Lead Operator - Molding

Smiths Medical; Southington (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Operator to oversee manufacturing operations at its Southington facility. This pivotal role involves coordinating production schedules, ensuring quality compliance, and providing mentorship to operators. The ideal candidate will possess strong planning and communication skills, along with a solid background in quality systems relevant to medical device manufacturing. Join a team dedicated to continuous improvement and operational excellence in a dynamic manufacturing environment, where your contributions will directly impact the quality of essential medical products.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of manufacturing experience required.
• Strong communication and critical thinking skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate product codes and machine schedules to align with production.
• Inspect work and communicate quality issues to ensure compliance.

Skills

Planning background

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Strong verbal communication

Strong written communication

Critical thinking skills

Knowledge of Quality systems

Ability to learn new technologies

Knowledge of continuous improvement processes

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Manufacturing equipment

Job description

Position Summary

The Lead Operator is responsible for interacting with various levels of associates within the organization, across all shifts, and providing administrative support to the Molding function. The Lead Operator will observe and communicate with shift Supervisor any out of the ordinary situation, ensuring issues are resolved.

This role is 100% onsite at our Southington, CT manufacturing facility.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate the product code that needs to be run on each machine to align with the Assembly schedule.
• Schedule machine changeovers and services and coordinate with Mold repair.
• Collect molding paperwork for review. Inspect work throughout the molding process and communicate quality issues to the appropriate parties.
• Coordinate tech services, forms specifications, changes and qualifications.
• Ensure efficient shift hand-off and communication.
• Serve as Operator representative for special quality and engineering projects.
• Ensure efficient scheduling to meet production requirements.
• Interface with multiple functional departments within the company.
• Provide training and mentorship to Operators in area.
• Promote and support 5S standards; participate in further standards development and implementation.
• Serve as a resource to Operators in area; model company values and support strategic initiatives.
• This position is required to assure compliance of Company operations to all applicable laws, regulations and standards, good business practices and company documented procedures (including knowledge of all standards, government occupational health and environmental regulations and statutes related to the site).
• Engage others, promote and participate in Environmental, Health and Safety initiatives, focusing on continuous improvement.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or required.

Knowledge & Skills

• Planning background
• Microsoft (Outlook, Excel, Word) and computer experience required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Superior critical thinking skills; able to investigate and analyze data to resolve problems.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Quality systems as related to medical device manufacturing.
• Ability to learn new technologies, knowledge of continuous improvement processes.

Minimum Qualifications, Education and Experience

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma, or GED with 3 to 5 years of manufacturing experience

Work Environment

• Work involves use of manufacturing equipment or close proximity to equipment. May be exposed to biohazards and/or chemicals.
• Work environment can range from clean room and proper gowning requirements to a production area that is open, potentially noisy and with moving equipment.
• Recurring physical demands include standing, walking, stooping, crouching, climbing, bilateral motion involving hands, wrists and upper body.
• Concentrated visual attention to perform checks on products and components.
• Typically requires travel less than 5% of the time.