WORK SHIFT:

First Shift (United States of America)

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This hands-on position will supervise and direct all levels of Composite (Pultrusion) set-up technicians and any persons in contact with Pultrusion molds and molding process. This position is responsible for mold changes (scheduling staff), mold process control, mold change component inventory, productivity, part quality, safety, cleanliness, and organization. He/she must be able to review the daily production schedule and set priorities based on customer requirements and resources available. He/she must be able to coordinate activities with various positions and personnel in the Composite molding department, as well as with supporting department personnel, to accomplish specific assigned goals and objectives. He/she will also be the key trainer for all new technicians in the use and setup of Pultrusion molding machines and equipment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Hands-on supervision (will supervise and assist with all aspect of molding).

• Supervisory responsibility for up to 15 employees assigned to his/her area.

• Works effectively as a member of a team and also autonomously, often in a limited supervisory role.

• Willing to learn and adapt to new methods, procedures, principles, disciplines, goals and objectives.

• Leads, trains, assist in identifying equipment issues and motivate personnel as required.

• Complete the duties of an area supervisor specified by Cambro’s operating structure, including but not limited to (reporting, review, MOS procedures, disciplinary write-up, training and training and time studies).

• Set-up, start-up, processing, and process troubleshooting of various types of thermoset Pultrusion molds, machines and resins to ensure efficient production of quality products. Also may require occasional activity in material handling, blending, maintenance, assembly, packaging and inventory control.

• Assist management, engineering department, mold maintenance, scheduling and quality control departments to perform mold/material testing.

• Monitors and enforces department safety and production procedures.

• Communicates with prior and oncoming shifts to give work assignments and expectations to achieve plan.

• Maintain reliable and consistent attendance, including being punctual, and dependable in order to meet the needs of the department and the organization.

• Execute each essential duty satisfactorily in order to perform job successfully.

• Follows all safety procedures required in work area, wears PPE as needed, attends all safety meetings, and reports safety issues regarding equipment or unsafe/hazardous conditions.

• Performs effectively as a team member, able to work well with others, open to receive and give feedback, and treats everyone with respect.

• Takes ownership of own work and behavior, accepts accountability for own actions, encourages solutions, and communicates status of work/projects.

• Follow all department quality standards/criteria. Raise concerns and issues to immediate manager.

• Able to understand and demonstrate Cambro company culture, display company core values (Safety, Quality, Respect, and Service).

• Understands department’s key performance indicators and contributes to achieve these goals both individually and as a team.  

• Other duties as needed or required.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible to maintain a clean and safe work area. Will work with other shifts to resolve housekeeping issues.

• Must be able to work overtime as needed, remain flexible and open to possible schedule changes in order to meet business needs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

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.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and three years of Composite molding experience specifically in the area of set-up, start-up and processing of thermoset Pultrusion molding and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Excellent knowledge of the Pultrusion molding process, materials, molds, and machinery. 

• At least five years of supervisory experience with demonstrated ability to lead a group of people in a manufacturing environment.

• Working knowledge of an ERP system, I.E. Prism, AS400 system , and Intermec.

• Basic understanding of Microsoft Word and Excel programs.

• Ability to communicate well in English, both verbally and in writing. Complete reports, comprehend instructions, and communicate effectively via emails. Speak effectively in front of groups of people, coworkers and suppliers.  

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals. 

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

• Excellent interpersonal skills to deal with difficult situations; find resolutions, escalate and communicate situations to Shift Manager.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Forklift license and or experience.

• Bilingual in Spanish.

• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations in composite or plastic molding.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sitting, walking, standing, bending at the neck, bending at the waist, squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, twisting at the neck and waist, repetitive use of hands, simple grasping, power grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling, reaching above and below the shoulder, carrying/lifting up to 50-75 lbs.

• Driving cars, trucks, forklifts and other equipment

• Working around equipment and machinery

• Exposure to excessive noise

• Exposure to dust, gas, fumes or chemicals

• Working at heights

• Use of special visual or auditory protective equipment

• Walking on uneven ground

• Operation of foot controls or repetitive foot movement

PPE REQUIREMENTS

• Safety glasses

• Utility gloves

• Steel-toe slip-resistant shoes

• Hardhat

• Hearing protection (e.g. ear plugs, ear muffs)

• Face shields

• Face covering (mask) in accordance with company policy.

Supervisor Operations

COMPENSATION RANGE:

$38.19 - $42.00

Salary may vary based on experience.