General Scope of Responsibility:  Manages the engineering planning & preparation activities necessary to launch assigned new jobs and engineering changes at rate and 100% quality.  Also, has lead engineering responsibility for providing support to production needs such as resolving process problems and improving safety, quality, and productivity on assigned programs/processes.

DUTIES & ELEMENTS:

• Responsible for the programming and optimization of adhesive, water jet, pick and place robots as assigned.
• Leads production work cell setups and also the set-up or running of plant service parts as required.
• Performs tool modification or maintenance as required.
• Assists with process development effort to develop optimal cell layout, work instructions, process flow layout, set-up procedures, while adhering to safety, quality, and productivity protocols.
• Coordinates internal engineering trials for PPAP’s, PSA’s, Run at Rates, etc..
• Assists with launches through development and engineering of new or changed products.
• Accomplishes the above tasks through compliance with the plant’s Advanced Planning Quality Procedures (APQP).

Continuous Improvement:

• Develops documentation as described in TS16949/QS-9000 manuals as plant responsibilities.
• Identifies and resolves process improvements by exceeding budgeted cycle times, reducing budgeted spoilage, improving process capability, increasing throughput, and improved set-ups.
• Develops and employs troubleshooting guidelines and best practices.
• Provides training for all new and existing process and manufacturing systems.
• Assists production floor as process expert by utilizing troubleshooting, diagnosis, debugging, and other technical skills to keep production lines running at peak efficiency, including focus on robots and adhesive dispensing systems.
• Performs cause analysis, and corrective action implementation on assigned customer complaints or internal failures.
• Meets with customers and vendors when necessary.
• Performs job safety analysis as required and implementation of assigned corrective actions.

Lean Engineering/Manufacturing:

• Applies lean engineering tools with value stream mapping, SMED, Standardize work method, etc. to improve assigned process.

QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Work Experience, etc.):

Minimum [Must have to be considered for the position]: 

• High school diploma or equivalent and, 4 years industrial experience as a technician.
• Experience or training using computer systems and software (MSOffice, Windows Operating Systems).

Desired:

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Programming knowledge of Fanuc robots
• An understanding of thermoforming or extrusion processes.
• A working knowledge of plant processes.
• A level 2 understanding of SPC.
• The ability to perform Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Design of Experience (DOE’s).
• Ability to plan and organize.
• Ability to effectively solve problems.
• Ability to reach closure on assigned tasks within suspense dates.
• Some knowledge of industrial controls.

HUMAN RELATIONS:

The Process Engineering Technician ( PET) works closely with, and often serves as support to a number of different departments and personnel. As a result, and in order to achieve optimum effectiveness, the PET must maintain a positive, cooperative relationship with various departments/individuals and must be responsive to their needs.

The PET interacts with all levels of the organization, i.e., with operators through senior managers.  To be effective, the PET must be sensitive to, and cooperatively blend the needs and goals of the various levels of the organization with the common denominator of ‘achieving organizational objectives’, i.e., effective launches, safety, quality, productivity, cost reduction, and positive employee/ employer relations.

Finally, in the role of a problem solver, the PET must remain objective and be able to make recommendations based on facts, regardless of whether those recommendations are popular. The PET must take ownership of the process(es) to which they are assigned and be accountable for all related machines.

Physical requirements:

Occasionally ascends/descends ladders or stairs on manufacturing equipment to assist with trial runs. Must be able to lift parts weighing up to 50 pounds across plant floor when assisting in tool launch process. Must be able to walk through the manufacturing plant and stand for long periods of time. Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.

General Scope of Responsibility: To develop production schedules, procure raw materials, ensure notification and shipment of product to our customers in the right quantities at the established delivery times, and to coordinate all customer contact on any issues requiring attention.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

Manage the appropriate TS systems and procedures needed to effectively perform the ‘production control functions’

• Develops, maintains, improves, and assures the effective execution of documented procedures needed to effectively manage the ‘production control functions’ and comply with TS16949/ISO14001EMS documentation.

Manages raw, in process, and finished goods inventories

• Assures inventory obsolescence is avoided
• Assures obsolescence claims against our customers are filed and paid
• Maintains pre-established finished and raw material inventory levels
• Implement and manage Lean pull systems.

