Production Operator

EnerSys is a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. We have over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than 100 countries. Worldwide headquarters are located in Reading, PA, USA with regional headquarters in Europe and Asia. We complement our extensive line of Motive Power and Energy Systems with a full range of integrated services and systems. With sales and service locations throughout the world, and over 100 years of battery experience, EnerSys is the power/full solution for stored DC power products.

Motive Power applications include industrial lift trucks and pallet jacks, rail equipment, mining equipment, and airline ground support equipment. Some of the motive power brands include Hawker, Ironclad, General Battery, and Fiamm. Wherever there is a need for motive power, EnerSys offers the perfect energy solution.

Job Purpose

We are now accepting applications for a Manufacturing Coordinator, in Department 65. This position is currently posted as B-shift, however; the final open shift may change based on a posted shift change. This position will report to Bryan Wilson and is Group B pay. The Manufacturing Coordinator supports Team Managers, in non-supervisory tasks, maintain schedule conformance, production efficiencies, product Quality, Safety, and Regulatory goals and objectives. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following, but other duties may be assigned:

1. 1. Follow established Company standards and guidelines.
   2. Assist in training, development, and monitoring of department team members for safety, product quality, regulatory requirements and production efficiencies.
   3. Assist in providing leadership and direction to all department members.
   4. Monitor the manufacturing operation to ensure safety, product quality and production efficiency.
   5. Review and monitor line set-up and change-over for efficiency.
   6. Coordinate and production schedule to assure the department is complying with the schedule.
   7. Assist and support all problem-solving teams.
   8. Assure proper set up and communication for shift changes.
   9. Perform and maintain daily housekeeping, hygiene, and cleanliness procedures.
   10. Communicate to Team Supervisor any observed safety violation, inappropriate production methods and/or any actions that compromise quality in the department.
   11. Other duties as assigned by the department Team Supervisor.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• One (1) year of battery manufacturing experience working at the EnerSys Richmond location.
• Work experience within the department 83 and working knowledge of departmental operations; including equipment functions and operations.

 
Competencies:

• Ability to use deductive reasoning for trouble shooting
• Ability to analyze production schedules, reports, shipping documents and inventory control
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal directions.
• Good communication and follow through skills
• Necessary leadership skills to interface with all Team Members

General Job Requirements

• Must be able to differentiate colors.
• Must be able to frequently bend; twist; reach; stoop; kneel or crouch.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds/23 kilos on a daily continuous basis. Anything heavier will be done with the assistance of a mechanical device or with the assistance of another employee.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Employees are responsible for wearing the required Personal Protective Equipment in the proper manner at all times.
• Must be able and willing to wear a respirator.
• Must be able and willing to work overtime.
• Must be able and willing to work varying schedules which may include nights, weekends, and public holidays.
• Risk of electrical shock.
• This position is exposed to harmful materials such as lead/fiberglass products. Periodic blood tests are required to measure the level of lead. Precautions are taken by the company/employee to reduce the risk of exposure and help ensure everyones safety.
• This position requires working in a plant/warehouse environment. Therefore, expect varying working conditions.

EnerSys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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