Company Profile
78 years and countless innovations later, JCB is the world’s largest privately-owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. At 22 plants spanning four continents—and countries including the United States, the United Kingdom, India and Brazil—JCB manufactures a range of more than 300 products including Loadall telescopic handlers, backhoeloaders, excavators, wheel loaders, compact excavators, skid steer loaders, compact track loaders, Accessaerial work platforms, rough terrain forklifts, and Fastrac tractors.
JCB people are at the heart of our business and as a family-owned business we answer to our customers, not a group of shareholders. That freedom allows us to concentrate on developing the latest technologies and incorporating them into our equipment. We focus on what our customer needs on the jobsite – a machine that holds up in the toughest environment and increases their productivity.
At JCB, we stand behind our products – and our name.
Position Summary
This position is responsible for leading and coordinating Team Members’ activities to achieve business goals through focusing on continuous improvement and promoting a team-based culture. The position is responsible for overseeing the performance of all functions within Manufacturing.
Major Tasks, Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities
- Manage the daily allocation of work, budgets and consumable spending
- Supervision of shop floor personnel
- Coordinate daily production ensuring internal customer’s requirements are fulfilled
- Implementation of JCB Production systems
- Set and manage programs to train new team members
- Promote flexibility in the team
- Ensure performance standards are met
- Manage team and individual performance and attendance
- Compile daily, weekly and monthly reports
- Develop and maintain visual management boards
- Encourage involvement from all team members through daily meetings
- Demonstrate active listening to ensure all issues are understood
- Take responsibility for the physical appearance and safety of the work place, as well as achieve Health and Safety objectives
- Ensure all direct activities have a relevant Standard Operating Procedure
- Actively pursue the elimination of waste by applying continuous improvement tools and techniques
- Liaise with suppliers on performance and cost issues
Minimum Qualifications
- Must pass applicable drug screens, background checks and pre-employment tests
- High School diploma
- Five years of Manufacturing experience
- Two years of experience in a supervisory/team leader role
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field
- Seven years of experience in a manufacturing environment
- Five years of experience in a supervisory/team leader role
- Knowledge of Lean Enterprise, Quality Management systems and Health and Safety Programs
- Knowledge of a Powder Paint operations
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Excellent customer service skills with ability to remain calm under pressure
- Ability to handle disruptions and refocus quickly
- Understanding of general administrative and clerical procedures
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Lotus Notes e-mail
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
- Diligent at multi-tasking
Job Conditions:
- Both office environment and manufacturing/factory environment
- Subject to noise and temperature changes
Physical 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:
- Must be able to work flexible schedule, including but not limited to 12 hour shifts/7 days a week.
- Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10lbs, frequently and/or move up to 35lbs, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50lbs.
- Must be able to perform continuous, repetitious physical activities. These activities may involve fine movements or large motions.
- Must be able to grasp/pinch small items, reach out and up, and turn wrist.
- Must be capable of keeping pace with current production speed.
- Must be able to push/pull with reasonable force.
- Must be able to perform the following requirements of bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, and standing for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to work in multiple climates including: hot/cold temperatures, and dusty environment.
JCB is an equal employment opportunities (EEO) employer in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. JCB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. EEO EMPLOYER/VET/DISABLED.
JCB Inc. is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, JCB offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our website at https://www.jcb.com/en-gb/about/careers.
Disclaimer: This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
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