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Set-up Operator (Seguin, TX, TX, US)

Location

Seguin, Texas, United States

JobType

full-time

About the job

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About the role


Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its
entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. Does that sound interesting to you? As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.

    1. Goal of Position (Why was this Position Created?)

The primary goal of this position is to ensure the efficient operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of manufacturing machines to support continuous production and maintain high-quality standards. The associate will be responsible for preparing and setting up machinery according to production schedules, actively performing preventative maintenance, and responding promptly to machinery abnormalities to minimize downtime. The role also involves inspecting manufactured parts for

defects, following safety protocols, and participating in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize processes within the work cell. Collaborating with the team to achieve daily operational goals and employing problem-solving techniques for

permanent corrective actions are key components of this position

    1. Requirements for the Position (e.g, Training, experience, education, etc)

 

      • High school diploma or GED equivalent and 18 years of age.
      • Required to work a 12-hour work scheduler
      • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English
      • Ability to operate basic machinery in a manufacturing environment
      • Good visual acuity
      • Ability to lift medium-heavy objects if required
      • Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment visa or other sponsorship

 

    1. Task (Description of Main Task)

      • Prepare machines for the production program by tooling and parameter setting according to work order information
      • Perform operations while controlling machine/production processes and follow documented procedures and processes
      • Inspect manufactured parts, identify defects and discard defective parts, and follow proper protocol
      • Support maintenance in the repair, prevention of downtime, and inspection of machines
      • Associates will be capable of performing complete preventative maintenance routines utilizing established checklists designed to return the equipment to its original state.
      • Actively participates in the completion of required preventative maintenance activities.
      • Actively preserve normal conditions of equipment and/or processes
      • Performs first-response troubleshooting and minor first-line maintenance activities during line-down situations.
      • Respond quickly to abnormalities by repairing the machine or having a technician take care of it when he/she does not have enough knowledge, skill, or resources.
      • Follow all safety and production rules and ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
      • Associates will be capable of performing complete preventative maintenance routines utilizing established checklists designed to return the equipment to its original state.
      • Follow established production and quality procedures.
      • Participate in the team’s daily start-up communications meeting, assign work, and establish job rotation.
      • Maintain personal OJT/IMT training documentation.
      • Ensures the team achieves daily 5S+1, Quality, Delivery, Kaizen, and Cost goals.
      • Employs various problem-solving techniques (5 Why, 8 D, Cause and Effect, and Fishbone Diagrams, etc.) to drive problems to permanent corrective action.
      • Participate in team Kaizen activities to ensure continuous improvement within the work cell.
    2. Physical Requirements

      • Ability to lift 28 pounds unassisted. Must be able to stand for periods up to 12 hours. Must be able to Push, Pull Reach, Twist, Turn, Stoop, Walk, Stand for 12 hours.

Salary Classification: SGN003

 

We look forward to your application.

Your Contact 
Schaeffler 

Guadalupe Carmona

About the company

Vitesco Technologies Group Aktiengesellschaft operates as a supplier of drive technologies and electrification solutions for sustainable mobility. The Company product range includes electrification solutions such as electrified drivetrain systems, battery management and thermal management solutions, as well as electronic control units, sensors and actuators.

Skills

Basic machinery
Tooling
Maintenance procedures