Midnight Oil · 2 weeks ago
Lead, Kitting/Assembly
Grayslake,IL,US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
4+ years expMidnight Oil is seeking a Lead, Kitting/Assembly responsible for the accurate and efficient building of bulk products into value-added packages for customers. The role involves directing employees, managing supplies, troubleshooting problems, and ensuring quality standards are met during the kitting and assembly operations.
AdvertisingCreative AgencyMarketing
Responsibilities
Demonstrate proficiency in all General Worker duties and responsibilities
Direct employees to finish kitting/assembly while also reporting to Supervisor for next kitting/assembly assignment. This includes delegating duties to other employees on the line to ensure that the next kit is ready to run
Update SQDIP board and complete basic problem solving
Review work instructions for assembly requirements. Ability to understand and communicate details of job ticket information through department software and paperwork provided
Anticipate needed supplies and ensure inventories of supply items are at their proper levels to complete a job. Notify supervisor of any shortages
May collect temporary worker timesheets and conduct initial review for accuracy
Instruct, coach and support personnel in performance of their job descriptions while running small kits
Provide training as needed
Assists in duties when supervisor is out. May provide direction to temporary workers in lieu of supervisor
Set up production line to start a production cycle, get first piece approval for each job/sub job
Control and adjust machine settings as necessary
Produce required kit and or sub kit assembly by placing assigned products into kit, verifying product quality, packaging product on moving line and ensuring product protection once packaged
Monitor lines to ensure optimum running speed and quality
Troubleshoot problems during kitting & assembly operation and report issues
Accurately complete all Load Tags and prepares product for the next operation
When processing mail ensure to meet all USPS regulations and guidelines/requirements. Applies current postage and mailing labels to all domestic and foreign mail. Complete all necessary paperwork to move the product through the mail stream efficiently
Perform maintenance to department equipment or facilitate preventative maintenance work
Track job costs/production hours as applicable
Contribute to safety goals by maintaining a clean, clutter-free workplace, report potentially unsafe conditions and ensure that the department meets and exceeds safety requirements
Meet productivity and quality standards by completing work in a timely and accurate manner
Work overtime as needed
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or general education degree (GED), four plus years of relevant industry experience or 520 hours as an Imagine temporary employee along with manager's approval to hire full-time
Demonstrate proficiency in all General Worker duties and responsibilities
Direct employees to finish kitting/assembly while also reporting to Supervisor for next kitting/assembly assignment
Update SQDIP board and complete basic problem solving
Review work instructions for assembly requirements
Ability to understand and communicate details of job ticket information through department software and paperwork provided
Anticipate needed supplies and ensure inventories of supply items are at their proper levels to complete a job
Notify supervisor of any shortages
May collect temporary worker timesheets and conduct initial review for accuracy
Instruct, coach and support personnel in performance of their job descriptions while running small kits
Provide training as needed
Assists in duties when supervisor is out
May provide direction to temporary workers in lieu of supervisor
Set up production line to start a production cycle, get first piece approval for each job/sub job
Control and adjust machine settings as necessary
Produce required kit and or sub kit assembly by placing assigned products into kit, verifying product quality, packaging product on moving line and ensuring product protection once packaged
Monitor lines to ensure optimum running speed and quality
Troubleshoot problems during kitting & assembly operation and report issues
Accurately complete all Load Tags and prepares product for the next operation
When processing mail ensure to meet all USPS regulations and guidelines/requirements
Applies current postage and mailing labels to all domestic and foreign mail
Complete all necessary paperwork to move the product through the mail stream efficiently
Perform maintenance to department equipment or facilitate preventative maintenance work
Track job costs/production hours as applicable
Contribute to safety goals by maintaining a clean, clutter-free workplace
Report potentially unsafe conditions and ensure that the department meets and exceeds safety requirements
Meet productivity and quality standards by completing work in a timely and accurate manner
Work overtime as needed
Other duties as assigned
Basic computer skills including email, basic mouse, keyboard, and menu navigation
Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and measurement
Ability to communicate/understand basic written and verbal instructions
Manual dexterity for repetitive work
Frequent standing for prolonged periods of time
Frequent reaching, bending, climbing, kneeling, crouching, and stooping
Ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds
Ability to visually inspect all work for defects
Preferred
1 plus years of experience working in printing, manufacturing, distribution, and/or fulfilment
Willingness and ability to obtain high school diploma or GED within a reasonable time of being placed in the role if do not have High School Diploma or GED. Tuition reimbursement provided
1 plus years of experience using BVM Shrink Wrapper, Tape Machines, Conveyors, Piece Scales, Poly Bagger, and Pallet Wrappers
Bilingual Spanish/English
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off
Disability insurance
401(k) with match
Life insurance
Other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages
Tuition assistance
Caregiver leave
Adoption assistance
Employer/partner discounts
Company
Midnight Oil
Midnight Oil is a marketing agency that provides go-to-market, brand strategy, print production, structural design, and audience insight.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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