Operations Assistant, 1st Shift

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the continuous improvement of safety, quality, delivery, and cost through the elimination of waste from our production processes.
• Undertake projects that promote continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring optimal workflow and contributing to the overall efficiency of the manufacturing process.
• Support daily production and planning.
• Attend daily production meetings.
• Report on critical items and any shortages of supplies that need attention or will impact production.
• Conduct audits and place orders as needed.
• Conduct 6S audits as assigned to ensure 6S standards are being maintained and identify areas for improvement.
• Conduct audits and inventory counts of shop supplies.
• Conduct daily WIP counts.
• Conduct air and gas counts.
• Conduct chemical counts.
• Conduct Recycle Cap counts (module cap transferred between plants).
• Complete Auto-ship and Konrady inventory.
• Order shop supplies utilizing both the auto-ship and standard shop supplier tracker.
• Complete and update the Chem logs.
• Collect/consolidate and enter JDE production data and weekly purge amounts.
• Conduct SLIM bottle cycle counts.
• Conduct Blast Cap inventory and complete system adjustments as needed.
• Conduct NSD and SD calibration verification of Press side tools.
• Conduct VBA bottle cycle counts.
• Compile and publish shelf-life review and report.
• Compile and send out reports for calibration needs.
• Compile and complete end of month purge data.
• Maintain shop supplies and cabinets.
• Audit incoming shop supplies to BOL.
• Put away all shop supplies.
• Maintain shop supply cabinets.

• High School diploma, GED or combination of work experience and skill development.
• 2+ years experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Detail oriented and have the ability to multi-task.
• Experience involving tool management, 6S or continuous improvement project support.
• Good communication skills and be able to work with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Able to read and interpret production documents and train others in their use.
• Intermediate computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Word, Visio and Excel.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Familiarity with safety regulations and standards in a manufacturing setting.
• Basic understanding of maintenance and equipment installation processes.
• Experience working with a business inventory system desirable.