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Manufacturing Management Opportunity

Pioneer Metal Finishing is the leading surface engineering company in North America. For over 75 years, we've delivered consistent, quality metal finishing solutions for mission-critical applications. Our advanced surface modification technologies and scalable execution improve the performance of mission-critical products and enhance brand value for companies in the healthcare, aerospace, automotive, and industrial markets. We encourage you to learn more about opportunities with Pioneer Metal Finishing and join our team today!

Job Summary

Instruct, train, and coach maintenance personnel in all aspects of the job, including the proper maintenance techniques, safety requirements, and plant operations. Performs maintenance, installations, and repairs of equipment and building support systems that are necessary to the operation of the plant and offices at the facility. Provides direct supervision for hourly employees within their department.

Essential Job Duties/Responsibilities

Accountable for maintaining the department's annual budget, ongoing PO processing, and vendor approval.

Works with the other divisions as necessary to ensure full maintenance training and support throughout the company.

Accountable for all OSHA-required safety training and administration within the department.

Works closely with outside vendors to ensure issues are resolved immediately.

Works on job duties and assignments as they relate to maintenance, repair, installing, fabricating, adjusting, troubleshooting, and any other maintenance duties as needed.

Responsible for scheduled preventive maintenance checks.

Responsible for departmental inventory control.

Diagnose and resolve equipment malfunctions and operating difficulties.

Perform mechanical, electrical, and plumbing operations.

Performs start-up and shutdown functions on plant equipment and facilities as required.

Respond to emergency calls on a twenty-four-hour basis.

Works consistently to resolve cited safety issues promptly.

Responsible for maintaining departmental documentation as required.

Always working safely in compliance with OSHA safety and EPA regulations.

Adheres to all Quality System procedures and work instructions.

Participate in the handling, labeling, containment, and disposal of hazardous waste.

Performs other miscellaneous job duties and related functions as needed.

Supervises, develops, and coaches team leads in all aspects of the job, including the proper techniques, work instructions, production methods, quality assurance, and plant operation.

Maintains strong relationships with employees including continuous communication and performance feedback to recognize contributions and address performance gaps.

Responsible for the achievement of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)/goals in collaboration with other internal departments.

Promotes communication and teamwork with a focus on safety, quality, efficiency, and good housekeeping throughout the plant.

Works in conjunction with Human Resources on all personnel issues including performance management and necessary disciplinary actions defined in the Pioneer Metal Finishing handbook.

Conducts annual and periodic performance reviews in alignment with company processes and timeframes. Includes recommending pay increases within company guidelines.

Develops job-specific training content and supports on-the-job training programs and ensures compliance for training completion of required programs.

Ensures workforce adheres to policies of the company handbook.

Ensures department team understands and delivers on customer expectations Including both internal and external customers.

Represents the company professionally when always interacting with customers and vendors.

Assists in planning labor requirements, adjusting as necessary to maintain flexibility to meet customer needs. Manages labor costs within budget.

Identifies opportunities for improvement and potential solutions to close the gap. Engages team members in implementing process improvements. Understands how to elevate large opportunities to key stakeholders within the organization.

Performs other miscellaneous job duties and related functions as needed.

Work Environment

Sharp parts, sharp tooling, heaving carts, seasonal high temperature, and humidity levels, moderate noise levels, limited hand and air tool use, compressed air (must use hearing protection).

Must be able to wear respiratory protection when required.

Must be able to lift 30-50 lbs. unassisted.

Potential splash exposure near lines.

Various chemicals are used in the process.

Education/Qualifications

A minimum of an associate degree in Electro-Mechanical or another related Mechanical field is preferred, but not necessary.

Requires broad-based knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and plumbing acquired through hands-on training.

Minimum of two (4) years of work-related and leadership experience required.

Blueprint and schematic knowledge are helpful.

Must be able to identify and resolve problems in a timely, creative manner.

Lean manufacturing experience preferred.

ISO certification experience preferred.

Must maintain a "Hands-on" style, willing and capable of taking a lead role in technical problem-solving efforts.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively and cooperatively with employees, vendors, and customers at all levels.

We offer the following benefits to All Employees immediately upon hire:

• Next-Day Pay: Don't wait for payday; access your daily pay the next day!
• Quarterly Incentive Program: Paid based on hours worked and business results
• Paid company holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• On-the-Job Training and Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
• Fun Recognition Events and more!

Full-Time Employees (30 + hours per week) may participate in the following benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (Eligibility begins on the 1stof the month, following your start date)
• Paid Time Off: 80 Hours earned in your first year
• Access to Garner Incentive or a Health Savings Account up to $3,000 annually
• 401(k) plan with a company match of up to 2% of bi-weekly contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Additional benefits for employee purchase: life insurance, critical illness, voluntary accident, and accidental death & dismemberment
• LiveHealth Online, virtual doctor visits