Technical Operation Supervisor 1st Shift

METTLER TOLEDO; California, Oakland (MO, CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Technical Operations Production Team Leader to oversee and enhance injection molding and automation processes. This role demands a proactive leader who can motivate and train team members while ensuring production standards are met. The successful candidate will have a strong background in troubleshooting and process improvements, contributing to a safe and efficient work environment. Join a company recognized globally for its innovation and quality, where your expertise will directly impact production excellence and team success.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision care

401(k) savings plan with company matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Flexible spending

Short and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave programs

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong background in injection molding and automation processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of technicians in production processes.
• Develop and implement new injection molding and automation processes.

Skills

Injection Molding

Automation Processes

Team Leadership

Troubleshooting

Root Cause Analysis

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication Skills

Safety Procedures

Education

High School Diploma

Technical Certification

Tools

SAP

File Maker

Job description

Our Opening and Your Responsibilities

Technical Operation production team leader that ensures all technical molding, automation, and production assistant team members are trained, motivated, and prepared to successfully meet all daily production demands

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.

• Consistently maintains a positive attitude, volunteers for additional assignments and assists other team members as needed.
• Develops new injection molding, automation processes and directs the process team on developing or improving new processing methods.
• Leads a team of molding, automation, and production assistant technicians in a fast paced production environment.
• Verifies the existing mold / automation setups are correct and provides positive feedback to Tech ops team members.
• Troubleshoots and maintains new and production approved molds / automation equipment's.
• Recommends, develops, assigns or implements production process improvements.
• Mentors and guides team members to improve molded component quality / automation equipment's and performance
• Creates and maintains molding / automation process setup datasheets, work instructions, protocols, and other process documentation.
• Maintains a clean, orderly, and safe work environment utilizing 5S processes and other lean methodologies.
• Develops and performs formal individual and group injection molding / automation training sessions.
• Works various shifts and occasional weekends to support the tech ops department as needed
• Monitors machine performance and maintains optimal production standards at all times.
• Troubleshoots and eliminates various molded part defects / automation repairs, utilizing formal root cause analysis techniques.
• Directs all production scheduling duties for all tech op technicians.
• Develops processes for new molds / new automations using scientific molding/ automation practices.
• Other duties may be assigned.

What You Need to Succeed

• Quality/Quantity - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; proactively looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed; volunteers readily and generates suggestions for improving work.
• Interpersonal Skills - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
• Oral/Written Communication - Listens and gets clarification. Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming. Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Safety and Security - Promotes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Attendance/Dependability - Is consistently at work and on time. Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Administrative - Is competent navigating and using Microsoft office suite. Capable of becoming proficient with SAP and File Maker databases.

Our Offer to You

• Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching - all starting on date of hire
  
• Tuition reimbursement, educational matching gift program, perks and discounts
  
• Parental and caregiver leave programs
• All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee
  Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits
  
• Global market strength and worldwide leadership in precision instrumentation
  
• A brand name that is identified worldwide with precision, quality, and innovation
• Thousands of patents, design and innovation awards across Mettler Toledo
• 
  Global recognition for the quality of our products and services

About Mettler Toledo

METTLER TOLEDO is a global leader in precision instruments and services. We are renowned for innovation and quality across laboratory, process analytics, industrial, product inspection, and retailing applications. Our sales and service network is one of the most extensive in the industry. Our products are sold in more than 140 countries, and we have a direct presence in approximately 40 countries. For more information, please visit www.mt.com.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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