Production Facilitator

Thai Summit America; Bardstown (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Thai Summit America in Bardstown, KY is seeking a supervisor to lead a manufacturing team, coach associates and ensure production goals are met. The role requires strong leadership, communication and problem solving to maintain a safe, efficient operation in a fast paced environment.

You will plan daily activities, coordinate training, manage manpower and equipment, and ensure ERP processes and ISO quality standards are followed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.
• 3 – 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Associates degree or enrollment in classes towards Associates degree preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership, interpersonal, organizational and communication skills required.
• General knowledge of personal computers is expected (MS Excel, Outlook, Word and PowerPoint; ERP system).

Responsibilities

• Administer company policies, procedures and practices in a consistent manner.
• Using core values, the Facilitator should initiate coaching and problem solving activities that will maintain a productive relationship with Associates.
• Remain accessible to Associates and respond to concerns, complaints, problems, suggestions, etc. and provide information and assistance in a reasonable time period.
• Using leadership and motivational techniques, maintain a productive and satisfied department work group.
• Selection, training and development of Associates through Skill Assessment and coordination of training resources.
• Plan and execute daily activities according to departmental production requirements.
• Plan short-term activities to meet departmental goals and objectives.
• Manage efficient utilization of manpower, equipment and materials to promote/improve safety, housekeeping, quality, and reduce scrap.
• Maintain/improve customer service through CRRF, 8-D, concern summary resolution teams and ensuring correct implementation of ECN's and ISO processes.
• Develop/initiate timely, accurate and cost effective improvement plans utilizing Associate resources.
• Plan and execute company initiatives (TPM, suggestion program, etc.).

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associates degree or enrollment towards Associates degree

Tools

MS Excel

Outlook

Word

PowerPoint

ERP system

Job description

Primary Job Function

Supervise, instruct and motivate the Team to meet or exceed departmental goals and objectives. Know and apply broad knowledge of principles and practices of a field or specialization. May supervise/lead one or more functional areas. Accomplish any and all work assignments as directed by management.

Primary Job Function

Supervise, instruct and motivate the Team to meet or exceed departmental goals and objectives. Know and apply broad knowledge of principles and practices of a field or specialization. May supervise/lead one or more functional areas. Accomplish any and all work assignments as directed by management.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Administer company policies, procedures and practices in a consistent manner.
• Using core values, the Facilitator should initiate coaching and problem solving activities that will maintain a productive relationship with Associates.
• Remain accessible to Associates the majority of the time and respond to Associates concerns, complaints, problems, suggestions, etc. and provide information, answers and assistance in a reasonable time period.
• Using leadership and motivational techniques, maintain a productive and satisfied department work group.
• Selection, training and development of Associates through the use of Skill Assessment and coordination of training resources.
• Plan and execute daily activities according to departmental production requirements.
• Plan short-term activities to meet departmental goals and objectives.
• Manage efficient utilization of manpower, equipment and materials to promote/improve safety, housekeeping, quality, and reduce scrap.
• Maintain/improve customer service through use/participation of Concern/Resolution Request Form (CRRF), 8-D, concern summary resolution teams and ensuring correct implementation of ECN's and ISO processes.
• Develop/initiate timely, accurate and cost effective improvement plans utilizing Associate resources.
• Plan and execute company initiatives (TPM, suggestion program, etc.).

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.
• 3 – 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Associates degree or enrollment in classes towards Associates degree preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership, interpersonal, organizational and communication skills required.
• General knowledge of personal computers is expected (MS Excel, Outlook, Word and PowerPoint; ERP system).

Internal Training Requirements

• New hire orientation
• Benefits orientation
• Safety orientation
• Sexual harassment training
• Microsoft Office suite
• ERP system
• 10-4 Leadership Training
• SPC
• Problem Solving Skills
• Incident Training
• KPI
• TS 16949
• OHS & Environmental

Health, Safety and Physical Demand Requirements

• Frequent lifting of up to 50 lbs.
• Able to tolerate standing for 8 hours or more.
• Occasional lifting, climbing, carrying, pulling, griping, grasping, twisting, bending, stooping and reaching throughout the work day.
• Hand and eye coordination.

Travel Requirements

• Must have a valid Driver’s License and ability to obtain a Passport.

Travel within the US and Canada up to 5%, usually travel is throughout SE Michigan.