Production Lead

3403 Charlotte Ave Elkhart Indiana 46517-1150

Why Valmont
 

We’re Here to Move the World Forward.

Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.

 

Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. We are the modern workforce. Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now.

• Monitor and coach employees on shift to ensure all safety policies, procedures, and company rules are followed and adhered to
• Responsible for making sure that all employees are using/wearing all required PPE for their specific duties
• Responsible for reporting all injuries and near misses to Manufacturing Manager and Safety as soon as possible
• Responsible for housekeeping and incorporate these functions on a day-to-day basis
• Monitor and coach team to ensure operators follow quality standards and avoid passing on poor quality
• Ensure inspection checks and quality assurance occur on product and processes to ensure high quality products and perform process audits as assigned
• Set daily direction and clearly communicate expected production standards for the shift; understand and follow up on daily performance
• Develop a strong personal understanding of all processes and equipment within the assigned department
• Train, coach, and develop the team to ensure proper operation of assigned work and equipment
• Help assess and manage the team’s bench strength and cross training needs
• Lead the Team on Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to understand losses; take action to prevent future breakdowns and incidents
• Understand and drive cost reduction efforts within department and site
• Promote a continuous improvement climate that encourages suggestions and involvement from the team
• Administer and support company policies and procedures in a fair and consistent manner
• Support the team and fill in however and wherever necessary to help drive the success of the department
• Monitor equipment condition and plan downtime for repairs and preventive maintenance

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):

• The ability to pass a forklift driver’s test
• Ability to read and interpret prints
• Working knowledge of Valmont’s manufacturing process
• A strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Outlook
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to support divisional business objectives
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to accomplish tasks and reach goals through the work of the team
• The ability to gain basic understanding of department functions within six months
• The ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
• Knowledge of and ability to use common shop mathematics (in feet, inches, fractions, and degrees) in reading complex prints and specifications
• The ability to solve problems and make an informed decision based on the situation
• Communicate and interact with team members, at all levels, in a positive manner
• Effectively interpret and present information both one-on-one and in front of a group

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications:

• Associate's degree with 5+ years of relevant work experience, or 7+ years relevant experience is preferred
• A strong working knowledge of IFS
• Demonstrated experience in a Leadership role is preferred
• Practical hands-on experience in Lean Manufacturing

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Educational Background

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