Job Information
Mustad USA Technical Manager in Forest Lake, Minnesota
Hiring Bonus : $1,000 after 90 days and $1,000 after 1 year
Position Overview
The Technical Manager provides oversight and management of the Maintenance, Machine and Tooling shops, ensuring all production equipment and tooling meets production capabilities and requirements efficiently, consistently, and safely according to Mustad goals and objectives. This role champions a culture of continuous improvement and a “Lean” philosophy. Demonstrates Mustad values, showing respect for and engagement with co-workers, especially as they contribute to a quality product and organization success.
Essential Job Functions ( required duties and responsibilities)
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Plans and implements a preventive maintenance plan and corrective maintenance activities for production assets and buildings, identifying internal/external technical assistance and resources required.
Evaluates and defines current machine and tool capabilities, proposing improvements and/or changes of machinery and auxiliary equipment and processes utilizing appropriate Lean techniques, reliability center maintenance (RCM), and zero failure analysis (ZFA) approaches.
Installs and conducts start-up of new equipment, following manufacturers’ specifications and all internal safety and SOP regulations and procedures, including Mustad Performance System (MPS), a Lean system.
Manages the manufacturing of tooling and spare parts, ensuring optimal cost effectiveness, quality, and delivery.
Manages all technical information related with maintenance and machine shop, including the use of maintenance and machine shop software; maintains and updates all technical, safety, and vendor information for machines and parts; also prepares weekly progress reports and maintenance logs.
Supervises direct reports; trains, coaches, monitors and provides feedback for process improvement and problem resolution. Conducts performance reviews.
Contributes to budgeting and planning, tracking expenses and utilizing cost-benefits analyses.
P rovides other support to management as requested and needed.
Education, Experience, and Skills Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, robotics, electrical engineering, or a related field. Engineering degree.
10+ years’ experience leading maintenance, machine shop, and engineering teams
Proven expertise in manufacturing processes, machine shop (CNC machines), RCM (reliability-centered maintenance), lean manufacturing, ISO & HSE standards
Working knowledge of equipment, techniques, and design procedures for a variety of manufactured products
Working knowledge of CNC machines, master CAM, Solid-, and design procedures for a variety of manufactured products
Proven experience in project planning and management
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
Desirable Skills/Attributes (preferred but not required)
Strong mathematical skills, with an emphasis on calculus, statistics, and applications of both
Ability to communicate critical and supportive feedback verbally and in writing
Strong excel, Power-BI, Scada, and data analysis skills
Physical Demands
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Frequent standing and walking
Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.
Work Environment
Office setting in manufacturing/distribution facility environment
Infrequent domestic and international travel
Exposure to plant and warehouse environment, including heat, humidity, dust fumes, gases, toxic/caustic chemicals, airborne particles, and significantly loud noise; Exposure to moving mechanical parts online, as well as moving equipment throughout the factory or warehouse
Mandatory use of company-provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Additional Information
Essential job functions and education, experience, and skills sections are representative of the minimum levels of education, experience, and skills required to perform the vital duties of this position. The aforementioned shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation. Mustad USA, Inc. reserves the right to revise or change essential position functions and/or required duties and responsibilities as the need arises. The position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
Department
Production
Employment Type
Full-Time White Collar
Minimum Experience
Manager/Supervisor
