2nd Shift_ Lead Machine Operator IV_ Onsite

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US) or vocational/ technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience
• Certification in core discipline with 4-5 months of employment.
• Certification on multiple programs labeled as moderate to difficult in degree of complexity.

• Communicates effectively across disciplines and cells and with all levels to resolve issues quickly.
• Critical thinking- uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Demonstrated skill in executing specific goals and plans to prioritize organize and accomplish daily goals working at times with little or no supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to train, mentor, and help others to improve their knowledge of skills, respected by their peers by setting the example for hard work and ethics.
• Moderate proficiency of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• General awareness of production processes, quality control, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Working knowledge of continuous improvement tools and processes.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing machines and tools, including their designs, uses, rep[air, and maintenance, considered a technical expert in at least one discipline.
• Is capable of working on multiple complex programs in primary discipline and capable of working on several moderate programs in primary or additional disciplines.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of employees and management.

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The working lead will spend a majority of the time performing manufacturing tasks, demonstrating a high level of proficiency on multiple programs and/or disciplines of moderate to complex difficulty and is considered a subject matter expert (level III) in primary discipline. Operates as a main point of contact for OJT training and auditing process as well as mentors new and current employees. Collaborates with support staff to achieve On Time Delivery, Inventory, Cost of Poor Quality, Efficiency, and company goals.

• →Interprets blueprints, work orders, engineering plans, specifications, reference planes, designs sketches and geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T) for operation, material, and dimensional requirements.
• →Assembles, repairs, and fabricates metal parts into sub-units or complete units using operating mechanical equipment.
• →Takes measurements of material and selects appropriate machines for the process.
• →Performs machining setups and makes adjustments as required.
• →Conducts inspections of work produced.
• →Checks SPC charts for frequency of checks, gauging and measurements.
• →Keeps records and maintains quality/safety standards.
• →Exhibits RTX Leadership Behaviors and Values.
• →Supports and follows all rules/guidelines/standards set by EHS, Quality and CI functions as set by assigned leader and position.
• →Perform other duties as assigned including working extended shifts/overtime as required by the business.
• →The schedule for this position is 2nd shift Monday through Friday 3:30pm – 12:00am . Training however will be the first 2-3 months Monday through Friday, 7am - 3:30pm.

• →Communicate with team daily to review safety topics, flow down information, and escalate issues.
• →Attend daily tier I meetings with supervisor and cell leadership to escalate issues/help needed.
• →Collaborate with planners and supervisors to set priorities for cell.
• →Respond to ANDONs as first line of defense.
• →Troubleshoot equipment/operator issues.
• →Support first piece sheets if needed.
• →Train new employees and make recommendations to leadership if training gaps exist.
• →Help drive productivity metrics and OTD in cell.
• →Ensure all employees have the necessary tools and equipment to complete daily operations.
• →Recommend process improvements to leadership.
• →Strong interpersonal skills and working relationships with all team members.