Job Information
Dairy Farmers of America Production Support Specialist in Schulenburg, Texas
Job Description
Working independently or as part of a cross functional team, utilize mechanical and electrical skills to detect, analyze, and improve processing operations on two established product lines. Develop, determine, standardize, and document solutions to engineering problems and issues encountered in the manufacturing processes. Work closely with product development, continuous improvement, operational and corporate engineering units within the division to analyze equipment, specifications, drawings, and other data to improve production processes to meet the goals of the company and its customers. Analyze existing production processes and develop recommendations for changes to working methods or operation sequences that will minimize risks, costs, and waste; increase yields and productivity; and improve the quality and consistency of finished products.
Requirements
Education and Experience
3-5 years of relevant experience and a broad understand of acidified and low acid food manufacturing
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
Certification in Process Technology Preferred
Lean Manufacturing experience preferred
Ability to complete Better Processing School Certification within one year of service
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Able to manage multiple projects/tasks and adjust priorities as necessary
Able to establish and sustain effective relationships with all stakeholders in order to foster an environment where innovation and cooperation are used to solve problems
Strong leadership, interpersonal, and analytical skills
Able to lead by involving others in decision-making processes
Able to implement change, motivate others, and encourage team development
Able to influence others through demonstrated competence and respect for data and facts
Demonstrated understanding of technology including complexities of products, machinery and costs
Knowledge of Lean manufacturing tools – 5s, value stream mapping, SMED, standard work, TPM, Kaizen, Six Sigma, etc.
Knowledge of Industrial Engineering / Product Change Management processes
Problem solving and process optimization skills – PDCA, RCA, FMEA, RCM
Knowledge of Capital Project administration/project management processes and techniques
Knowledge of Process Design/process facilitation
Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems, specifically SAP
Must be able to read, write and speak English
Equal Opportunity Employer
