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SUMMARY: SWING SHIFT OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR
The Swing Shift Operations Supervisor is responsible for the general management, organization, safety, and process flow of day-to-day swing shift operations. The Swing Shift Operations Supervisor ensures that, safety is being held at the highest standard and projects are being ran efficiently on time and within the allotted budget. This position will be counted on to execute the safety targets and fabrication targets related to the Eugene fabrication facility.

Location: Ruston, LA
Pay: $25-$30/hr plus 10% swing shift differential
Hours: 1530-0200

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Responsible for the overall Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Morale objectives of the swing shift fabrication departments.
• Lead a culture of continuous improvement, be a champion of activities and programs to drive continuous improvement throughout the fabrication departments.
• Own the communication process to ensure departmental personnel are kept informed of conditions, trends and important daily activities affecting quality issues and other business needs.
• Actively ensure the training and development of assigned personnel to maximize safety, quality, and productivity across fabrication departments.
• Perform performance reviews, employee relations activities and corrective action in conjunction with Human Resources/Shop Foreman in a timely and effective manner.
• Direct and advise supervisor/leads on production priorities, quality standards, drawing clarifications and proper safety procedures daily.
• Monitor all project manhours and budgets, reporting any variances that may occur.
• Keep the Shop Foreman and Operations Manager informed on project schedules, concerns, and difficulties that may arise during a project timeline through daily communication.
• Ensure that equipment and workspaces are properly cleaned, serviced, and stored at the end of each shift. Coordinate and advise supervisors/lead of any equipment maintenance requirements.
• Ensure work is being completed in accordance with Quality Control’s standards.
• Offer suggestions for improvements and upgrades of the fabrication shop and rolling stock equipment.
• Establish training programs for new employees to be able to advance in their careers.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Effective communication and organizational skills with a willingness to collaborate with peers and direct reports.
• Basic computer skills working with Microsoft Office
• Ability to deal with employee requests and needs as they arise in a timely fashion.
• Must be willing to answer the phone at any given time.
• Knowledge of steel manufacturing.
• Ability to interact with all levels and personnel of the company, professionally and in a positive manner.
QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDES:
• A minimum of 2 years demonstrated supervisory experience.
• Strong mathematical ability when calculating material needs, measuring tolerances of parts begin produced etc.
• Use of software, a company operating system, etc., to generate reports, and enter data.
• Certifications in welding and/or machining preferred.
• Supervisory, Leadership and mentoring skills are required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.
• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, forklifts, and electricity when out in the manufacturing areas.
• Most of the work is performed in a production/shop environment.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this position, requirements include, sitting for long periods of time, bending, stooping, crouching, walking, using hands and arms reaching for objects, carrying files, climbing or balancing, speaking, and hearing.
• Physical demands include driving, company vehicle and/or personal vehicle performing work for WPI, subject to rain, cold, icy roads, wind, heat, etc. while driving.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Description

SUMMARY: SWING SHIFT OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR
The Swing Shift Operations Supervisor is responsible for the general management, organization, safety, and process flow of day-to-day swing shift operations. The Swing Shift Operations Supervisor ensures that, safety is being held at the highest standard and projects are being ran efficiently on time and within the allotted budget. This position will be counted on to execute the safety targets and fabrication targets related to the Eugene fabrication facility.

Location: Eugene, OR
Pay: $25-$30/hr plus 10% swing shift differential
Hours: 1530-0200

