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Supervisor Automated Machine Operator I-Vietnam
AI Summary
Supervises a team of machine operators, sets up and runs complex production equipment, ensures quality and schedule compliance, and drives continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma and related manufacturing methods.
About this role
Supervisor Automated Machine Operator I-Vietnam
With over 80 years as an industrial technology leader, Kennametal Inc. delivers productivity to customers through materials science, tooling and wear-resistant solutions. Customers across aerospace, earthworks, energy, general engineering and transportation turn to Kennametal to help them manufacture with precision and efficiency. Every day approximately 10,000 employees are helping customers in more than 60 countries stay competitive. Kennametal generated nearly $2.4 billion in revenues in fiscal 2019. Learn more at www.kennametal.com. Follow @Kennametal: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.
Job Summary
- Prepare and arrange work assignments for the group to be managed.
- Operate and set up complex, customized production equipment to manufacture company products.
- Check the quality during the working process. Monitor compliance with quality assurance procedures.
- Monitor and comply with company rules and regulations.
- Participate in staff training and evaluation to improve skills.
Key Responsibilities:
Supervise Machine Operator including below responsibilities.
- Manage team operations based on standards: Safety, Lean, Six Sigma, FMEA, RCA, 5S, Kaizen, etc.
- Set up and operate all relevant equipment and hand tools
- Get the production plan assigned to arrange machinery and personnel in the most efficient way.
- Monitor staff and machinery during operation and make necessary adjustments to ensure quality and schedule (QCD)
- Inspect finished products to ensure internal and external quality standards and requirements.
- Supervising the daily inspection of machines to ensure proper functioning.
- Meet production KPIs (Work Performance Indicators)
- Develop documentation in production process and store according to standards.
- Evaluate staff capacity and develop periodic training and staff development plans.
Qualifications
Knowledge And Experience:
- College degree of Mechanical and above
- At least 5 years of experience in mechanical industrial manufacturing
- At least 2 years of experience as team leader or supervisor
- Technical abilities are of high importance
- Proven experience as a CNC operator preferred but working metal experience in other domains will be accepted.
- Ability to read mechanical drawings, blueprints, etc.
- Computer savvy with a good understanding of computer programming, CAD/CAM, MsOffice
- Basic understanding of NUMROTO program/ Virtual Grind Pro and metal cutting tools is a merit
- Production planning and people development experience preferred
- Willing to work 3 shifts (if needed)
- Proactive, aggressive, well-organized, and hardworking
- Ability to operate as a team leader
- Ability to learn the job fast
Additional Information
Kennametal is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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