Fabrication Operator Lead

We're looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success - and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION:

Ensure uninterrupted production flow in assigned process. Provide problem support and coaching / on-the-job training to employees to ensure the day-to-day business unit department goals are being met. Communicate with a variety of support resources to resolve problems.

MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

• Provide backup to the Production Supervisor.
• Support the production process by filling in positions on the line when necessary to maintain the flow of work when absences occur (Vacation, PTO, Restroom breaks, etc.).
• Knowledge of Lean principles in order to lead and participate in Kaizen events.
• Be a change agent and drive out waste throughout department through the deployment of the Lean methodology.
• Able to enforce company and department policy.
• Operate a variety of equipment applicable within assigned area (i.e., CRTs, forklifts, etc.).
• Execute and coordinate employee training to ensure that procedures are followed and meet all quality requirements.
• Coordinate the timely and accurate movement of material into, within and out of assigned work area as needed.
• Drive a continuous improvement culture by involving employees in problem solving and decision making as well as recognizing them for exceptional work.
• May be required to perform additional duties as assigned.
  

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• 3-5 years production work experience preferred.
• Computer experience with Windows Word, Excel, Outlook, JD Edwards and the Internet.
• No corrective actions or performance improvement plans within six (6) months of the jobposting opening date
• No decision making leaves within 12 months of the jobposting opening date.
• Most recent performance rating of Achieves or greater.
• Successfully completed six (6) months in current job bid classification OR current career advancement classification.
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of all operations of the assigned production process required.
• Knowledge of safety policies and procedures, and ability to promote compliance with them.
• Skill in analytical thinking and problem solving.
• Skill in communicating effectively through oral and written communications.
• Skill in following detailed assembly instructions, processes and procedures.
• Ability to communicate job expectations to production staff and achieving desired results by monitoring, coaching, and enforcing policies and procedures.
• Ability to achieve high productivity by reliable and punctual attendance and reporting any tardiness, attendance issues and disciplinary issues to the Production Supervisor.
• Ability to conduct operator training on standard work to include: work instructions, machine adjustments, product quality, company and value stream policies and procedures as required.
• Ability to identify and support continuous improvement efforts with the Production Supervisor.
• Ability to sustain and drive lean manufacturing and 5S activities.
• Ability to maintain a clean and organized work area to facilitate manufacturing functions.
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing business circumstance and have the ability to thrive in a constantly changing business environment.

WE HAVE:

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day

  • At nVent, we believe safer systems ensure a more secure world. We connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high-performance products and solutions for mission-critical equipment, buildings and essential processes. Our solutions are helping build a more sustainable and electrified world.

  • We are a $3.3B company with a dedicated team of more than 11,000 employees around the globe. Our comprehensive portfolio of enclosures, electrical and fastening, and thermal management solutions dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, RAYCHEM and SCHROFF.

• Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work

  • We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide

  • Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money

• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We're known for being:

  • Innovative & adaptable

  • Dedicated to absolute integrity

  • Focused on the customer first

  • Respectful and team oriented

  • Optimistic and energizing

  • Accountable for performance

• Benefits to support the lives of our employees

Pay Transparency

nVent's pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee's work location. Employee pay within this range will be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance. Where federal, state, or local minimum wage requirements exist, employee pay will comply.

Compensation Range:

Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.

Benefit Overview

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for full-time employees that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.

• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan - both include a company match.

• Other supplemental benefits such as tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other's authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.