Located in beautiful Santa Rosa, CA, SMC, Ltd. is a globally recognized premium supplier to the medical market with locations throughout the world. People committed to speed, technology, and exceptional performance are the cornerstone of our organization. Comprised of dedicated people and decades of manufacturing experience, we have continued to experience strong growth and currently have outstanding career opportunities for equally dedicated people.
In the role of a Production Lead for our day-shift operations, you will be responsible for monitoring the work of shift employees in a medical manufacturing and assembly environment: recommend improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditions. Improve the productivity, quality, and margins of the SMC Santa Rosa manufacturing facility through targeted implementation of automation, statistical process controls, product flow streamlining (lean manufacturing), and systems improvements.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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Provide training and recertification to production operators per job requirement (OMS and II). Plan and implement competency audits for process and quality procedures.
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Serve as “Point of Contact” for production floor status, including current issues affecting the process.
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Verify OMS accuracy and suggest any necessary redlines to Engineering and Quality.
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Follow up with Document Control if there are any discrepancies.
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Regular attendance.
OTHER POSITION DUTIES:
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Provide training on how to properly complete all data collection forms (i.e. Device History Records, Time Sheets, Reject Sheets… etc.) to all Manufacturing Associates and Component Stagers
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Monitor IQMS for work center performance and address issues affecting quality and efficiency.
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Work with Production Supervisor and Scheduling to meet order requirements for on-time delivery.
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Support Production Supervisor by establishing the daily operator work assignments, break schedules and adjustments throughout the shift.
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Verify Work Order completion and initiate Line Clearance. Verify all documents are accurate.
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Confirm at job start-up that the work center is organized, the Floor Walker has provided all needed tools and packaging, and that it is staffed to minimize downtime.
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Monitor inventory level and conduct inventory adjustments as necessary.
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Participate with the Statistical Quality Control (SQC) and data collection processes to monitor quality, cost, responsiveness and delivery goals. Also participate with continuous process improvement activities and corrective action processes.
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Proficient in ERP systems back up daily production reporting.
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Back up Component Stager when necessary to maintain an efficient production flow.
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Monitor department supplies and request from Purchasing when needed.
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Collaborate with various departments to satisfy Quality, Safety, Cost and on time delivery of product.
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Participate in 6S activities and initiate improvement opportunities. Report safety issues or incidents immediately to the Shift Supervisor.
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Provide employees with the necessary tools to be successful with their tasks.
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Perform duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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High School Diploma or equivalent required.
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Work well in team environment. Demonstrate active listening skills.
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Possess and demonstrate problem solving skills.
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Ability to lead others.
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Self-starter, able to work with minimum supervision.
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Proficient in basic mathematics.
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Computer Skills (Internet, Word, Excel, Outlook, IQ, etc.)
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Must be able to read, write and speak English
ADA REQUIREMENTS:
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Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
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Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Pushing, Pulling, Lifting, Fingering, Grasping, Feeling, Talking, and Hearing.
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Ability to work for extended periods sitting and looking at computer while completing repetitive motions to include substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
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The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; expansive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly of fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes.
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The worker is required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as: operating machines such as lathes, drill presses, power saws and mills where the seeing job is at or within arm's reach; performing mechanical or skilled trades tasks of a non-repetitive nature such as carpenters, technicians, service people, plumbers, painters, mechanics, etc.
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The worker is required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
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The worker is required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned (i.e., custodial, food services, general labor, etc.) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.e., security guard, inspection, etc.)
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The worker is subject to inside environmental conditions: Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.
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The worker is subject to hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.
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The worker is subject to oils: There is air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids.
We are committed to fair and equitable hiring with salaries based on relevant factors, such as work experience, education, and certifications. Toward the principle of equal pay for equal work, we post and hire within defined salary ranges. We ask all applicants to review salary ranges for each posted job opportunity, as we will not hire outside the predetermined range.
Hourly Range $25.00 - $30.00 / hour
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