Machine Operator II- 2nd shift

Alfa Laval Corporate AB; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Manufacturing Technician, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring safe and efficient production processes. This position involves executing daily work assignments, maintaining high safety standards, and actively participating in improvement initiatives. You will have the opportunity to engage with cross-training and develop your skills in a collaborative environment. If you have a passion for manufacturing and a drive for results, this role offers a chance to make a significant impact while advancing your career in a supportive team atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School diploma or GED required.
• 2-3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute production tasks following Standard Operating Procedures.
• Engage in daily status meetings and propose solutions for deviations.
• Drive continuous improvement through KAIZEN initiatives.

Skills

Customer Focus

Drive for Results

Technical Acumen

3Zs Mindset (Zero Injury, Zero Defect, Zero Breakdown)

Education

High School or GED

Manufacturing Technician I, II

Tools

Crane & Forklift

Intermediate Computer Skills

Job description

Shift Information: 2nd shift - Mon-Fri, 2:30 pm - 10:00 pm

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF POSITION (job duties and responsibilities):

• Accurate & Consistent use of Personal Protective Equipment (Safety Glasses, Steel Toe Shoes, Hand Gloves, Uniform, others as required by the specific process)
• Receive daily work assignments from the Team Leader/Team Manager and execute production with Standard Operating Procedures as a base.
• Report any deviations (Safety, Quality, Parts, Equipment, etc.) to Status Boards immediately and update the Team Leader / Team Manager.
• Be active and engaged in the Daily Status Board Meetings by explaining the deviations and proposing solutions.
• Review & suggest any improvements for the Standard Operating Procedures.
• Look into your own areas for waste (time, motion, transportation, inventories, etc.) elimination opportunities and drive KAIZEN improvements.
• Engaged in daily & weekly 5S routines to achieve high 5S Standard and sustain it.
• Constantly look for cross-training opportunities within different manufacturing processes & better ways to add value.
• Use downtime efficiently to learn new processes & run improvements from the status board activities.

ORGANIZATIONAL COMPONENTS (level of functional responsibility, relationships, level of direction received, and ability to initiate work):

• Reporting to Team Manager directly.
• According to delegation from TL/TM.
• To stop the production process in case of safety / quality / environmental deviations.
• To highlight problems and deviations.
• To initiate and run problem resolution and improvement activities.
• Communicate with Support Functions (Quality, Maintenance, Order Planning, Warehouse, etc.) as needed.

KEY PERFORMANCE MEASURES

• Safe working (Number of minor injuries/accidents).
• Scrap & Rework % (customer claim, SOP deviations, etc.).
• Consistency with the routines (Total Productive Maintenance, Start of shift/End of shift checklist, etc.).
• Delivery On Time Performance.
• Productivity (Reported hours, competence matrix achievement).
• 5S Score for the cell or area, team.
• Attendance Performance (Punctuality, good attendance, unscheduled absences, time off requests).
• Adherence to Alfa Laval Inc Policies & Procedures.

ALFA LAVAL CORE COMPETENCIES NEEDED

• 3Zs Mindset (Zero Injury, Zero Defect, Zero Breakdown).
• Customer Focus.
• Drive for Results.
• Technical Acumen.
• Leading Self.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION DESIRED

• High School or GED minimum.
• Manufacturing Technician I, II preferred.
• Crane & Forklift certifications, nice to have.
• 2-3 years of experience in the manufacturing environment like machines, equipment, jigs, fixtures, measuring instruments, etc.
• Able to read drawings, blueprints, manufacturing orders, etc.
• Intermediate Computer Skills.

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Physical Requirements (lifting, climbing, standing, equipment use):
• Be able to lift up to 60 pounds.
• Shall be able to read Safety Data Sheets for the Aerosols, coolants, etc.
• Environmental Factors (hazardous materials, work location, work surfaces, exposure):

OTHER REQUIREMENTS (i.e., travel, motor vehicle use, etc.): No domestic & international travel is required as a part of this job.

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