Receiving Lead

Spirax Group; Ogden (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Chromalox is seeking a Receiving Lead to coordinate and expedite flow of parts, assemblies, and materials according to schedules or priorities, and to compile and maintain accurate records of receipt, storage, and movement. You will assign workers to workstations, monitor production flow, and communicate status with supervisors, team leads, quality and shipping personnel.

The role emphasizes CPS and lean manufacturing, continuous quality improvements, safety, and teamwork across departments.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school, or related experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, work orders and instructions.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; JDE experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and able to meet deadlines; good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and expedites flow of parts, assemblies, and materials to meet production needs.
• Assigns workers to workstations to meet production requirements and adjusts as needed.
• Communicates status with supervisors, team leads, and shipping personnel; updates production information.
• Ensures training of employees in core capabilities and quality processes.
• Works with other departments to define and meet department goals and targets.
• Supports TPM and continuous quality improvements through CPS/lean manufacturing principles.
• Conducts tests and inspections to verify conformance to specifications.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Reading blueprints

Education

Associate degree or technical school equivalent

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

JDE system

Job description

Receiving Lead

Composed of Chromalox, Durex Industries, Vulcanic, and Thermocoax businesses, Electrical Thermal Solutions (ETS), part of Spirax Group, creates electrical process heating and temperature management solutions, including industrial heaters and systems, heat tracing, and a range of component technologies.

At Chromalox, we build advanced thermal technologies for the world’s most challenging industrial heating applications.

Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, we got our start with an innovative solution 100 years ago when a self-taught engineer invented the first metal-sheathed resistance heating element. It was this then-advanced thermal technology that launched an entire industry.

We excel in industries that have high expectations. We are acknowledged as experts at delivering solutions that exceed specifications, limit risk, and reduce operating costs.

Join us as we continue to provide solutions to our customers and the world!

The Role:

Coordinates and expedites flow of parts, assemblies, and other materials. This is done according to schedules or priorities and compiles; maintains records.

Responsibilities:

• Assigns workers to workstations to meet production requirements; monitors production and adjusts work assignments, supply of material, and machine operation when necessary.
• Confers with supervisor to receive instructions and exchange production information; provides up-to-date information on the status of work in progress, quality and material inventory.
• Communicates with and coordinates with other supervisors, team leads, certified operator trainers, quality technicians, material handlers and shipping personnel; reacts to and makes necessary changes to production flow based on customer demands.
• Assigns and works with Certified Operator Trainers to ensure employees under their lead are fully trained in all core capabilities, critical quality processes, and CPS principles and associated department work instructions.
• Works with other departments and areas of responsibility to define, coordinate, and develop solutions for department or area specific requirements, goals and targets.
• Works with statistical reporting and examination of OTP, past dues, and material shortages; assists with daily toolbox meetings and safety communication.
• Performs and guides routine preventative maintenance on machines as scheduled and required for TPM.
• Works alone and as a team to develop and implement quality and efficiency improvements.
• Applies CPS principles and lean manufacturing techniques, develops teams, stations, or cells to support this process; looks for ways to improve manufacturing processes; understands, applies and emphasizes continuous quality improvement techniques.
• Conducts tests and inspections of products, or processes to evaluate quality or performance; examines products or work to verify conformance to specifications.

Requirements:

• Associate degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience in production.
• Must have knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets and database software including but not limited to Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. JDE system experience preferred.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, proportions and decimals. Ability and understanding of various measuring devices in meeting drawing dimensions and specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, work orders, work instructions, diagrams, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Good verbal and written communication skills are necessary.
• Work requires continual attention to detail in follow through, establishing priorities and meeting deadlines.

At Chromalox, we are not just an employer but a champion of equal opportunities and inclusivity. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that adheres to the highest hiring standards and is free from discrimination and harassment.

Chromalox is an equal opportunity employer; our commitment extends to all aspects of employment, ensuring that no individual is mistreated or discriminated against based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as defined by federal, state, or local laws.