What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Lead position at GoMacro LLC?
Description
JOB TITLE: Technical Lead
LOCATION: Viola, WI
DEPARTMENT: Production
POSITION TYPE: Full Time
REPORTS TO: Production Supervisor
LEADS OTHERS: No
YRS OF EXPERIENCE: 3-5
In 2003, GoMacro co-founder Amelia Kirchoff was diagnosed with breast cancer. After a lot of research, she decided to fight the cancer with a plant-based macrobiotic diet in addition to a local lumpectomy. In the face of adversity, Amelia and her daughter Jola came together, fought the cancer, and Amelia won.
During her battle with cancer, Amelia created the first MacroBar™ recipe in her kitchen on the Wisconsin family farm. In the years following, Amelia and Jola began spreading awareness for the power of a balanced, plant-based lifestyle through GoMacro’s healthy and delicious MacroBars, which are now available in stores nationwide.
Today, our work is still guided by the values upon which Jola and Amelia built GoMacro: Live Long, Eat Positive, Give Back, Tread Lightly, and Be Well. It’s our goal to inspire people to have a healthy body, sharp mind, and bold spirit—and we believe doing fun, and meaningful work is part of that.
That’s why we:
- Hire people who share our company values and support the growth and development of their careers.
- Embrace the opportunity to do meaningful work that has a positive impact on the planet and people’s lives.
- Offer competitive benefits, plus holistic perks like our Annual Give Back Day, gym, PTO, and more.
Join us as we make the world better, one bite at a time!
Position Description:
We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Technical Lead to join our dynamic team at GoMacro. Reporting directly to the Production Supervisor with a dotted line to Engineering, the Technical Lead will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and effective operation of our manufacturing processes. This individual will be responsible for breakdowns, troubleshooting, training, process review, and assisting in continuous improvement initiatives.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Production Support:
- Perform daily equipment checks and verifications, monitor equipment.
- Ensure expected operations efficiencies are maintained and/or improved.
- Breakdown Resolution:
- Quickly and efficiently respond to equipment breakdowns, ensuring minimal downtime and disruptions to production.
- Diagnose and assist in troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and automation issues in a timely manner.
- Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to implement effective solutions.
- Training and Development:
- Provide training to production staff on equipment operation, maintenance best practices, and safety protocols.
- Develop and implement standard training programs to enhance the technical skills of the production team.
- Mentor and guide operators to foster a culture of continuous learning.
- Process Review and Optimization:
- Conduct regular reviews of manufacturing processes to identify areas for improvement.
- Assist in collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize production workflows, reduce waste, and enhance overall efficiency.
- Assist in implementing changes to processes that result in increased productivity and quality.
- Continuous Improvement:
- Assist and participate in continuous improvement projects to enhance equipment reliability and performance.
- Work closely with the engineering team to implement upgrades and modifications to existing systems.
- Documentation and Communication:
- Assist in developing documentation to collect records of equipment maintenance, troubleshooting activities, and process improvements.
- Communicate effectively with both the production and engineering teams to ensure seamless information flow.
Provision to Cover: Production Supervisor
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Requirements
Skills Required:
- Proven experience in a technical lead role within the food manufacturing industry is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and automation systems is preferred.
- Excellent troubleshooting skills with the ability to analyze complex issues and implement effective solutions.
- Experience in training and developing technical skills within a team.
- Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
