Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION PURPOSE

A shop hourly position with the primary responsibilities of clearing lines using heavy equipment / cranes / and other forklift related items as required by assembly. As a senior mechanic, he/she is an influencer, who leads junior mechanics or teams as assigned. The Mechanic I is a problem solver, critical thinker, independent worker, and possesses a positive attitude, flexibility that strives to meet the needs of his or her customers. Additionally, the Mechanic I must exhibit BAC values of Earning Trust, Embracing Responsibility, Showing Courage, and Driving Innovation .Must ensure that all product for internal and external customers is moved safely and efficiently throughout the shipping process. The purpose for every position at BAC regardless of department or level can be summed up as **doing the right thing in the right **

PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to operate major and minor material handling equipment with unquestionable safety.
• Ability to obtain heavy equipment certifications as needed
• Passion and drive to exceed internal and external customer needs.
• Demonstrated ability to self-manage, work independently, and plan work smartly so urgent items are prioritized without losing sight of overall task list
• Flexibility to work varying shift times as needed to meet customer shipping needs

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience operating material handling equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead small groups.
• Fully competent to operate all major and minor material handling equipment in a safe and efficient manner
• Effective written communication including documentation of processes, and the communication of those processes with fellow mechanics. Ability to communicate to supervisors and co-workers with written memos or emails that are professional, concise and clearly understood.
• Demonstrated oral communication skills including the ability to communicate professionally with BAC customer and co-workers, and the ability to share information verbally that is clearly understood and technically accurate.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and blueprints.
• Competent in math including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractional computations, and fraction to decimal conversions.
• Ability to use handheld measuring tools including tape measure, micrometer, and protractor.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement tools and ability to support root cause analysis for identified quality issues.
• Thorough knowledge of all hazards related to machine operation and related safety sensitive areas of the department and plant.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and adherence to safety standards.
• Computer competency with MS Excel including updating data and generating metrics in pre-formatted spreadsheets.
• Demonstrated flexibility to work at multiple department workstations and adapt to change.
• Ability to work on cross functional teams in support of plant objectives..

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Owns personal and team safety for Material Movement Group. Observes all safety rules and uses the proper safety equipment at all times.
• Willing to adjust shift times as needed to support departmental goals
• Must be willing to work in adverse weather conditions, extreme cold, heat, rain and snow.
• Must obtain forklift and other required certifications. Demonstrate competency with training.
• Operate equipment in a manner that maximizes safety, productivity and quality.
• Follow standard operating procedures for the shipping of finished goods.
• Ensure the yard area, particularly as it relates to stored units is neat and organized with proper spacing and staging of product to ensure safety and eliminate potential product damage
• Maintain neat and accurate paperwork.
• Respond to internal customer requests in an efficient and safe manner demonstrating a world class level of urgency to exceed customer needs
• Provide leadership to the team in the absence of the Group Lead and or Materials Supervisor.
• Understand departmental metrics and communicate / interpret for junior mechanics.
• Document processes for knowledge capture and the training of junior mechanics.
• Maintain and sustain 5S standards in the department.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities and projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned by plant leadership.
• Contribute to departmental safety improvements.
• Ensure individual activities embrace sustainability, reduce the impact on the environment, minimize waste, maximize recycling, minimize energy and water usage.
• Support a culture of innovation through original thinking to improve processes, methods, systems or services; translate new ideas into business opportunities.

NATURE & SCOPE

Reports to the Team Leader, Station Leader or other supervisor as assigned. Provides hands on leadership and mentoring to junior mechanics as well as be prepared to fulfill department leadership roles as needed. As a senior mechanic, expertise may be requested to participate on regional project teams. Expectation is to operate as an influencer and subject matter expert

WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The working environment requires the ability to lift up to 50lbs. Standing is to be expected up to 80% of the time. Additional physical activities include walking, reaching, bending, stooping, and sitting. Fine hand manipulation of controls is needed, as well as hand-eye coordination to perform changes. Typical working hours will be 9:30pm to 6am, however, working hours can include any of three shifts and employee must be flexible. The team is generally scheduled for forty hours a week, and some weekend overtime is to be expected.

You should be proficient in:

• Heavy Material Handling
• Rigging & Load Handling