This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For moreinformation, please see:https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/11563986 Dexter MagneticTechnologies supplies specialized magnetic solutions and components todemanding applications in the medical, aerospace, defense, semiconductormanufacturing, oil and gas, and industrial end markets. Dextersengineers solve complex customer problems with innovative solutions,winning business based on quality, customer support, and applicationengineering expertise.

　　For more information on Dexter Magnetic Technologies, please visit:https://www.dextermag.com/.

　　Basic Purpose and Objective of the Position

　　This position is responsible to lead the Value Stream team of machineoperators and assemblers in an AS9100 and ISO 9001:2008 compliant shop.

　　Major Responsibilities

　　Directly responsible to supervise and motivate the direct labor.Including but not limited to; staffing/hiring, policy adherence, timeand attendance management (payroll), coaching, training, performancemanaging, discipline and termination. Maintain an acceptable level ofquality, productivity and expertise required to sustain and grow thelocations capabilities.

　　Maintain a safe work environment for all employees. Work proactively toeliminate risks in the environment.

　　Responsible for the communication of daily performance using visualmanagement and maintaining the value stream board containing KPIs, RootCause problem identification and accountability/corrective actions andother pertinent information.

　　Lead daily production meeting with direct reports- reporting KPIs,counter measures and assist in providing solutions.

　　Meet and exceed department KPI targets and implement corrective actionsto achieve goals.

　　Focus on improving employee behavior and skills in the following order:Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory and Cost.

　　Ensure that systems and processes are followed to meet or exceed thedemands of customer quality and delivery requirements (including regularaudits of gauges and in-process inspection forms and trend analysis).Develop and implement continuous improvement based on value streammapping events.

　　Provide data and support to production manager and external departmentsbe the subject matter expert on value stream personal and data,including process, gaps and problem resolution.

　　Provide input to develop operation policies. Support business objectivesand improve employee engagement and accountability.

　　Responsible for inventory accuracy by conducting cycle counts andreviewing reporting for accuracy.

　　Lead production staff by coaching, counseling, motivating andadministering corrective action as needed. Plan, monitor and appraisejob results. Direct and maintain activities designed to achieve andmaintain high employee morale. Foster intra- and inter-departmentcooperation and teamwork.

　　Ensure fair and equitable treatment of employees through positiveemployee relations and compliance with labor law regulations. Assistwith the hiring of new departmental personnel.

　　Promote 5S (+Safety), good housekeeping and environmentally acceptablepractices, assuring compliance with all local, state, and federalagencies.

　　Assure timely utilization of equipment and materials to efficientlyproduce products that meet customer specifications and deliveryrequirements, while controlling operating costs.

　　Identify problems and / or bottlenecks in production and communicatethis information to Production Management.

　　Works for continuous improvement by analyzing new or alternative ways toimprove operations, incorporating staff suggestions into analysis.Utilize investigating process deviations, customer complaints auditactivities and recommendations for implementing corrective orimprovement actions within the department.

　　Perform other duties as assigned or required.

　　TARGETED ANNUAL SALARY \$85,000 \$90,000

　　Qualifications

　　Education and Experience

　　Bachelor\'s Degree preferred.

　　Familiarity with machining and CNC equipment preferred.

　　Experience working within a value stream, or 1 piece flow productionenvironment strongly preferred.

　　A minimum of (5) years experience working in a manufacturingenvironment.

　　A minimum of (3) years supervisory experience.

　　Successful Essential Skills

　　Understanding and knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Value Streamprocess

　　Dexter Leadership Skills: People Leadership, Thought Leadership andResults Leadership.

　　Mastery of Lean Manufacturing Tool Box: Value Stream Mapping,Facilitating Kaizen Events, Visual Workplace, FIFO, etc.

　　Excellent problem solving skills: uses rigorous logic and methods tosolve problems producing effective solutions to problem statements.

　　Excellent time management skills: concentrating effort on priorities andoverall planning, awareness and response to what is due now, short andlong term.

　　Strong computing skills: i.e.Power Point, Excel, Technical researching,ERP Data Analysis for buying patterns and the ability to read andinterpret blueprints.

　　High level of business acumen: Understands policies, practices,technology, trends and information and how those affect the business.

　　Works in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

　　Demonstrated history in achieving production success through leading acontinuous improvement culture.

　　Possess a working understanding of