Milling Department Lead 1st Shift
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Overview
Schedule
Full-time
Career level
Director
Remote
On-site
Compensation
$21-$25/hour
Benefits
Career Development
Job Description
Job Description HALCON Furniture, located in Stewartville, MN, manufactures award-winning, modern office furniture of the highest quality. To meet increased demand for our innovative products, we are currently seeking a Milling Department Lead on 1st shift to join our growing company. The ideal Milling Department Lead will embrace the opportunity to contribute to the Milling department and bring a positive attitude and strong organizational skills to a dedicated, fast-paced team. The Milling Department Lead is the “business owner” of their area. It is essential that Department Leads understand internal supplier & customer needs and work with all parties to continually improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC). Responsibilities:
- Safety:
- The Milling Department Lead is responsible for ensuring all employees follow required safety measures, including, but not limited to, wearing proper PPE and safe machine operation.
- Execute: Flow & Pull:
- Execution is defined as: “hitting the plan & following the process.”
- Identify problems & respond with a high sense of urgency. This requires a constant focus on production.
- Leveraging outside help when needed and escalating issues appropriately.
- Track progress & share results regularly and effectively.
- Address people’s performance problems in a constructive manner.
- Plan staffing to ensure trained, qualified people are in the right positions.
- Be proactive: Leverage the ECC process, Poke Yoke, etc., to ensure processes are 100% available and capable of making good parts every time.
- Ensure Process Discipline:
- Determine the best way to do each job & work with Manufacturing Engineers to document (Cyclical Standardized Work including Job Breakdown Sheet) and ensure adherence.
- Determine the best 5s – Sort, Straighten, Shine, Standardize & Sustain – by using shadow boxes, labeling etc. Always keep the department “Tour-Ready.”
- Adhere to Non-Cyclical requirements (defined by Engineering)
- Adhere to Quality Acceptance Standards (defined by our quality and sales departments)
- Understand & ensure compliance with Quality System requirements.
- Determine a training structure for new hires.
- Creating and following Department Lead Standardized Work
- Create a Culture of Continuous Improvement:
- Work with Manufacturing Engineers to track, analyze, and communicate performance trends using SQDC Board & Start-up Meetings.
- Connect cell performance to value stream & plant to help the team see the big picture.
- Use scientific thinking to do controlled experiments on established standards with the help of Manufacturing Engineers and Pareto charts.
- Use Pareto analysis to determine chronic issues to attack with problem-solving.
- Drive corrective action using problem-solving tools (ex: 8-Step Process)
- Enable & empower the team to improve their standards (includes the use of Improvement Circle).
- Ensure the team remains knowledgeable and aware by effectively communicating expectations.
- Ensure a harassment-free work environment.
- Hours: Monday – Friday, 6:00am – 2:30pm
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FAQs About Milling Department Lead 1st Shift Jobs at HALCON Furniture
What is the work location for this position at HALCON Furniture?
This job at HALCON Furniture is located in Stewartville, MN, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at HALCON Furniture?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $21–$25 per hour for this role.
What employment applies to this position at HALCON Furniture?
HALCON Furniture lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at HALCON Furniture?
HALCON Furniture is looking for a candidate with "Director" experience level.
What benefits are offered by HALCON Furniture for this role?
HALCON Furniture offers Career Development for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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