Operations Specialist

Overview

Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. Through economic upheaval, global pandemics and changing end-user needs, they have consistently found ways to solve problems and exceed expectations. By bringing together these legacy companies, the distinct scale and comprehensive portfolio of products will bring customers more materials and choices. With a combined legacy of resilience, Magnera will build personal partnerships that withstand an ever-changing world.

Responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for supporting operations in all phases of assigned area with emphasis on improving efficiencies, yield, reduction of downtime and process improvement.  Position will establish and implement training for assigned personnel and maintain records of training.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure compliance to all safety policies and procedures. Establish, support and maintain a “safety first” culture. 
• Accountable for the safety of all employees/contractors for whom they are responsible through active engagement in safety activities and provide clear, consistent communication of safe work expectations.
• Supports and investigates situations in which line/equipment stoppage occurs due to perceived, imminent safety risk.
• Actively leads risk assessment activities for their area of responsibility by driving prioritized corrective and preventative actions to eliminate/reduce environmental, health or safety risks.
• Lead all required meetings with safety (i.e. Pre-shift, Department Change Management, General communication, Town Hall, etc.).
• Completes incident investigations, root cause analysis and implements corrective actions accordingly in a timely and thorough manner.
• Understand and fully utilize all ISO procedures
• Identify and implement process changes and improvements.
• Analyze and investigate process and equipment changes.
• Troubleshoot machine issues, determine root cause and implement corrective actions
• Coordinate and assist with installation of new equipment
• Assist with start-up, changeover and shutdown of machines, as necessary.
• Understand and fully utilize all ISO procedures, control charts, histograms, CpK, and other SPC tools and measurements; recommend improvements based on statistical data and observation.
• Assist in investigating and resolving quality complaints
• Maintain updated Quality Procedures and communicate those changes with operators, team leaders and supervisors
• Generate and maintain operating procedures, work instructions and SOC’s for
• Train assigned employees in operating procedures, work instructions and SOC’s.
• Coordinate with training coordinator for additional training needs for assigned area
• Sets goals for assigned area and ensures that all employees understand and work toward achieving goals.
• Implement and maintain correct KPI status and production information on all product lines.
• Assist in coordinating planning and production schedules to meet demand
• Maintain all area forms and job related training records in accordance with ISO requirements
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field OR 3-5 years’ experience as a supervisor or Team Leader in a continuous manufacturing environment OR Any equivalent combination of experience and education/ training which results in the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Six Sigma Black or Green Belt Certification preferred
• 3-5 years in a manufacturing environment

COMPETENCIES:

Leadership

• Situational Leadership skills and strong personal accountability to achieve goals.
• Ability to be a change agent and drive results
• Strong personal accountability to achieve goals and develops this in others through effective coaching and delegation.
• Proactively develops plans for improvement and effectively communicates and sells those plans to others
• Ability to deliver committed performance indicators. Initiates corrective action, anticipates issues, and develops contingency plans
• Strong organizational skill to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Considers and formulates new ways to exceed company objectives.
• Takes responsibility for actions, respects confidentiality, completes commitments on time, and uses data to support decisions

Initiative 

• Proactively seeks and seizes opportunities to improve the company’s offerings and overall positioning.
• Develops and refines action plans to achieve declared objectives.
• Effectively communicates / sells those plans to others, gathers and incorporates further input where appropriate and then implements action steps efficiently and prudently.
• Self-motivated to improve processes and performance. Can adapt and reapply new ideas and methods to improve team/plant performance
• Pursues training and development opportunities to continuously build knowledge and skills.
• Strong sense of urgency

Managing People 

• Effective communication skills, written and oral, including presentation skills, technical and program writing, and the ability to communicate with all levels of management and employees.

Team Work 

• Balances team and individual responsibilities;
• Recognizes accomplishments of other associates.
• Offers constructive feedback and advice to fellow associates in a tactful manner.
• Accepts and considers feedback and advice to enhance probability of desired outcomes.
• Partners and works effectively across all functions and levels.
• Works effectively with others to achieve performance goals
• Effectively promotes teamwork and possesses strong teambuilding skills.

Oral & Written Communication

• Speaks and writes clearly and persuasively. Responds well to questions. Employs active listening skills.
• Demonstrates presentation skills; Presents information, ideas, conclusions and abstract concepts concisely and effectively.
• Can interface effectively with customers, vendors, contractors and senior leaders.

Problem Solving 

• Gathers and analyzes information skillfully and efficiently.
• Prioritizes and identifies causal connections, related issues and actionable alternatives.
• Applies practical criteria to decision alternatives in order to choose course of action.
• Considers and articulates implications for implementation.

Technical Skills

• Detailed knowledge of the company and product technologies, data analysis skills, broad understanding of related technologies.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of standard office machines and computer software including Outlook, Excel, Word, Powerpoint.
• Knowledge of standard accepted troubleshooting, repair, reliability and effective planning & labor utilization strategies.
• Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA and EPA laws, standards and regulations governing manufacturing sites (29 CFR 1910).
• Working knowledge of manufacturing industry (non-woven or textile-related preferred).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional negotiation skills
• Strong coordination ability to ensure effective and efficient utilization of resources.
• Compile and use data and proven methods to analyze, troubleshoot, and develop solutions to problems.

Change Management

• Champions change initiatives as needed.
• Adapts to shifts in marketplace and to organizational change as required.

Business Acumen

• Continually improves knowledge of suppliers and technologies.
• Connects all decisions and activities to people, customers, strategic initiatives, and the P&L.

Other.

• Ability to work outside normal business hours to include evenings, nights, and weekends.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality as needed.
• Residency Required: Must be eligible to work in the United States.
• Language: English required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical demands:  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects or tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; talk or hear.  The employee will periodically climb up to three levels above floor level and occasionally up to 200 feet.  The employee will periodically be required to enter permit required confined spaces.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 35.  Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

Work environment:  While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time; dust; heat; humidity, odors.  The noise level in the work environment varies and hearing protection is required in some work areas.  The employee is frequently exposed to high speed machinery with open inward rolls, high temperature surfaces and moving lift truck traffic.