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Responsible for the overall Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Morale objectives of the swing shift fabrication departments.
• Lead a culture of continuous improvement, be a champion of activities and programs to drive continuous improvement throughout the fabrication departments.
• Own the communication process to ensure departmental personnel are kept informed of conditions, trends and important daily activities affecting quality issues and other business needs.
• Actively ensure the training and development of assigned personnel to maximize safety, quality, and productivity across fabrication departments.
• Perform performance reviews, employee relations activities and corrective action in conjunction with Human Resources/Shop Foreman in a timely and effective manner.
• Direct and advise supervisor/leads on production priorities, quality standards, drawing clarifications and proper safety procedures daily.
• Monitor all project manhours and budgets, reporting any variances that may occur.
• Keep the Shop Foreman and Operations Manager informed on project schedules, concerns, and difficulties that may arise during a project timeline through daily communication.
• Ensure that equipment and workspaces are properly cleaned, serviced, and stored at the end of each shift. Coordinate and advise supervisors/lead of any equipment maintenance requirements.
• Ensure work is being completed in accordance with Quality Control’s standards.
• Offer suggestions for improvements and upgrades of the fabrication shop and rolling stock equipment.
• Establish training programs for new employees to be able to advance in their careers.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Effective communication and organizational skills with a willingness to collaborate with peers and direct reports.
• Basic computer skills working with Microsoft Office
• Ability to deal with employee requests and needs as they arise in a timely fashion.
• Must be willing to answer the phone at any given time.
• Knowledge of steel manufacturing.
• Ability to interact with all levels and personnel of the company, professionally and in a positive manner.
QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDES:
• A minimum of 2 years demonstrated supervisory experience.
• Strong mathematical ability when calculating material needs, measuring tolerances of parts begin produced etc.
• Use of software, a company operating system, etc., to generate reports, and enter data.
• Certifications in welding and/or machining preferred.
• Supervisory, Leadership and mentoring skills are required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.
• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, forklifts, and electricity when out in the manufacturing areas.
• Most of the work is performed in a production/shop environment.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this position, requirements include, sitting for long periods of time, bending, stooping, crouching, walking, using hands and arms reaching for objects, carrying files, climbing or balancing, speaking, and hearing.
• Physical demands include driving, company vehicle and/or personal vehicle performing work for WPI, subject to rain, cold, icy roads, wind, heat, etc. while driving.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Description

SUMMARY: The Process Engineer provides process and engineering support, calculations and equipment sizing for a wide variety of projects and processes such as Causticizing and Chemical Recovery, Chemical Pulping Fiber Lines, Evaporation and Heat Recovery, and By Products (Soap, CTO, Turpentine) with responsibility for quality and accuracy as well as performance budget and schedule.

Location: Redmond, WA
Pay: $90K - $110K
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Coordinate the effort to bring elements of a proposal together and provide the communication necessary to meet understand and address customer needs.
• Support project proposal efforts by developing a process scope of work and process man-hour estimate in support of the defined Client scope; Develop a staffing plan and schedule to support the man-hour estimate and schedule from concept through design and start-up.
• Work internally with our LDX experts in functional areas such as Engineering, Product Management, Procurement, and Sales
• Communicate with the project teams, the customer, other key internal team members, and related vendors.
• Participate and provide leadership in Client and project team meetings to establish project objectives and coordinate and/or resolve design problems.
• Provide technical and applications support to customers.
• Support process improvement projects
• Participate in studies, audits, HAZOPs, and inspections at customer sites.
• Support the production team in commissioning, start-up, and performance testing roles.
Skills & Abilities:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to successfully present to all levels of internal and external customers.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, growth-oriented, team environment.
• Ability to read, interpret, and edit engineering documentation across one or more disciplines.
• Excellent time-management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet aggressive deadlines in a professional manner.
• Detail oriented with a focus on accuracy and quality.
• Computer savvy and comfortable learning and applying new applications.
• Self-motivated with a desire to learn and grow in a professional environment.
QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDES:
• BS in Chemical Engineering, Pulp & Paper Science, or equivalent degree.
• 3 to 7 years of progressive engineering experience in the pulp and paper industry either.
• in a mill engineering/production department or as an engineer with a technology supplier to pulp mills/engineering firms.
• Experience in Pulp and Paper Industry is required. Specifically, working knowledge of the various unit operations such as Causticizing and Chemical Recovery, Chemical Pulping.
• Fiber lines (wood yard, pulp mill, bleach plant, etc.), Evaporation and Heat Recovery, Byproducts (Soap, CTO, Turpentine).
• Experience in a variety of technical and/or operational assignments in the paper industry is a plus.
• Strong technical aptitude and understanding of safety industrial requirements.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, etc.

Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION: PRODUCTION PLANNER
The production planner is responsible for the accuracy and timeliness of the production process. Duties include a specific focus on the materials and goods required in the production phase, ensuring the working space is properly maintained for optimal performance. A successful production planner listens, communicates, and collaborates will with team members throughout the organization.

LOCATION: Eugene, OR
SHIFT: Day Shift
PAY: $50- 65K

Roles & Responsibilities:
• Schedule usage of production materials to ensure optimal production levels
• Evaluate suppliers or quality, timeliness and match according to goals
• Monitor material supply flow and identify any shortages or bottlenecks in usage
• Identify and resolve problems relating to inventory
• Forecast market challenges based on competitor analysis and industry trends
• Address issues regarding quality and production
• Produce reports based on findings and performance of production
• Manage deadlines based on project expectations

Skills & Abilities:
• Sharp analytical skills
• Exceptional organization ability
• Proven time management skills
• Strong regard for quality and safety standards
• Able to sit, stand and move around for long hours at a time
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good understanding of the industry market trends and conditions
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, to include programming

Qualifications:
• 2+years of experience in production planning and/or supply chain management
• 2+ years’ experience in and industrial manufacturing and/or production environment
• Favorable background and drug screen results required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite of products

Working Conditions:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.
• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, forklifts, and electricity when out in the manufacturing areas.
• Most of the work is performed in an office environment.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Travel: Negligible

Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION: OPERATIONS MANAGER

LOCATION: CONFIDENTIAL; LA
SHIFT: Day Shift
Compensation: $100-120K

Roles & Responsibilities:

Observe production processes and identify opportunities to eliminate potential safety hazards, improve quality and reduce manufacturing cost.
Responsible for accurately defining, measuring, analyzing, improving, and controlling operation performance including inventory, safety, quality, and production deadlines.
Provide strategy, direction and focus to all areas of operations.
Develop, train and coach managers, supervisors and leads establishing goals and succession planning.
Lead the implementation of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies on the shop floor.
Implement, improve, and streamline policies and procedures.
Work with Senior Leadership in preparing the organization for ongoing change and improvement.
Analyzing Information, estimating and budget development, vendor relationships, reporting and documentation skills, decision making with teamwork with others with final focus on quality.
Maintains continuity among corporate, division, and local work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks and participating in professional societies.
Promote and support team building activities through leading by example with a positive attitude and by being a motivator to create a good work environment. encourage positive attitude and by being a motivator of for creating a good business atmosphere and work environment.
Evaluates offers to purchase by costing changes, additions, and site requirements.
Maintains cost keys and price masters by updating information.
Resolves cost discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
Financial - Review financial statements and utilize the data to identify weak points and drive improvement activities that reduce manufacturing cost.
Study Industry Best Practices – drive improvements to processes and policies implementing these best practices into the daily operations.
Human Resources - Plan the use of human resources. Organize recruitment and placement of required staff. Establish organizational structures. Delegate tasks and accountabilities. Establish work schedules. Supervise staff. Monitor and evaluate performance.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum of an associate degree in business management, industrial technology, or industrial engineering preferred, or 10 years equivalent experience in a production management role.
Strong mathematical ability and use of software, company operating systems etc., to generate reports
10-15 years of experience in metal fabrication required.
Project Management experience in production environment desired.
Prior community involvement with schools and other groups to support the skilled trade industry.
Demonstrate strong leadership skills, motivating, mentoring and leading others.
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
Current driver’s license and insurable driving record

KEY SKILLS:

Critical thinking and problem solving skills
Planning and organizing
Decision-making
Communication skills
Persuasiveness, influencing and leading
Ability to delegate
Ability to negotiate
Conflict resolution
Adaptability and flexibility
Ability to handle high stress situations
Crisis management
Promotes teamwork