Machine Operator II - 3rd shift

Alfa Laval

  • Richmond, VA
  • $18.99 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
At Alfa Laval, we always go the extra mile to overcome the toughest challenges. Our driving force is to accelerate success for our customers, people and planet. You can only achieve that by having dedicated people with a curious mind. Curiosity is the spark behind great ideas. And great ideas drive progress.Who you areYou are a self-motivated team player with the ability to work in line with Alfa Laval drivers; Action, Interaction, and Satisfaction. You are driven and see solutions rather than problems, effectively prioritizing and executing tasks.Shift: 3rd Shift 10 pm- 6:30 am Sunday– Thursday Overtime and Weekend depends on the business needsHourly Rate: $18.99 + Shift Differential $1.00Job Description
  • Accurate & Consistent use of Personal Protective Equipment’s (Safety Glasses, Steel Toe Shoes, Hand Gloves, Uniform others as required by the specific process)
  • Receive daily work assignments from the Team Leader/ Team Manager and execute production with Standard Operating Procedures as a base.
  • Report any deviations (Safety, Quality, Parts, Equipment’s etc related) to Status Boards immediately and update the Team Leader / Team Manager.
  • Be active and engaged into the Daily Status Board Meetings by explaining the deviations and propose solutions.
  • Review & suggest any improvements for the Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Look into your own areas for waste (time, motion, transportation, inventories etc) elimination opportunities and drive KAIZEN improvements.
  • Engaged in daily & weekly 5S routines to achieve high 5S Standard and Sustain it.
  • Constantly look for the cross-training opportunities within different manufacturing processes & better ways to add value.
  • Use the downtime efficiently to learn the new processes & run improvements from the status board activities.
ORGANIZATIONAL COMPONENTS
  • Reporting to Team Manager directly.
  • According to delegation from TL/TM
  • To stop the production process in case of safety / quality / environmental deviations
  • To highlight problems and deviations
  • To initiate and run problem resolution and improvement activities.
  • Communicate with Support Functions ( Quality, Maintenance, Order Planning, Warehouse etc ) as needed.
KEY PERFORMANCE MEASURES
  • Safe working (Number of minor injuries/accidents)
  • Scrap & Rework % (customer claim, SOP deviations etc)
  • Consistency with the routines ( Total Productive Maintenance, Start of shift/End of shift checklist etc)
  • Delivery On Time Performance
  • Productivity (Reported hours, competence matrix achievement)
  • 5S Score for the cell or area, team.
  • Attendance Performance (Punctuality, good attendance, unscheduled absences, time of requests)
  • Adherence to Alfa Laval Inc Policies & Procedures.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION DESIRED
  • High School or GED minimum.
  • Manufacturing Technician I, II preferred
  • Crane & Forklift certifications, nice to have.
  • 2-3 years of experience from the manufacturing environment like machines, equipment’s, jigs , fixtures, measuring instruments etc.
  • Able to read drawings, blueprints, manufacturing orders etc.
  • Intermediate Computer Skills.
PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
  • Physical Requirements (lifting, climbing, standing, equipment use):
  • Be able to lift up to 60 pounds.
What’s in it for you?We offer a challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value. Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval’s future success. Our benefits-eligible associates enjoy healthcare, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, generous 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off benefits, and more.EEO/Vet/Disabled EmployerEEO/Vet/Disabled Employer

Alfa Laval