installation and fabrication machinery.
• Completing and complying with annual Hazardous Waste Management Training for waste management, storage, transport and record keeping
• Must work in a safe manner following safety procedures including wearing PPE (personal protective equipment), completing maintenance requests and communicating hazards to co-workers and management. Must assist with root cause analysis and resolution of accident investigations.
• Post high school education is strongly preferred.
• Interpersonal skills and positive attitude to assist manager with finding and resolving problems.

Physical Demands

• Prompt and reliable attendance. Overtime and odd hours may be required to meet customer needs.
• Excellent communication skills must be used to regularly communicate and/or discuss issues affecting production, equipment, personnel, safety and their resolutions with management team before shift changes and as necessary.
• Ability to walk and stand on concrete for 90% of the shift. Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Good oral and written communication skills. Public speaking will be necessary to lead others in safety, training, group meetings, etc.
• Computer proficiency, specifically word documents and spreadsheets.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record is required.

Additional Job Information:

• Wage Expectations: $25.00 to $30.00 per hour plus $2.50/hr Shift Differential
• Pay: This is a non-exempt, hourly position and employees are paid on a bi-weekly basis
• Typical Schedule: Four (4) Ten (10) hour days M-F, Overtime may be available on your 5th day of the week and/or Saturdays
• Location: On Site – 52182 Ember Road, Lake Crystal MN 56055
• Travel: Very minimal to none

Employees are eligible on the 1 st of the month following the completion of 30 days of employment for:

• Medical
• Vision
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• PTO / Holidays
• Company Paid Life Insurance Policy for each full-time employee in the amount of $20,000.00.
• Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, their spouse (or domestic partner), and their children
• Company Paid Short-term disability (STD) & Long-term disability (LTD)

Employees are eligible for the following benefits as of their first day of employment:

• 401(k) with partial company match
• 100% vested immediately.

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