Manufacturing Associate 2

Hyperion Materials & Technologies; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyperion Materials & Technologies is seeking a hands-on operator-leader for our Columbus, OH manufacturing site. The role focuses on safety initiatives, LEAN project participation, and safe operation of production equipment to manufacture super abrasives and related products.

You will work with cross-functional teams to ensure quality, efficiency, and adherence to procedures, while maintaining inventory records and supporting training of others on proper, safe operation.

Qualifications

• Must lead safety initiatives and drive safety improvements.
• Experience applying LEAN concepts in manufacturing settings.
• Able to operate and troubleshoot production equipment safely and independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead team initiatives to identify and resolve safety issues.
• Develop LEAN solutions across manufacturing processes.
• Operate and maintain equipment for production of super abrasives.
• Run automated machinery, presses, lathes, mills, furnaces, wire EDMs, and robotics.
• Handle hazardous processes and chemicals safely.
• Perform hand assemblies and quality inspections.
• Read gauges and use measurement tools to verify quality.
• Change tooling and adjust equipment as needed.
• Provide training on safe operation of equipment.
• Maintain housekeeping and inventory accuracy.
• Update WIP and inventory transactions in systems.
• Support production to meet external and internal demands.

Skills

Leadership

LEAN

Independent work

Reading gauges & measuring tools

Computer literacy

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Current ERT member or ability to train

Equival ent education/experience

Tools

Material management systems

Job description

Summary

Qualified candidate will possess the below qualifications with the ability to perform the essential duties.

• Lead team initiatives to identify and resolve safety issues
• Proactive involvement in developing LEAN solutions throughout manufacturing
• Independent, safe, responsible operation of all the equipment necessary for the production of super abrasives and related products within specified work assignment
• Operate automated machinery, presses, lathes, mills, furnaces, wire EDMs, and robotic equipment
• Operate chemical processing equipment and handle hazardous chemicals
• Perform hand assemblies of product, blends, sieved material, and other as required
• Operate and interpret results from measuring tools, gauges, scales, microscopes, go/no go gauges, and visual standards
• Perform all tooling changes as required and troubleshoot and make necessary adjustments to the equipment or process as required
• Facilitate and ensure resolution of facility, equipment, PM or process issues. Guides others in these activities.
• Complete ownership for housekeeping in assigned work area
• Coordinate and perform training of others with respect to the safe and responsible operation of assigned manufacturing equipment mentioned above
• Adhere to, provide input to, and edit documented work instructions: PPF, POCI, EOI, JSA, assembly prints, and other as needed
• Conduct process and product quality audits as necessary. Communicate quality concerns to relevant technical support personnel
• Collaborate with all levels of manufacturing associates to ensure all external and internal production demands are satisfied
• Monitor and coordinate replenishment of appropriate raw material and WIP levels for area of responsibility
• Ensure accurate electronic updates of inventory and work order transactions

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead team initiatives to identify and resolve safety issues
• Proactive involvement in developing LEAN solutions throughout manufacturing
• Independent, safe, responsible operation of all the equipment necessary for the production of super abrasives and related products within specified work assignment
  • Operate automated machinery, presses, lathes, mills, furnaces, wire EDMs, and robotic equipment
  • Operate chemical processing equipment and handle hazardous chemicals
  • Perform hand assemblies of product, blends, sieved material, and other as required
  • Operate and interpret results from measuring tools, gauges, scales, microscopes, go/no go gauges, and visual standards
  • Perform all tooling changes as required and troubleshoot and make necessary adjustments to the equipment or process as required
  • Facilitate and ensure resolution of facility, equipment, PM or process issues. Guides others in these activities.
• Complete ownership for housekeeping in assigned work area
• Coordinate and perform training of others with respect to the safe and responsible operation of assigned manufacturing equipment mentioned above
• Adhere to, provide input to, and edit documented work instructions: PPF, POCI, EOI, JSA, assembly prints, and other as needed
• Conduct process and product quality audits as necessary. Communicate quality concerns to relevant technical support personnel
• Collaborate with all levels of manufacturing associates to ensure all external and internal production demands are satisfied
• Monitor and coordinate replenishment of appropriate raw material and WIP levels for area of responsibility
• Ensure accurate electronic updates of inventory and work order transactions

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education And/or Work Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent education and experience
• Current ERT member or ability to train and become an ERT member
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Technical Skills/Physical Requirements

• Demonstrated interpersonal / leadership skills.
• Demonstrated independent performance with minimal supervision.
• Ability to use production management tools including LEAN, material management systems, and maintenance of accurate throughput and quality records.
• Relevant experience operating industrial or military mechanical equipment.
• Manual dexterity required to accurately handle and position parts.
• Walking and standing on the shop floor for extended periods throughout the day.
• Lifting and transport of materials (20-40 lbs).
• Ability to comprehend and apply training to operate manufacturing production equipment listed above.
• Ability to effectively balance priorities and multiple tasks to achieve overall production goals.
• Must be available to work overtime during periods of high order volume.
• High degree of computer competency (Spreadsheets, Email, Material Management Systems, etc)