Manages contacts with customers

• Act as a liaison with customer for delivery concerns and other requests
• Utilize customer systems (FORD-DDL, GPIRS, GPC,SUPER-G, SERVICE; FCA-SMART; GM Supply Power, SPOC, CLIPS,GMCC & MMOG/LE.)
• Review changes or launch of new product, inform customer to ensure breakpoints and eliminate obsolescence.

Monitors and informs Materials Manager on issues with key departmental measurables/deliverables

• Customer delivery performance metrics.
• Premium freight for in-bound and out-bound materials
• Vendor delivery, performance
• Inventory Cycle Counts Adjustments

 Performs and oversees various budget related tasks

• Assures bills and routers are correct during annual profit planning process

Schedules Production

• Schedules production equipment and communicates schedule with Manufacturing
• Assist in establishing crewing needs for production floor and communicates with Manufacturing
• Assures bills and routers are entered correctly on new business/engineering changes
• Contact Customer for engineering changes or launch of new product.
• Assures errors in bills and routers are identified and eliminated
• Coordinate scheduling of new items and engineering changes, trial runs, PPAP runs, engineering runs and preventative maintenance run on machines.
• Review customer releases and communicate to management and/or customer of possible shortage and changes (i.e downtime) to management.

The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirements of persons assigned to this job.  They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities and requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Work Experience, etc.):

Minimum [Must have to be considered for the position]:

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• 6 years of experience in production, inventory control, and customer service in an automotive environment.
• Experience with MRP, master schedules, SMART/DDL, and ASN experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with automotive supplier applications including bar code, EDI and JIT applications.

Desired [Will provide job holder with added skills(s) to perform duties]:

• Understanding of computer systems.
• Understanding of Releasing/Scheduling and Reporting systems.
• Knowledge of Shipping and Receiving systems.
• Requires good documentation skills.
• Requires good analytical skills.
• Working knowledge of TS16949/ISO 14001 EM systems.
• Training in communications skills, inventory accuracy, Lean Manufacturing and customer systems (DDL, SMART).

Key Performance Traits:

• Problem Analysis – The ability to seek out pertinent data; to determine the source and key dimensions of a problem.
• Drive – Demonstrates personal accomplishment and desire to excel.
• Impact – Makes a good first impression. Wears well over time.  Is effective in leading others to a desired course of action.
• Judgment – The ability to draw a logical conclusion based on established evidence.
• Planning/Organizing – Effectively plans and organizes own activities and activities of others.
• Delegation – Skill at using line and staff to get things done.

Human Relations:

• The Production Control Manager must have excellent communication skills dealing with employees and customers at all levels.
• Good communication skills.
• Must be a leader with the ability to manage people effectively.

Physical requirements:

• Occasionally ascends/descends ladders or stairs on manufacturing equipment to assist with trial runs. Must be able to lift parts weighing up to 40 pounds across plant floor when assisting in tool launch process. Must be able to walk through the manufacturing plant and stand for long periods of time. Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.

General Scope of Responsibility:

Lead and maintain an effective plant quality program reflective of the Corporate Quality Philosophy; which will achieve the plant’s quality objectives of 100% conforming product, delivered on time to our customers, at a profitable cost to the Company. 

DUTIES AND ELEMENTS:

Supervises the Quality Department personnel:

•    Identifies and secures approval for the staffing and budgetary needs of the quality department.
•    Provides for skill development, professional development, and cross-training of department personnel.
•    Evaluates and rates performance of direct reports, assure their assigned duties are performed.

• Establishes environment conducive to high performance, assist other plant personnel to understand and execute their specifically assigned duties.
•    Assures that communications to all shifts is consistent and complete.

