Lead Operator

The Opportunity:

Under close supervision, assemble mechanical units or fabricated parts to produce subassemblies or complete products in routine, repetitive assembly operations. Use various hand and power tools and operating equipment, including jigs, dies, fixtures, templates, punch presses, riveting machines, circular shears, and drill presses, to cut, file, fit, punch, ream, rivet, form, and/or assemble. Fit, align, calibrate, and adjust parts and mechanisms to meet tolerances and product requirements. Monitor product and raw material quality. May read simple blueprints. Perform simple routine maintenance and cleaning. Determine and correct minor machine malfunctions. Mentor less-experienced peers and assist supervisors, but do not formally supervise others.

What we’re looking for 

• Education: High School education or GED required.

• Experience - Prior experience at NuSil preferred. A.A. in Chemistry, Math, or equivalent experience helpful.
• Knowledge of process production activities in a chemical or mechanical manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of OSHA, NFPC, HazWoper, and other governmental regulatory requirements (e.g., 21 CFR Part 820, cGMP, ISO, FDA, etc.) required.
• Working knowledge of functions within a typical business supply chain (e.g., shipping, receiving, order procurement/purchasing, scheduling, and execution) required.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.

Collaboration Tool: Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word).

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Must have excellent communication skills (oral and written). Must be able to read and write legibly; can draft and respond professionally to emails.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to address inventory discrepancies or issues proactively.
• Must be able to make well-grounded decisions and assessments.
• Must be able to lead and motivate staff to perform tasks accurately, completely, and on time.

How you will thrive and create an impact 

• Assists in planning, prioritizing, assigning, and reviewing the work of staff responsible for the operation of equipment and preparation of materials.
• Ensures elevated staff productivity by reviewing inspections and reports and by physically observing work performed.
• Assists in developing performance standards and the evaluation of staff.
• Provides or coordinates training for new and existing operators in areas such as, but not limited to, safe work techniques, time-saving methods, the use and documentation of run sheets, and the identification of safety concerns.
• Perseveres through various working conditions to complete tasks and projects.
• Responds appropriately to meet department needs and timelines, and to address team shortcomings.
• Provides work direction and appropriate feedback through multiple communication channels as deemed appropriate.
• Develops personal strategies for juggling competing demands. Examines the impact of current and/or upcoming changes on work group processes and provides direction to others on how to adjust accordingly.
• Responsible for training and providing guidance and performance feedback to operators within the department.
• Contributed specific feedback to area supervisors and managers for operators’ performance reviews, disciplinary actions, and terminations within the department.
• Performs administrative and documentation functions relative to the supervision of subordinates.
• Provides effective training for subordinates on equipment, processes, and procedures.
• Provides directions to subordinates for daily tasks and projects.
• Provides coaching for subordinates to resolve problems.
• Assists in employee communication, morale, and discipline, and provides leadership to lower-level process operators.
• Must be able to make well-grounded decisions and assessments.
• Must be able to lead and motivate staff to perform tasks accurately, completely, and on time.
• Performs a wide variety of skilled duties in the preparation and operation of process equipment.
• Ensuring that manufacturing and packaging procedures are correct and being followed by department personnel.
• Optimize procedures and processes to suit non-routine or critical conditions and situations.
• Ensures packaging of finished goods meets all NuSil packaging specifications to meet customer requirements.
• Maintains a safe, clean, and organized work area and ensures others do the same.
• May assist in activities related to hazardous waste management, such as proper waste stream identification/classification and ensuring that these streams are properly segregated and adhered to.
• Performs in-process QC testing and accurate documentation. Also, we can quickly draw conclusions from the results.
• Interfaces with other personnel and/or departments to achieve production goals and product shipment requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
 
The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
 
We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

Pay Transparency:

The expected pre-tax pay for this position is

$60,100.00 - $100,100.00

Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy:

By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.