Lean Manufacturing Manager jobs in Kearney, NE

PRINCIPAL FUNCTION OF THE POSITION

• Perform machining techniques necessary to complete a variety of assemblies

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Use shop drawings or other written or verbal instructions to create components by cutting, surfacing various fabricated metal parts.
• Lift parts to and from pallets and baskets to and from machine tables.
• Check parts for correct sizing and measurements
• Clean and prepare surfaces before machining.
• Use measuring instruments and hand tools to set up parts in a variety of positions, with or without the use of jigs, holding fixtures, guides or steps.
• Select equipment and set machine settings.
• Weld from a variety of positions to obtain proper strength and appearance.
• Fit, align, and adjust parts and mechanisms to meet tolerances and product operating requirements.
• Scrape and clean surfaces after welding.
• Inspect completed work for conformance to specifications.
• Count, record, and stack finished components.
• Perform other assigned tasks within the scope of this position.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

• Understand and apply appropriate policies and procedures relevant to the position.
• Participate in meetings, projects and activities in support of company and team goals.
• Anticipate problems and take steps to correct issues which may reduce performance.
• Maintain proficiency in relevant knowledge skills and in the use of applicable equipment.
• Accurately and timely accomplish core responsibilities.
• Attend during scheduled work times.

PHYSICAL DEMAND

• Stand for long periods of time
• Repeat the same movements
• Use figners to grasp, move, or assemble very small objects
• See details of objects that are more than a few feet away
• Hold the arm and hand in one position or hold the hand steady while moving the arm
• Use one or two hands to grasp, move, or assemble objects
• See differences between colors, shades, and brightness
• Hear sounds and recognize the difference between them
• Make quick, precise adjustments to machine controls.
• Move two or more limbs together ( for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while remaining in place
• Focus on one source of sound and ignore others
• Able to lift 50 or more lbs

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma or GED
• Post-high school technical training and 1 to 2 years of experience, or 
• Significant industrial on-the-job experience in lieu of technical training

PREREQUISITE SKILLS AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Able to read tape measures, calipers, and micromeders
• Adhere to saftey policies and practices
• Ability to earn forklift drivers certificate
• Keep equipment and work area clean and orderly
• Some irregular work hours, shifts and overtime
• Maintain cooperative working relationships
• Able to understand and follow instructions given in English