COMPANY OVERVIEW
Knoll is a constellation of design-driven brands and people working together with our clients to create inspired modern interiors. Since 1938, we’ve been thinking about how people interact with their environments and how their environments impact what they do. Our strength in office systems, seating, furniture, textiles, leather and architectural accessories allows us to compose integrated solutions from products and services that naturally work together.
To learn more, visit www.knoll.com
POSITION PROFILE
Perform a front line leadership role in support of manufacturing associates in assigned work area; within the defined team or area - lead and coordinate associate activities and operation. Ensure that associates are working safely, efficiently and the production schedule is adhered to.
- Responsible for the operational and Safety training of associates on team
- Drives performance - both operational & safety and reports issues to Supervisor. This includes monitoring attendance, punctuality, and participating in performance reviews. Encourages teamwork and support among associates in area of responsibility.
- Ensures sufficient staff to meet production needs, balances line to maintain product flow according to mix
- Ensures job assignments during shift support the achievement of production goals
- Provides technical support and guidance to line associates, in order to enhance productivity and quality.
- Monitors quality on assigned area and takes appropriate action to resolve issues within scope – reports to supervisor for direction where necessary
- Complete and/or monitor production charts and documentation –performs administrative tasks, initiates action appropriately as information dictates
- Evaluate scrap/waste/rework during shift, assesses causes, and initiates corrective actions within scope.
- Generates data for recommendations longer term preventive solutions for safety, quality, waste and operational issues
- Participates in CI process - leads assigned CI activities
- Lead area in absence of supervisor, including overtime shifts
Required Skills
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Should possess problem solving skills and facilitate group meetings
- Computer skills – Oracle/EBS- JDE
- Knowledge of manufacturing operations
- Knowledge of fundamental Safety principles for an industrial work environment
- Must have experience with process improvement
- Skilled in the operation of manufacturing equipment for designated area
- Some lean manufacturing knowledge & implementation
- Knowledge of ISO 14001/9001 required
- Strong skills in the following areas:
- Leadership
- Communication (written & verbal)
- Analytical
- Organization
Required Experience
- Bachelor Degree preferred, High School Diploma or GED equivalent required or equivalent combination of experience and training or education
- Three to five years of manufacturing experience preferred
- Additional background in factory operations helpful
We are an Equal Employment opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law.