Cleveland, TN

Production Coordinator - Orange Shift

Must be available to work a rotating 12-hour shift. Additional shift rotation details will be provided in the interview process.

The Production Coordinator works directly with the Production Leader to create the daily and weekly production plan and supports the execution of the plan focused on associate capability and flawless execution. As the key trainer and equipment/machinery expert of an assigned area, the Production Coordinator is responsible to build operator capability, problem solving and technical understanding across teams and shifts. In the absence of the Production Leader, the Production Coordinator performs the duties of the role demonstrating the necessary leadership behaviors. As the subject matter expert of the Autonomous Maintenance (AM) and Daily Management Systems (DMS), the Production Coordinator provides guidance and training to Associates in these areas of expertise; including DMS, Clean Inspect Lubricate (CIL), Centerlines (CL’s), Abnormality Handling, and 5S.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Drives loss elimination of raw ingredients, packaging material, and finished goods through observation of production operations and by analyzing loss data to recommend solutions.
• Recommends to the Production Leader areas of opportunity to improve Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as productivity, quality, safety, etc.
• Participates in the execution of planned production “stops” to perform regular maintenance or other routine activities; coach operators on the effectiveness of proactive planning verses unplanned breakdowns.
• Influences and mentors Associates on their self-development and business objectives.
• Maintains Level 4 Step Up Cards (SUCs).
• May relieve operators as needed within assigned production areas.
• Works Independently within established procedures and practices

Job Specifications/Qualifications

1. Education & Professional Qualification

Associate Degree in a technical field of study and 2 years’ experience in a TPM/technical, manufacturing environment OR 5+ years of experience in manufacturing with progressive levels of responsibility Certified Trainer (Daily Management System (DMS) Autonomous Maintenance (AM), Problem solving, etc.)

2. Knowledge & Experience

Has the ability to operate and knowledge to manage the operations of all the production equipment of multiple production areas within a factory Complete all the necessary training and requirements to become a recognized Autonomous Maintenance Coach within the AM Pillar Able to operate all the equipment in an assigned area to effectively train other Associates Has advanced skills, typically gained through a combination of job-related training and considerable work experience Demonstrated experience in leading change and situational leadership. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Proficient in MS Office (Excel to capture and analyze data and PowerPoint to deliver presentations and training) and SAP.