Job Description:

Pentair has a job opportunity for you!

Join us as an Assembly Operator Lead in our White Bear Lake, MN facility.

The Assembly Operator Lead is responsible for ensuring the production flow in assigned work areas and processes. Performs initial troubleshooting identification and resolution. Responsible for coaching, on-the-job training, equipment escalation, materials coordination, line communication, work assignments, 5S audits, and safety inspections. This position works closely with Production Management, Engineering, Human Resources, Purchasing, Quality, Machine Shop, R&D, Engineering, and the Warehouse Departments.

What’s in it for you?

The anticipated hourly pay range for this role is: $25.00 – $28.00. At Pentair, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the pay range. Pentair considers various factors in determining actual compensation for this position at the expected location. Actual compensation will be determined by considering demonstrable level of experience, skills, knowledge, and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, and other relevant business or organizational needs.
Eligibility for annual pay increases based on company & individual performance
11 paid holidays each year
2 weeks of vacation to start (accrued weekly) prorated based on hire date
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

More details about the opportunity:

Conducts start-up meetings which include leading stretches, conducting safety talks, issuing daily work assignments, and providing SQDCC updates during Gemba review
Provides support to the Production Supervisor and reports any performance/attendance concerns as applicable
Maintains accurate hour by hour charts and updates MDI board daily at end of shift
Properly escalates equipment failure, Material issues to appropriate personnel
Drives a continuous improvement culture through employee engagement
Enforce company policies and department best practices
Operates as variety of equipment applicable within the assigned work area and backfills roles to maintain flow (i.e. CRTs, pallet jacks, production equipment, etc.)
Coordinates employee training to ensure all quality and customer requirements are met
Works with key stakeholders (i.e. VSM, Production Supervisor, Manufacturing Engineer, Quality, EH&S, etc.) on improving internal procedures, documentation, and training through deployment of the lean methodology using RCCM documentation process
Perform other duties as assigned

Position hours/shift:

1st Shift: M-Th 5:00am-3:30pm, Some mandatory overtime on Fridays

Requirements:

HS Diploma or Equivalency
Minimum of two years’ experience as production lead with an emphasis on good manufacturing practices
Knowledge of all operations of the assigned production process required, lean principles in order to lead and participate in Kaizen events and 5S activities
Ability to write, speak, comprehend English
Ability to use computers and MS Office Suite
Knowledge of safety policies and procedures, and ability to promote compliance with them
Skill in analytical thinking, mathematical reasoning, and problem solving to identify and support improvement efforts
Skill in communicating effectively through oral and written communications, following detailed assembly instructions, processes and procedures
Skill in ability to communicate job expectations to production staff and achieving desired results by monitoring, coaching, enforcing policies and procedures and actively engage team members and provide the necessary support to keep the lines in continuous production mode.
Ability to achieve high productivity by reliable and punctual attendance and reporting any tardiness, attendance issues and disciplinary issues to the Production Supervisor
Ability to conduct operator training on standard work to include work instructions, machine adjustments, product quality, company and value stream policies and procedures as required
Ability to adapt to rapidly changing business circumstance, balance working with multiple tasks and be able to deal well with frequent interruptions
Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information and conduct self with high degree of professionalism and decorum

Ongoing commitment to improving internal procedures, documentation, and training in coordination with the stakeholders
Physical Requirements: Walking, standing, bending, lifting up to 40 lbs.

Pentair is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion:

With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day. Race, gender, ethnicity, country of origin, age, personal style, sexual orientation, physical ability, religion, life experiences and many more factors contribute to this diversity.

We take ongoing action to improve the diversity of our workforce by:

Ensuring leadership involvement and ownership
Attracting and retaining diverse talent at all levels
Fostering a globally aware, inclusive culture
Ensuring our practices are fair and non-discriminatory