CNC Operations Team Lead

Hitachi•Batesburg-Leesville, SC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

HITACHI RAIL is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated CNC Operations Team Lead who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. This position is based in Batesburg, SC. Please note: This is a second shift work hours position

Requirements

5+ years of electrical systems, electronics, or relevant experience
Demonstrated leadership skills and knowledge of machining, CNC operations including programming
Good knowledge of manufacturing methods, tools and processes
Programming and trouble-shooting experience
Detail-oriented, knowledge of shop math, machining, computers, communication, quality, safety, and team/independent working
Positive track record supporting manufacturing safety culture
Possess strong collaboration skills and positive peer interaction
Lead CNC operations team and organize and monitor workflow to meet production goals
Plan and manage material flow to support production schedules efficiently
Set up, operate, and troubleshoot CNC Mills, Lathes, Routers, and other machine tools
Program CNC machines and apply mechanical knowledge to produce precision parts
Work independently and manage multiple tasks of varying complexity and completion stages
Develop and implement workforce procedures and performance measurements to support quality production
Provide training and guidance to team members to improve skills and performance
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Use SAP and Microsoft Office applications proficiently to support operations and reporting

Responsibilities

Lead production staff and organize and monitor workflow
Plan and manage direct material flow to achieve production schedules
Maintain a professional, effective and efficient work force through the development of staff
Develop, enforce, and maintain workforce procedures, processes and measurements that contribute to the quality of Hitachi Rail productions
Enforce and maintain a safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all control points, equipment, and resources, and maintaining compliance with established policies and procedures
Identify, advise, and administer necessary training to develop and improve necessary work skills
Foster employee involvement in achieving quality improvements, provide regular feedback and active support in pursuit of quality and performance objectives
Completes production plan by scheduling and assigning personnel, accomplishing work results, establishing priorities, monitoring progress, revising schedules, resolving problems, and reporting results of the processing flow on shift production summaries
Set-up and trouble shoot machine operations