IVD Value Stream Lead

ABC Industries, Inc.

Akron (IN)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A manufacturing company in Akron, IN is seeking a Value Stream Lead to oversee operations and team members in the IVD department. You'll be responsible for monitoring production quality, maintaining equipment, and training new staff. Ideal candidates have leadership experience in manufacturing and knowledge of Lean Manufacturing practices. This is a full-time position designed for a mid-senior level professional.

Qualifications

Prior leadership experience preferably in a manufacturing environment.
Experience using and implementing Lean Manufacturing practice.

Responsibilities

Oversee and work alongside the IVD department team members.
Monitor production and quality control on materials.
Maintain sewing machines and heat-sealing operations.
Train new employees in the Department.
Supervise employees and allocate appropriate usage of personnel.

Skills

Knowledge of tow motor operations

Ability to read gauges, weight scales and tape measures

Basic mechanical nature

Ability to operate industrial sewing machines

Knowledge of safety rules

Knowledge of Sigma Six and Lean Manufacturing practices

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

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The Value Stream Lead is responsible for overseeing and working alongside the IVD department and its team members. This individual will monitor production and quality control on all materials processed through the IVD department. They are the first person a team member will reach out to with any questions about an order or other issues in the department.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains sewing machines and heat-sealing operations.

• Performs trouble shooting of mechanical problems.

• Assists with inventory counts

• Helps to train new employees in the Department.

• Supervises employees in the Department and ensure the appropriate allocation and usage of personnel in the department.

• Directs, guides and assists employees in the performance of their duties.

• Maintains and monitories inventories of raw materials, supplies and finished goods as deemed necessary.

• Coordinates production summaries and generates required reports.

• Performs other duties and handles special projects from time to time as assigned by the Production Manager or Plant Manager where applicable along with all other needed tasks.

Education and Experience

High School diploma or equivalent preferred.

Basic math aptitude

Prior leadership experience preferably in a manufacturing environment

Experience using and implementing Lean Manufacturing practice

Responsibilities

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of tow motor operations

Ability to read gauges, weight scales and tape measures

Basic mechanical nature

Ability to work on various machines

Knowledge of safety rules

Ability to operate industrial sewing machines, heat sealers, grommeting machines and rewinders

Knowledge of Sigma Six, CAPA, and Lean Manufacturing practices

Physical Requirements

This position will require an individual to stand for 8 or more hours per day. An individual will need to be able to lift items over 30lbs on a regular basis and occasionally lift items more than 50lbs. This position also requires an individual to be able to stand, kneel, bend, twist, reach, and flex for 8 or more hours per day as required to successfully complete the required work.

This Job Description is intended to describe the general content of, and requirements for, the performance of this position.It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

ABC Industries, Inc. is committed to creating a safe and diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We comply with all fair employment practices regarding race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, citizenship status and immigration status.

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