Team Coordinator / 1st ShiftRequisition ID: 40241Job Location(s):Searcy, AR, USJob DescriptionThe Team Coordinator is a production employee that takes a working leadership role in the operation of a work area. This role will instruct associates on job tasks, complete tracking metrics,report causes for deviations, and leads problem solving activities in the absence and availability of a supervisor.This is a 1st Shift position.Job Responsibilities
Work directly on production lines at a targeted minimum 90% of the day
Lead the Shift Start meeting, confirms attendance of associates in the department, assigns associates to workstations, and flexes associates to other areas as needed when needed.
Ensure staffing assignments and gaps are communicated day to day when needed.
Look ahead to make sure there are adequate orders, parts supply, and downstream capacity to allow the team to operate at full rate when needed.
Responsible for meeting targets agreed to with supervisor by recording the hourly registration. Coordinate and prioritize daily activities. Lead, motivate, and support associates throughout the day by keeping them informed of production expectations, scheduling, and other pertinent information.
Role model for safety and ensures that all associates in the area follow safety rules and practices.
Keep Performance and Problem Solving boards up-to-date on a daily basis when needed.
Ensure hourly registrations are kept current, with deviations recorded on the Pareto Chart in order to take proactive steps to address those throughout the workday.
Facilitate Root Cause Problem Solving (RCPS) processes and status meetings, and follow-up on open Just-do-its (JDI) and 4-Steps to have them resolved and closed in timely fashion when needed.
Coordinate with production supervisor and trainers to ensure cross-training is conducted to increase capabilities of associates and enable flexibility when needed.
Maintain a constant attention to potential improvements that can be made to production processes and escalate suggestions
Ensure all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and any Work Instructions (WI) are followed, and work with Supervisors and Manufacturing Engineers to continuously improve them
Performs regular audits of associates on the production lines to ensure compliance with Standard Work, 5S+, etc.
Work with support functions (Supply Chain, Quality, and Engineering) to coordinate improvement activities requiring their support
Background & SkillsMinimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma/GED
One (1) to three (3) years’ manufacturing line experience at Danfoss
Two (2) years’ experience operating CNC machines at Danfoss
Preferred Qualifications:
Three (3) to five (5) years in a manufacturing environment with team lead experience
Equipment troubleshooting, material handling, and production planning experience
Experience leading problem solving and continuous improvement or kaizen activities
Job CriteriaJob Criteria:
Computer skills: MFG Pro, SAP, Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint
Basic math skills
Must have the skills and knowledge to run all jobs in the assigned department
Strong communication skills, both verbal and writte
Understands the 8 types of Waste and 10 Lean Principles and can explain how they can be used to make improvements
Problem Solving Skills
Facts-based problem solving approach
Able to teach basic problem solving tools to co-workers
Works systematically and persistently with problem solving
Able to motivate teams in continuous improvement
Eager to find solutions to daily issues with a ”just do it” mentality
Danfoss – Engineering TomorrowAt Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 42.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 42.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.