Manufacturing Support Specialist

ATRO Parts; St. Clair (MO); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 33,062,000; Full time

Job summary

ATRO Parts is seeking a Manufacturing Support Specialist in Missouri to support multiple manufacturing processes and drive quality and safety. The role involves filling in for absenteeism, operating equipment, and participating in continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, forklift license, and proficiency with Sage and Excel. Occasional cross-training and standing for long shifts are expected.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED and basic math proficiency.
• Forklift license is required and reading work instructions is essential.
• Proficiency with Sage and Excel is preferred; Associate's degree may help.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate all manufacturing equipment.
• Fill in for absent team members; may switch to multiple positions daily.
• Respond to call lights and provide relief when needed.
• Attend meetings as required and maintain 6s housekeeping.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities and identify scrap causes.
• Adhere to safety instructions and report unsafe conditions.

Skills

Forklift operation

Sage

Excel

Reading work instructions

Basic math

First piece inspection

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

Sage

Excel

Job description

Accountability: Reporting to the plant manager and any department supervisor or lead as duties are assigned daily. The Manufacturing Support Specialist is responsible for meeting all safety, quality, and productivity standards for the department they are assigned to. This includes filling in for open positions, set up of all equipment, housekeeping, 6s, and training new team members.

Job Summary: This position requires a working knowledge of all manufacturing processes, including but not limited to receiving, material handling, steer king, metal prep, molding, welding, finishing, and shipping. The Manufacturing Support Specialist will provide a positive work environment for all team members. This person will fill in for absenteeism as need and help alleviate any bottlenecks. The Manufacturing Support Specialist is expected to drive a forklift, actively participate in continuous improvement activities, reduce scrap and rework, and be continually focused on quality and safety.

Duties And Responsibilities (Essential)

• Responsible for set up and operation of all manufacturing equipment.
• Will fill in for absent team members and may be shifted to multiple position daily.
• Will answer call lights and provide relief when needed.
• Participate in meetings as needed.
• Practice good housekeeping by following 6s principles keeping equipment and area clean and organized.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Identify causes of scrap and escalation to the Team Leader
• Follow all plant and job specific safety instructions.
• Alert Team Leader of potential failures or unsafe condition of equipment.
• Job duties as assigned based on business conditions.

Interaction: The Manufacturing Support Specialist will interact with management, supervisors, customer service, scheduling and all other ATRO team members.

Experience and Educational Requirements: Must have a High School Diploma/GED, do basic math & counting, obtain a forklift license, be proficient at setting up equipment, read and follow work instructions, work orders and first piece inspection process. Proficient with Sage and Excel. Preference may be given to candidates with an Associate's Degree or one who is actively pursuing one in a business related discipline.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and work standing for 10 hours, must be able to react positively and quickly to changing situations.

Salary: $22.00 per hour