Manufacturing Production Assistant

Dynamic Manufacturing

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Hillside, Illinois

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The role focuses on maintaining operational standards through 5S practices, layered process audits, and production scheduling. It also involves tracking operator training and supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the manufacturing team.

Qualifications

You are able to work independently and follow directions closely, with the ability to identify problems and perform tasks safely. You have basic Excel knowledge and ERP knowledge, or are willing to learn, and can lift up to 30 pounds and stand/walk for 8+ hours.

Must Have Skills for ATS

5S

Layered Process Auditing

Excel

ERP

Job Description

Dynamic Manufacturing is hiring a Manufacturing Production Assistant to join our growing team. This role will report to the Product Line Manager in Allison. 

At Dynamic Manufacturing, we offer

  • An Engaging Work Environment
  • Opportunities for Advancement
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Competitive Pay (we pay weekly!)
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package & 401(k) Match
  • Generous Paid Time Off, and more!

General and Task Management 

  • Ensure full adherence to 5S (Sort, Set In Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) practices at all times by daily audit
  • Ensure equipment is within calibration date and all systems are functioning correctly through Layered Process Auditing
  • Ensure all records are completed appropriately and stored in a central location
  • Ensure that the escalation procedure for quality concerns is followed 
  • Complete Layered Process Audits
  • Prepare schedules for use per the scheduled priority 
  • Monitor and report on all safety equipment and tools if they are not operating as designed
  • Identify Continuous Improvement opportunities within the department
  • Support creation of bins/labels for new and current workstations to ensure parts are always labelled. 

People Management 

  • Responsible for tracking the training of operators for processes within the local team 
  • Responsible for daily auditing and Continuous Improvement support for the team to achieve operational success 
  • Consistently promote high standards through personal example and roll out through the team so that each member of the team understands the standards and behaviors expected of them 
  • Provide documentation expertise within team, and respond to audit queries 
  • Work positively with support functions to fully define the processes/procedures/controls relevant to team activities. 
  • Provide support and input to continuous improvement activities within the team 

Relationship Management 

  • Interface with Production Scheduling to execute schedules for weekly production 
  • Liaise and communicate with other departments and ensure an effective interface is maintained 
  • Feedback to the Management team to share ideas and improve operation
  • Provide technical auditing and expertise to the team 

Self-Management 

  • Support, comply and ensure complicity with Health & Safety regulations, the Company Handbook, Quality and Environmental standards, and all other Company policies and procedures 
  • Embraces personal challenge
  • Confident, rounded thinker 
  • Is self-aware, resilient, assertive and open to change 
  • Engages interest and participation of others and has a collaborative approach to working together 
  • Actively Committed to team development 
  • High levels of motivation, optimistic and action orientated 

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • The ability to work independently and closely follow directions is essential.
  • Problem Sensitivity -- The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
  • Approaches others in a tactful/respectful manner
  • React well under pressure.
  • Follows through on commitments.
  • Perform all tasks in a safe and responsible manner
  • Capable of lifting/pushing/pulling up to 30 pounds 
  • Ability to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms 8 hours or more
  • Willing and able to work overtime and as required
  • Basic Excel knowledge, or willingness to learn
  • ERP knowledge, or willingness to learn
  • Strong work ethic / Positive attitude / Self-motivated
  • Job description is not all inclusive and the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned

Dynamic Manufacturing

Dynamic Manufacturing, Inc. is a TS 16949, ISO 14001 and Woman Owned and Operated (as certified by the WBENC) premier supplier of world class OEM new and remanufactured Drivetrain components serving the OE Automotive Industry. Our products include Automatic, CVT, Hybrid and Manual Transmissions, as well as Transfer Case assemblies, Torque Converters and OE new manufacture of transmission components for use in light, medium and heavy duty applications. Through our specialty components division, Dynamic Performance, we also manufacture a wide range of racing torque converters. Dynamic Manufacturing, Inc. - Serving the OE Automotive Industry. Our creativity and ingenuity have led us to unique methodologies for sustainability of experienced components resulting in reduced total program costs, but still ensuring the highest level of quality and value, ultimately enhancing customer satisfaction. In alliance with our customer, we have a unique ability to rapidly bring products to market due to our staff of highly dedicated and talented professionals who can turnkey the entire process in a minimal amount of time. As part of our capabilities, we possess , in house, all the necessary engineering, design and full line machining expertise to build specialized equipment, gauges, computerization and software development to successfully facilitate the rapid implementation. Commitment to quality, customer satisfaction, value and loyalty Our vigorous commitment to quality, customer product improvement, and maximum utilization of experienced componentry, and therefore cost avoidance, results in a reduction in warranty expense and increase in total customer satisfaction, value and loyalty.
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