Lead Production Technician - Device Assembly
SHL Medical · North Charleston, SC · 2 wk ago
ManagementFull-time
Main Responsibilities
- Oversight of technical operators in Medical Device Assembly Operations
- Demonstrate a Safety-First mindset, proactively enforce all Safety Policies and Procedures
- Pro-actively ensure all shift personnel are operating in accordance with all pre-established Quality Policies and Procedures
- Analyze machine performance using data as well as mechanical knowledge to pro-actively address machine issues
- Be the primary point of contact for all Safety, Quality, and Production based metrics relevant to your line of responsibility
- Communicate all line performance issues to the on-shift supervisor and escalate to next level support when needed
- Appropriately manage your line of responsibility to ensure the maximum OEE is achieved each shift
- Perform weekly, monthly, semi-annual, and annual PMs as required to ensure that your line of responsibility remains reliable and in optimal condition
- Pro-actively engage with and continuously coach Production Technicians on your line of responsibility to enable them to be an extension of yourself with regards to mechanical aptitude and line management skills
- Pro-actively make suggestions for Safety, Quality, and Production improvements
- Provide oversight to new hire training with the understanding that you are responsible for the final training approval from a mechanical and line management standpoint
- Willing to utilize your skills and knowledge to pro-actively assist other production lines or departments in the plant
- Ensure operations and practices comply with established procedures and records
- Analyze and solve complex operational issues to minimize impact to overall performance of the operation
- Constantly improve technical knowledge of the assembly equipment for which you are responsible
- Serve as project member or project leader on improvement programs as needed
- Willing to voluntarily take on additional task and responsibilities, as needed, to ensure the continued success of our operation as well as the company at large
Skills and Qualifications
- Minimum 2-3 years of operating complex automated manufacturing equipment
- Demonstrated ability to progress through an organization to advanced technical roles
- Prior experience within a start-up facility (Preferred)
- Extensive technical knowledge of highly automated manufacturing equipment
- Technical knowledge of Servos, Cams, Pneumatics, Motors, Gears, Pumps, etc...
- Conceptual knowledge of vision systems, sensors, drives, etc...
- Proven ability to troubleshoot mechanical systems to correctly identify root causes
- Ability and Desire to be the informal on the floor leader of your production line
- Prior experience in highly regulated industry (Highly Preferred)
- Knowledge of SAP and MES systems preferred
- Above average communication skills and the ability to work as part of highly productive teams
- Ability and Desire to challenge status quo and willingness to never stop improving
- Demonstrated Results Driven mentality who understands that wins and losses happen as a TEAM
We Offer
- Competitive compensation package
- Modern working environment with state-of-the-art facilities and technologies
- Challenging assignments in a fast growing and innovative industry
- Position in a dynamic, international team of highly skilled professionals
- Variety of opportunities for personal and professional development within a global organization