What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Lead I (M - F 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM) position at Mettler Toledo?
Production Lead I (M - F 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM)
Our Opening and Your Responsibilities
Role/Purpose:
Under the general direction of an Assembly Manager, the Assembly Lead provides direction
and instructions to Assemblers in either mechanical and/or electrical groups to enable
them to complete tasks quickly, effectively, safely and of excellent quality.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
- Act as first responder or SME to resolve for tier 1 escalations to assembly cells when issues arise
- Troubleshoot any unit in their Value Stream (VS)
- Provide knowledge, experience, motivation, support and advice on cell issues
- Assemble systems as designed
- Update resource planner and crating report
- Enter QN tags
- Monitor Return to Stock (RTS) process
- Understand SAP, COOIS/DCP systems
- Maintain a positive work atmosphere by performing and communicating in a manner that promotes good relationships with customers, clients, co-workers, and management
- Drive production and keep assemblers focused
- Be a steward for excellent quality
- Monitor missing parts on newspaper
- Conduct daily floor walk to determine cell status and recommend solutions on how to improve cell output
- Support and at times run daily startup meeting, production floor walk, and Gemba walk when Assembly Manager is unavailable
- Escalate tier 2 cell issues to Assembly Manager promptly and in a concise manner
- Conduct hands on training to Assemblers on basic and advanced machine building
- processes; Train new and existing assemblers in their VS Document and record assembly hours and cell floor disturbances using provided tools and software
- Support 5S program and perform audits as needed throughout Assembly area
- Maintain a safe work environment by adhering to all MT safety policies
- Frequent bending, reaching, kneeling and occasional lying on the ground to complete required work
- Standing for extended periods of time (up to 8 hours)
- Frequently lifts and/or moves up to 10lbs
- Occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 50lbs
- Other duties as assigned
What You Need to Succeed
Knowledge, Skills, Attitude:
- Electrical and/or mechanical aptitude
- Ability to use basic hand tools, drills, pneumatic hand tools, and other industry shop tools and equipment
- Ability to interpret engineering assembly drawings, schematic and BOM
- Excellent problem solver/troubleshooting skills
- Quality focused
- Attention to details
- Good time management
- Ability to work with limited supervision
- Mentoring skills; ability to train others
- Ability to handle multiple priorities
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Self starter
- Ability to consistently meet deadlines
- Computer literate (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Ability to safely lift 50 lbs. and work in multiple positions (ie Stand, sit, lay, squat, bend, kneel) for prolonged periods of time
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Knowledge and understanding of 5S and Lean Manufacturing principles
- Safety Conscious
This position is considered safety sensitive and is subject to drug testing as permitted by law.
**OVERTIME MAY BE REQUIRED BASED ON BUSINESS NEEDS.**
Minimum Education / Experience Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Level III Assembler in a respective discipline at MT
- 3-5 years minimum experience in electrical and/or mechanical assembly of industrial machines
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, employee wellness programs, plus other perks and discounts
- Parental and caregiver leave policies
- 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 weighing
- A brand name that is identified worldwide with precision, quality, and innovation
- Thousands of patents, design and innovation awards
- A commitment to extraordinary service on our state-of-the-art equipment
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
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We give consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification. You can find more details in our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy.
