VSL3 Production Technician - Laser/Coating - 1st shift

To be a Leader in problem solving activities and assist Engineering with First Time Through issues, create a strong working relationship with all associates within assigned areas. Foster a strong working relationship with operations, engineering, Maintenance (TEF), & Quality. Lead process improvement strategies; cycle time reductions and cost reductions. To be looked at as the technical expert within assigned areas.

Lead problem solving activities in assigned areas.

- Analyze Not Right First Time (NRFT) issues and assist engineering with solutions.

- Lead training activities with production personal during runoffs and new equipment launch phase, and training of new hires.

- Can perform all quality checks and machine calibrations within assigned areas.

- Assist TEF personal with troubleshooting issues within assigned areas, and train if needed.

- Work with TEF personal when PM’s are being performed within assigned areas, when applicable.

- Assist operations & engineering during equipment runoffs.

- Have a strong working relationship with Operations, Engineering, Quality, & Maintenance (TEF).

- Analyze and organize data in a way that Engineering, Quality, & Management can make sound business decisions.

- Support engineering in supplier developments and continuous improvement of products supplied.

- Develop engineering skills where required.

- Support Engineering in investigating new and upgraded technologies.

- Participate in customer & supplier visits.

- Participate in supplier technical discussions.

- Provide production lines with technical support.

- Support production PPAP’s, GR&R’s, & Capabilities studies related to Quality.

- Support New Developments with technical expertise and set up methods.

- Understands that there may be times when Process Tech is needed to be an operator, Set-up Person, or assist Maintenance with PM\Technical assistance.

- Supervise daily activities and projects for areas assigned to you.

- Assist engineering with creation of all types of Work Instructions.

- Employees are responsible for communicating to Management when there are issue affecting the Environment, Health, Safety or Quality to his / her respective Manager

Qualification and Skills

Essential: 5+ years of Manufacturing experience, 2+ within CSB department in Laser and Coating

Desirable: Currently in a Lead, Floating position, or set up role

Specific Functional Competencies, Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Minimum of 5 years in manufacturing, shop floor team lead, Floater, or set up experience preferred
• Can proactively identify problems with Not Right First Time and implement solutions
• Can identify mechanical issues and assist TEF with solutions and any training needed to TEF.
• Strong communication skills and organizational skills
• Able to work a flexible schedule in support of business objectives.
• Ability to establish a strong working relationship within CSB department and demonstrate credibility and trustworthiness.
• Willing to travel when needed for machine runoffs or training. Passport and international travel required.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.