Lean Production Cell Technician

Job Summary

Perform simultaneous operations safely on multiple equipment/processes within the Cell to move product in a one-piece flow from one operation to another. PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES include the following:

• Perform simultaneous operations safely on multiple equipment/processes within the Cell to move product in a one-piece flow from one operation to another (will NOT be dedicated to one machine or process)
• Not inclusive of all possible operations in a Lean Cell, but may be responsible for maintaining production throughput (setup, operate, troubleshoot) on Manual Surface Grinders, CNC ID/OD Grinders, Manual or CNC Jig Grinders, CNC Wire EDM, EDM Drill, CNC Vertical Machining Centers, Polishing, Inspection devices/CMM
• Setup and maintain equipment/processes to meet part print specifications EVERY time
• Must Stop and Fix the problem when out of spec
• Must be able to work effectively with other Cell Team members to meet the production requirement of finished product output from Cell
• Share working knowledge you may have of operations/processes not assigned for you to do
• Be able to cross-train and eventually be proficient at all operations/processes in the Cell
• Where CNC equipment/processes are in the Cell, be able to pull programs, validate program to print, make offsets, adjust/change tooling, including de-bugging new programs
• Perform First Piece and In-Process inspections to meet drawing specifications, using quality measuring instruments, documenting data as required
• Track and post Key Performance and Key Behavioral Indicators visually at the Cell
• Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS: Minimal requirements for education, knowledge and experience:

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years on-the-job experience and/or certification from appropriate vocational school, prefer can tooling experience
• Efficient experience in a minimum of two operations/processes in the cell
• Willingness to be cross-trained and maintain simultaneous flow through running multiple operations/processes
• Demonstrates ability to read and understand blueprints, GD&T symbols/dimensioning
• Must be able to understand shop math, apply geometry and trigonometry as applicable to each operation/process
• Demonstrates ability to follow basic verbal and/or written instructions
• Demonstrates critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability and actively work in a team environment, which includes communicating effectively with team members and support staff, being self-motivated, accepting responsibility for one's own work
• Flexibility to learn, grow your abilities and knowledge on other equipment
• Ability to operate safely multiple machines

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work schedule generally consists of 50 hours per week plus additional overtime as required
• Ability to regularly lift/maneuver up to 50 lbs.

This position description has been prepared to assist in defining job responsibilities, physical demands, working conditions and skills needed. It is not intended as a complete list of job duties, responsibilities and/or essential functions. Stolle Machinery Co, LLC retains and reserves any or all rights to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from any section of this document as it deems, in its judgment, to be proper. Additionally, Stolle Machinery Co, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.