Manages the systems and procedures needed to effectively perform the Quality Department functions:

• Develops, maintains, improves, and assures the effective execution of documented procedures needed to effectively manage Quality Department activities; perform or delegate duties specifically assigned to the Plant Quality Manager.
• Oversee plant internal audits acting as the plant administrator for this function, yearly audit schedules, facilitate auditor training, review auditor competency. Represent the plant during 2^nd and 3^rd party quality system audits.
• Assist in development of strategies to assure continuous quality/productivity/cost improvement in systems, procedures, processes and products; assist in institutionalizing the corporate Quality Philosophy throughout the plant.
• Assist in developing the plant’s annual Quality/Productivity Improvement plan; implementation and execution of Plex Modules, regularly report on progress against plan.
• Serve as IATF 16949 Management Representative. Ensure continual improvement in the Management System and compliance with IATF 16949 and customer specific requirements.
• Actively participates in the Order Execution process, assures APQP is properly executed and Control Plans are effective. Participates in the development of FMEAs and helps ensure launches are successful.
• Assist purchasing to assess and select vendors; assist in communications with vendors on quality requirements, problems and corrective action.

Provides leadership role in resolving product quality problems:

• Assures customers receive prompt, thorough, and complete responses to quality complaints, in accordance with applicable customer applications and internal procedures;  
• Assures effective corrective actions are identified and implemented in a timely fashion for external, internal and supplier failures. Ensure corrective actions are shared across all manufacturing plants and incorporated into lessons learned database.
•    Coordinates administration of the defective material identification & disposition program; i.e., the DMR & MDA.
• Monitors & takes corrective/improvement action on key quality measurables; i.e., parts per million (PPM)/Spoilage, repeat complaints
• Report on the quality performance of the plant in a systematic and regular fashion so management and non-management personnel are aware of performance and can mutually assess our improvement needs.  Report to the Plant Manager and/or the Corporate Quality Director the needs of the plant’s quality effort.

Provides leadership role in to the plant:

• Drives the Lean Program within department and supports overall strategy of the plant.
• Actively participates in the plant’s talent assessment process (9-box, Ideal Team Player Venn Diagram)

NOTE:  The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirements of persons assigned to this job.  They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities and requirements.  (see back of sheet for qualifications)

QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Work Experience, Etc.):

Minimum [Must have to be considered for the position]:

• Degree (preferably in a technical discipline) and five or more years of experience in manufacturing; or, high school diploma or equivalent and ten or more years of experience in quality area or manufacturing supervision.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Experience which demonstrates developed problem-solving skills.
• Experience with database systems (i.e. Word, Excel, MS Office, Plex ERP)
• Developed planning and organizing skills, attention to detail, team building and leadership skills, administrative skills, and ability to make decisions and reach closure on assigned tasks.

Desired [Will provide job holder with added skill(s) to perform duties]:

• Self-starter – able to work with minimal direction and has a sense of urgency.
• Understanding of concepts and strategies of a Management System, productivity improvement, utilization of quality costs.
• Training in Management/Leadership, Problem Solving, and the Core Tools (APQP, MSA, SPC, FMEA, PPAP)
• Judgment – The ability to draw logical conclusions based on established evidence
• Understanding of principles and how to interpret results for all testing performed in his/her area of responsibility; sufficient knowledge to assess the performance of all technicians doing quality related testing.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the key quality and process characteristics of the products and processes involved with.
• Thorough knowledge of all Cadillac Products quality related policies and procedures as well as customer requirements; both quality system and product quality requirements.
• Certified Internal Quality Auditor for IATF 16949 and ISO 14001
• ASQ Certification.
• Excellent follow-up/control – Insures that directives are understood and carried out.

HUMAN RELATIONS:

The Quality Manager plays a key leadership role in assuring product quality excellence to our customers, and in communicating on quality matters with customers, auditors, and all levels of personnel within the company.  As such, the Quality Manager:  

• Must be objective and professional.
• Must have good interpersonal skills.
• Must have high ethical standards.
• Makes a good first impression.
• Is effective in leading others to a desired course of action.

Physical Requirements;

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms and navigate tight spaces. Occasionally the employee will lift and/or move up to 20 – 30 pounds. Physical ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 40 pounds with assistance.

General Scope of Responsibilities:

• The operator is responsible for running of the machine in a safe and productive manner.
• They are also responsible for ensuring the quality of the product and performing necessary quality checks.
• The operator must package the finished product and accurately record all information.
• The operator must be willing to be part of a team environment by helping others in the performance of their duties.

