Production Coordinator

Location:USA : New Berlin
State:Wisconsin
Country:USA

Our purpose points the way
In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity's biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It's how we've gotten so far. And it's how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless.

We're here to better our world with biology.

Join us as our new Production Coordinator!

This position works under limited supervision and is primarily responsible for coordination of day-to-day production activities. This position provides people leadership, Continuous Improvement, and administrative support as needed. This position will be required to serve as a backup to the Supervisor in their absence.

In this role you'll make a difference by:

• Leading and collaborating with cross-functional teams on Systematic Problem Solving and Continuous Improvement initiatives, to improve inefficiencies in the manufacturing process and drive the overall company strategy set by management

• Conducting shift/department meetings to share company communications, department and plant concerns, and policy information

• Working closely with the production supervisor and serve as a back up

• Recommending and implementing solutions to improve processes regarding Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost

• Completion of PCQI training (company provided)

• Reviewing production documents for accuracy, completion, and proper recordkeeping as well as following up on errors

• Following up on non-conformities and corrective actions for quality concerns in the manufacturing process

• Reporting and maintaining KPI's as requested by management, ensuring actions are taken when appropriate

• Participating in production decisions concerning new product lines or processes

• Continuously supports, recommends and executes programs to comply with all State, Federal and local safety and food/feed safety regulations.

• Fostering an environment conducive to continuous improvement and lean manufacturing by utilizing 5S and other continuous improvement tools.

• Driving a safety culture by ensuring safety compliance through tool box talks, PPE guidance, and leading by example

• Assessing equipment, building, and grounds conditions and initiating work requests for repairs.

• Supporting the production team on the floor to meet goals and deadlines as needed

• Involvement in audits (external and internal) as well as following up on observation and deviations

• Updating/managing SOP's, WI's, and other production related documents

• Other duties as assigned by management

To succeed you must hold:

• Ability to read, write and speak English.

• Ability to effectively communicate oral and written information and respond to questions from managers and other employees in a professional manner.

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

• Ability to read, follow, and train others on work instructions.

• Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts to the production process.

• Possess a working knowledge in Microsoft Office programs and ERP system (SAP preferred).

• Possess working knowledge of continuous improvement principles and their application.

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in standardized situations.

• Shows initiative to improve work processes or question the status quo.

• Ability to operate a pallet walker and/or forklift.

• Ability to use basic hand tools (hammer, screwdriver, wrench) for assembly and disassembly of equipment.

• These characteristics are normally acquired through a High School Diploma or GED with 5 or more years of experience in a production environment preferred.

Could our purpose be yours? Then apply today!

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Novonesis is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability, or veteran status.

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