Machine Operator II- 3rd shift - Large Plate Stacker

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for a manufacturing role focused on safety and efficiency. This position involves executing production tasks, adhering to Standard Operating Procedures, and actively participating in team meetings to address and resolve issues. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to safety, a technical mindset, and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment. If you are passionate about continuous improvement and thrive in a team-oriented setting, this opportunity will allow you to contribute significantly to operational excellence while developing your skills in a supportive workplace.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Engage in daily operations while adhering to safety and quality standards.
• Identify and propose solutions for production deviations.

Skills

Safety Awareness

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Lean Manufacturing (KAIZEN)

Technical Acumen

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Manufacturing Technician Certification

Tools

Forklift

Crane

Measuring Instruments

Job description

Shift Information: 3rd shift - Sun-Thurs, 10:00pm- 6:30am

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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