Process Technician in El Marques at The Gund Company

Overview

Join The Gund Company, where you will find friends who will support and challenge you to crush goals that provide amazing growth opportunities. We are in the business of electrical insulation manufacturing, but we really pride ourselves in just being a group of fun, driven, problem solvers who LOVE what we do!

The Gund Company: Take Care of Each Other, Take Care of the Customer and Take Care of the Business

Job Summary

Implement Continuous Improvement of manufacturing operations with the objective of increasing value and meeting customer requirements with reduced costs and variation.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Conduct daily Gemba walks and Gemba talks to get to know the plant team and identify improvement opportunities. Participate in the DDB process.
• Implement continuous improvement projects using tools such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and 5S.
• Interact with Sales, Service, Production, and Quality/Lean Teams to improve the quality, speed and cost of manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with different departments (production, quality, logistics, and administration) to ensure the proper execution of changes and improvements.
• Measure key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate the effectiveness of improved processes.
• Participate in the improvement of NCMs, CARs, rework and OTD. Identify common causes and implement preventive actions.
• Interface with other facility functions to implement Lean and CI program for continuous improvement.
• Optimize process parameters to reduce cycle time, material usage and process variation
• Participate in the gross profit review process to drive margin improvement through process efficiency
• Document and quantify (dollarize) process improvement efforts.
• Train personnel in neaw practices and work protocols to maintain efficiency.
• prepare reports and communication on progress, results, and recommendations for management.
• Ensure compliance with safety and evironmental standards throughout all improvement initiatives.
• Analyze existing processes, identify optimization opportunities, and lead improvement projects using quality and efficiency methodologies to achieve the company's operational and strategic goals.

Other activities:

• Training of operators and other staffs as required
• Work with Production and Maintenance to scale up process and equipment capacity
• Participate in NCM, 8D activities utilizing Lean tools
• Qualify new process, equipment and tool
• Plan and implement process improvements from the above activities

Minimum Requirements

• Familiar with CAD CAM software, CNC equipment
• Technical degree in maintenance chemistry, or related field
• Demonstrated success in implementing improvements in production processes
• Wood or composites fabrication and or composites materials manufacturing experience a plus.
• Problem solving skills including Lean Tools such as 8D, 5 Why, DMAIC A3
• Minimum 2 years of experience improving manufacturing processes and Kaizen

Skills and Abilities Required

• Ability to communicate well with all levels of the organization .
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects in a timely, cost-effective manner
• Microsoft Office skills for report writing and to analyze data
• Problem solving skills for processes and equipment
• Works well with people and is comfortable leading teams
• Project planning and report writing

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands and fingers; talk and hear.

Work Environment

The work environment is typical of most office environments; occasionally, the position will be required to be on the manufacturing floor. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Some travel maybe required

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Why Join Us?

Our employees have a vested interest in our Company’s success. The Gund Company is 30% employee-owned through our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan). Shares are awarded each year based on a calculation that takes into consideration our Company’s financial profitability, employee tenure, and earnings. There is no out-of-pocket investment required!

In addition, our employees enjoy:

• A safe and healthy work environment
• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive, cost-effective employee benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability
• 401(k) retirement savings program with a 50% employer match up to 6% of contributions
• Regular employee feedback through our IDP (Individual Development Plan)

According to the Gallup Q12 employee survey method, The Gund Company is ranked “world-class” regarding employee engagement. Please review our current career opportunities and consider applying today! We are always accepting applications for new talent to join our organization.

EEO Statement: It is the policy of The Gund Company to recruit, hire, train, and promote employees without discriminating based on race, gender, age, religion, national origin, veteran status, sexual preference, or disability.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by those assigned to a particular position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required and personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.