Job Description:
PURPOSE OF JOB
Team Members are system experts in their assigned area, and are highly functional in multiple areas. Team Members must also ensure efficiency, operational conformance, product quality and continuous improvement. Functions as a member of an area team which is directly responsible for the efficient production of quality products in the required quantities. Operate/change over specified machinery in the assigned area. Team Members must have the skill set to train and/or perform the tasks of other associates in the area as needed. This job requires Strong Communication, Interpersonal and Team Building skills to support site objectives
Physical/Environmental Requirements:
Standing on a concrete floor
Wearing proper personal protective equipment (hair net, bump cap, ear plugs, safety shoes, and uniform)
Bending, stooping, twist, turn, standing for extended time periods, reaching, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 50 lbs
Forklift assignments require OSHA certification and getting on and off frequently
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
Performs all assigned activities and job tasks within a line or area
Operates equipment in a safe and efficient manner
Takes corrective actions in solving problems to root cause level
Able to assess equipment operating reliability and perform routine repairs, adjustments and malfunction troubleshooting
Performs and/or works with Maintenance to complete equipment preventive maintenance
Able to maintain accurate records of QC checks, production numbers or waste performance
Keeps detailed log books: Performs all shift support documentation in a quality matter
Performs QC tasks such as metal checks, inspection of date codes, item numbers, dump logs, etc
Demonstrates high degree of ownership for product quality: Performs all standard quality checks & other quality related duties
Able to operate a computer and utilize the basic standard desktop systems
Understands principles of inventory control
Has knowledge of the plant's products and goals
Understands production schedules, production computer systems, work instructions and production inventories.
Has a general knowledge of Mars & the systems used by the business
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
1. Functional/Technical skills
2. Planning
3. Drive for Results
4. Priority Setting
5. Customer focus
6. Peer Relationships
KEY FUNCTIONAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE
Relationship building with other Associates and teams
Good communication skills
Interpersonal skills
Analyze equipment support needs
Strong organization skills
KEY EXPERIENCES
1 years of work experience within manufacturing, or a technical and/or trade discipline
Demonstrated competency in computer and pc software including MS Office and email
Must be willing and able to work and accept varying shifts and schedules
Ability to read/comprehend written and oral instruction in the English language
PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS
2+ years of manufacturing experience operating a variety of processing or packaging machines
Knowledge of inventory control principles
Ability to operate a forklift/OSHA certification
Experience with SAP
DESIRED EDUCATION
High School diploma or equivalent
DECISION MAKING AUTHORITY
Decisions
Input on how to improve processes and equipment
Make changes to SOP's and Job aids as necessary to maintain equipment to eliminate losses
Preventive maintenance changes to eliminate losses from wear
Centerline changes based on historical data to eliminate losses
PEOPLE MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
None- but must be a good communicator and have good rel