We need a production type person who is generally knowledgeable on operation, repair, and maintenance of milling machines and processes.  This person is more than an operator yet less than an engineer.  They act as a liaison between engineering and the operators and generally troubleshoot, maintain, set up, introduce new procedures into the milling process steps.  An associates degree (technical, electronic, mechanical tech) would be helpful.

JOB SUMMARY

• This position is responsible for performing a variety of activities to technically support all mill processes throughout the assigned Value Stream.
• The incumbent in this position will aid in the welding and roll forming processes on the mills.  Additionally, this position includes the ability to troubleshoot different machinery.
• Responsible for providing technical updates and feedback to the mill operators, process engineers, and management.
  
• Works closely with others in the Value Stream including, Process Engineers, Value Stream Manager, Mill Operators, Maintenance Personnel, and others as needed. 
• Must be able to develop work instructions, new procedures, and programs in an effort to standardize processes.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•    Support continuous improvement efforts by serving as a technical expert and
•    Participate as selected in new product design teams; determine, maintain/improve and communicate process capabilities and ensure they remain compatible with product specification.
•    Lead by example, setting the highest standards for continuously challenging current methods and seeking to eliminate waste in all activities.
•    Commitment to using lean methods to identify and eliminate waste.


Education:
Technical degree or related Associates degree or equivalent experience.  

Experience:  
Minimum 3-5 years prior experience in engineering area or shop floor responsibility.  Roll-forming, welding, and mill-related experience a plus.  Forklift experience a plus.

Interactive Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:  
Fluency in English. Outstanding ability to effectively communicate to all levels of the organization.  The successful candidate will be open, honest, trustworthy and consistent in approach.  

Administrative Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:  
Ability to work effectively as a member of a team in a matrixed environment.  Demonstrate mutual accountability for achieving business results.  Ability to make thorough and practical decisions in a timely and practical manner.  Innovative approach to developing solutions.  

Technical Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) a plus.

Physical Demands:
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.  
•    Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
•    Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
•    Must be able to bend and reach spaces under equipment.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

Work Environment:
The employee must wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (i.e. goggles, glasses, hearing protection, gloves, Tyvek aprons, etc.) as specified by departmental and company safety procedures and training.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.