Essential Functions:

• Follow all plant work and safety rules.
• Ensure the product meets or exceeds customer and internal specifications.
• Perform all necessary quality control testing and record all data, accurately, as required.
• Package product in boxes or returnable containers/racks and accurately record all information on all necessary paperwork.
• Fill out product identification labels and make cartons.
• Continuously inspect product for defects.
• Work rotating work schedule and overtime as assigned.
• Perform necessary housekeeping in work area.

Peripheral Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Attend all required meetings.
• Report all unsafe conditions.
• Participate on assigned project/improvement teams.
• Perform all other duties as assigned and necessary.

Physical/Mental Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• The employee is required to stand long hours on a daily basis, often over 8 hours in a day.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Possess detailed observation skills.
• Operate all levers and controls.
• Must be able to concentrate continuously on task.

Education or Trade Knowledge Required:

• Must be able to read, write, and communicate.
• Must be able to add, subtract, and solve simple mathematical process problems.
• Must be able to accurately read and use a tape measure.
• Must be able to operate a computer, having basic computer skills.
• Must be able to successfully pass all required training courses.
• Must be able to read and understand simple drawings.
• Must be able to understand and fulfill job duties in a timely manner as reviewed by supervisor.

Work Environment:

• This is a typical industrial environment utilizing moderately heavy equipment.
• The work environment at times can be dirty, hot, cold, dusty, noisy (85 DBS), and greasy, but is generally thought to be good.
• Workers may be exposed to hazards such as overhead hoists, stationary blades, utility knives, pinch points, lifting, extreme heat, hazardous chemicals, forklift traffic, high voltage, repetitive tasks, moving machine parts, fumes and heights.
• High degree of care necessary as serious injury may result.

Interaction with others:

• Able to work and communicate within the work group.
• Able to work and communicate with supervisors and managers.
• Able to work and communicate with leaders.
• Able to train others

Work Authorization:

All employees must be authorized to work in the United States. The employee must also present acceptable documents evidencing identity and employment authorization.

AAP/EEO Statement:

Cadillac Products Automotive Company is committed to a policy of equal employment in all personnel actions.  The Company does not and will not unlawfully discriminate against any race, color, religion, sex, age or national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Three (3) positions available, two on afternoon shift and one on midnight shift. They are 8 hour shifts plus overtime as needed. 

General Scope of Responsibility:

To support all Maintenance operations within the manufacturing plant

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

 Perform machine maintenance repair. Assignments will include but are not limited to performing preventative maintenance, machine repair, machine design improvements, buidling and grounds maintenance, and industrial machine trouble shooting.

QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Work Experience, Etc.):

Minimum [Must have to be considered for the position]:

• High School Diploma;
• Knowledge of basic electricity;
• DC and AC Drive Installation and Troubleshooting experience;
• Mechanical and electrical blue print reading and writing experience;
• Ability to utilize OEM documentation to repair equipment (prints and instructions);
• Knowledge of electrical controls;
• Ability to do industrial electrical troubleshooting;
• Knowledge of Plant work/safety rules;
• Knowledge of electrical safety and the industrial electrical code;
• Ability to provide mechanical and electrical support;
• Ability to fill out machine work requests completely and accurately;
• Ability to research, select and make recommodations for mechanical and electrical component repairs;
• Basic machining skills;
• Knowledge of tooling (dies and molds);
• Understanding of hydraulic systems.

Desired [Will provide job holder with added skill(s) to perform duties]:

• 5 years experience in electrical and mechanical repair; (up to 4 years of experience can be substituted by school)
• Advanced machining skills and ability to work from drawings and prints;

HUMAN RELATIONS:

• Ability to communicate effectively;
• Good interpersonal skills;
• Ability to instruct and convey ideas clearly;
• Excellent Attendance.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times;
• Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the facilities;
• Must be able to access all parts of the company equipment;
• Occasionally ascends/descends on ladders;
• Environmental conditions include noisy environments with occasional varying temperature.

* The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirements of persons assigned to this job.  They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities and requirements.