The
BARS Technical Team Manager is responsible for providing operational and technical supervision for the operational and maintenance functions of the Soap Production area.
Job Duties:- Responsible for supervision of entire shift including hourlies.
- Execute daily production plan for a given shift.
- Ensure good product quality is maintained across the lines
- Report wastages and yield on daily/batch wise basis.
- Provide daily support for the operation in troubleshooting operational issues. Lead team members through root cause and equipment failure analyses. Identify and execute corrective actions, temporary solutions, and permanent solutions
- Drive innovations in process and work system improvements
- Communicate shift results daily in verbal and written formats
- Train employees on all aspects of safety (OSHA required training, etc.)
- Develop skill acquisition and assessment plans for line lead mechanics
- Coordinate with maintenance teams to enable execution of Preventive Maintenance.
- Lead team development initiatives to ensure continuous improvement around our key business metrics (safety, quality, reliability and cost)
- Ensure implementation of 5S in all areas of BARS
- Other duties as assigned by management
Education Requirements:- Bachelor's of Science Degree in a technical field of study (or related field) or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum Work Requirements:- Meet the legal minimum age requirement
- Authorized to work in the United States
- 3+ years of production/maintenance supervisory/management experience overseeing 5 or more production/maintenance individuals in a manufacturing environment.
- Working knowledge of the basics of mechanical systems and electrical systems.
- Intermediate knowledge of high speed equipment timing, filling equipment, multi-packers, and case packers
- Shift flexibility to accommodate the needs of the business
- Relevant experience in team development and training
- Respond to urgent or emergency situations outside of normal working hours as needed.
- Ability to work overtime as needed
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong planning and organizing skills
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to facilitate teams in problem solving and troubleshooting efforts from routine equipment failure.
- Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point)
- Working knowledge of the principles of 5s
Preferred Qualifications:- Advanced knowledge of high speed equipment timing, filling equipment, multi-packers, and case packers
- Intermediate technical skills in general machining processes (material selection, fabrication) and scale systems
- Experience in facilitation and team building
- Experience working in a union labor environment
Physical Requirements:- Employee must be able to work in a manufacturing plant environment
- Daily responsibilities may require working on elevated surfaces, climbing stairs/ladders, kneeling, bending, squatting, stooping, lift up to 50 pounds, crawling under equipment, wearing fall protection and required PPE
- Standing/walking for extended periods of time
- Sitting for periods of time working in front of a computer screen.
At VVF, our people are what make the difference. Benefits for this position include medical, dental and vision insurance available on day 1 of employment. Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverages are provided and paid for by the company. We offer a company match on employee contributions into our available 401(k) retirement plan. Enjoy company paid holidays and vacation time as well as a business casual work environment.
