Manufacturing Operator Lead - WKND Shift

nVent; Anoka (MN); On-site; USD 68,483,000 - 127,224,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

nVent is seeking a production technician to set up, adjust, and run laser systems and cutting machines (FOL/WEMO). You will lead the initial fabrication phase using computerized manufacturing technologies and rotate through Accessory Cell, metal prep, welding, grinding and assembly.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, 1 year CNC exposure, and 2+ years production experience. The role includes training during 1st or 2nd shift and a Fri/Sat/Sun 5:00 AM–5:30 PM schedule.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. required.
• 1 year CNC manufacturing equipment experience preferred.
• 2+ years production work experience preferred.
• Experience with Windows Word, Excel, Outlook, JD Edwards and Radan; DPA tools beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide backup to the Production Supervisor.
• Support the line by filling in positions to maintain workflow during absences.
• Lead and participate in Kaizen events using Lean principles.
• Enforce safety and department policies.
• Operate and adjust fabrication equipment and safety devices per docs.
• Position materials and tooling per prints; execute set-ups.
• Meet production schedules and maintain quality standards per prints.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and assist with maintenance/troubleshooting.

Skills

Lean principles

Kaizen

Analytical thinking

Communication

Blueprint reading

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

JD Edwards

Radan

Digital Production Assistant (DPA)

Job description

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

POSITION SUMMARY

To set up, adjust, maintain and efficiently operate laser systems (FOL), as well as the WEMO, and Cutting machines. Use computerized manufacturing technologies to lead and guide the initial phase of the fabrication process. Shift Hours: Fri/Sat/Sun 5AM to 5:30PM *Must also be able to train during 1st or 2nd Shift*

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide backup to the Production Supervisor.
• Support the production process by filling in positions on the line when necessary to maintain the flow of work when absences occur (Vacation, PTO, Restroom breaks, etc.).
• Knowledge of Lean principles in order to lead and participate in Kaizen events.
• Be a change agent and drive out waste throughout department through the deployment of the Lean methodology.
• Able to enforce company and department policy.
• Uses computerized manufacturing technologies or related systems to meet production and customer requirements.
• Performs set‑up duties on fabrication equipment and the safety devices in accordance with production documentation.
• Positions production materials and tooling and maintains proper dimensions according to print specifications.
• Operates and adjusts various equipment, including controllers, and edits programs according to production documentation.
• Meets established performance standards to ensure production schedules are met.
• Complies with all applicable safety procedures and reports unsafe conditions or potential safety hazards to team leader or appropriate resource.
• Ensures that products and systems meet Hoffman quality standards.
• Inspects work to ensure proper dimensional requirements are met per prints.
• Performs specified preventative maintenance procedures, and assists Maintenance and outside sources with trouble‑shooting systems.
• Takes action and notifies appropriate resource when problems arise concerning equipment, operations, materials, etc.
• Participates actively as a team member through continuous improvement activities to meet customer needs.
• Maintains a clean, safe and organized work area.
• May be required to perform additional duties as assigned.
• Perform rotational assignments including metal prep, welding, spot‑welding, grinding, and assembly.
• Must rotate through Accessory Cell.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• 1 year of CNC manufacturing equipment experience preferred.
• 2+ years production work experience preferred.
• Computer experience with Windows Word, Excel, Outlook, JD Edwards and Radan, Digital Production Assistant (DPA)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of all operations of the assigned production process required
• Knowledge of safety policies and procedures, and ability to promote compliance with them.
• Skill in analytical thinking and problem solving
• Skill in communicating effectively through oral and written communications
• Ability to read and understand blue prints.
• Fork truck licensed or ability to obtain one.
• Ability to lift, slide and shake heavy gauges of material.
• Ability to read and use measuring equipment ( i.e. tape measure, caliper )
• Ability to identify and support continuous improvement efforts with the Production Supervisor.
• Ability to sustain and drive lean manufacturing and 5S activities
• Ability to maintain a clean and organized work area to facilitate manufacturing functions.
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing business circumstance and have the ability to thrive in a constantly changing business environment.
• Ability to acquire weld certification (2 week training)
• Ability to complete robotics training

WE HAVE

A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry‑leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation. Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.

Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work

We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money

Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers.

We’re known for being: Innovative & adaptable Dedicated to absolute integrity Focused on the customer first Respectful and team oriented Optimistic and energizing Accountable for performance

Benefits to support the lives of our employees

Pay Transparency

Compensation Range: $23.90 - $44.40 Per Hour Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.

Benefit Overview

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full‑time employees that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back‑up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well‑being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset.

Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth. At nVent, we are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law.