Production Coordinator

Production Coordinator

Waukegan, IL 60085

Overview

Salary Range $19.00 - $25.00 Hourly Job Shift 1st Shift Education Level High School/GED Category Operations

Description

Join the PAK

The Visual Pak Companies are aligned with many of the largest consumer product companies in the household, personal care, automotive and food product industries.

30 years of consistent growth with no end in sight is a testament to our best-in-class workforce as the foundation for our collective success. The Visual Pak is looking for innovative and dedicated achievers who are encouraged to keep a healthy work/life balance to join our team.

Position Title: Production Coordinator

Reporting into Title: Production Supervisor/Manager

Position Purpose/Summary: The Production Coordinator's primary responsibility is to assist in operating equipment and ensuring correct and accurate machine operation.

Direct Reports: None

Position Responsibilities-Tasks-Deliverables:

An individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty listed below. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

All duties as assigned and the following specific activities:

• Enforce Hazardous Material Handling Procedures and oversee Initial and Annual Training
• Assist in operating the equipment and ensuring correct and accurate fill weights and machine operation consistency.
• Oversee the filling line process ensuring proper labeler, capper, torque, box taper operation and all other mechanical line stations (minimum of 2 production lines.)
• Ensure proper line staffing to execute filling and packaging successfully.
• Review Bill of Material to assure correct components and product.
• Ensure accurate staging of material and work with jeep driver to assure component quantities versus solution yield.
• Assist in other areas of the filling line as needed
• Scan commodities to work order as needed.
• Review accuracy and completeness of paperwork prior to shift end.
• Contact and expedite additional mechanical assistance if needed.
• Report any work-related performance issues with any team member(s)
• Report to work 15 minutes before the start of the shift for a production line update and overlap with the previous shift line leader.
• Stay 15 minutes after the end of the shift for a production update and overlap with the incoming shift line leader.
• Perform all duties in a safe and conscientious manner demonstrating leadership.
• Report any unsafe conditions or situations and communicate with associates on unsafe, rude, inappropriate conduct and report to Supervisor if needed.
• Manage the line team work during downtime and rework jobs.
• Document any relevant downtime and other issues on the production reports.
• Update production boards every hour and clear board at end of shift.
• Document "Line in Changeover" on the production boards as needed.
• Work to maximize line efficiency and rates without compromising quality.
• Accurately complete all required paperwork in a timely fashion.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work line at all times.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail when ensuring proper labeling and production of all mechanical lines.
• Displays efficient time management skills by updating production boards and all required paperwork in a timely manner while successfully accomplishing addition job tasks.
• Effectively fosters safety awareness within the workplace.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) match
• Pet Insurance
• Paid time-off
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Subsidy
• Childcare Resources
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Discounts

Qualifications

Knowledge-Skills-Abilities

Education: High School Degree or GED Equivalent

Experience (years and topics):

• At least 2 years' experience in a supervisor role
• Minimum of 4 years working in a manufacturing environment

Technology/Software:

• Moderate PC and ERP capabilities

Communication:

• Communication skills in both English and Spanish (2nd Spanish preferred)
• Strong motivating and team building skills (mentoring and coaching)

Physical Capabilities

Strength:

• Must be able to regularly lift 55 lbs.

Movement:

• Must be able to stand / walk for an entire eight hour shift. Occasional bending, crouching, and crawling

Hearing:

• Must be able to hear and understand work direction in a loud, distracting environment

Vision:

• Must be able to judge distance, identify details, and view computer screen regularly

MISCELLANEOUS

Travel: N/A

Vehicle (own): N/A

Tools (own): N/A

Technology (own): N/A

Visual Pak Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Visual Pak does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, gender (orientation or identification), sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis covered by federal, state, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, skills, individual performance, and business needs.