General Scope of Responsibility: 

Direct and coordinate all shift activities through supervision of production support staff to manufacture quality products in a safe and cost-effective manner.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

• Establish and maintain a safe workplace for all employees. Develop, implement, and monitor a comprehensive safety program that meets applicable safety regulations and corporate goals.
• Ensure that product quality standards are maintained and all operations are carried out in a consistent, controlled manner (e.g. as documented in the plant Quality Management System).

      ◦ Implement SPC on all processes, monitor to control, and take steps necessary to reestablish control when necessary.

• Identify and eliminate the root causes of low performance.
• Direct overall plant resources to meet or exceed corporate profitability expectations.

◦   Ensure that proper inventory levels are maintained.

◦   Ensure that all manufacturing processes are cost effective.            

• Supervises all plant staff on shift.
• In coordination with the Plant Manager, develop and effectively implement plant continuous improvement programs and plans.
• Provide direction to the Human Resources effort to ensure fair and equal dealings with all employees.
• Ensure that plant actions are in conformance with all Company policies.
• Take required actions to maintain and safeguard Company assets.
• Represent Cadillac Products Automotive Company to the community and to other local industries.

* The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirements of persons assigned to this job.  They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities and requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Work Experience, etc.):

Minimum [Must have to be considered for the position]:

• Degree (preferably in a technical discipline) and five or more years of management experience in manufacturing; or, high school diploma or equivalent and ten or more years of experience in manufacturing supervision.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Experience which demonstrates developed problem-solving skills.
• Experience with database systems (i.e. Word, Excel, MS Office, Plex ERP)
• Developed planning and organizing skills, attention to detail, team building and leadership skills, administrative skills, and ability to make decisions and reach closure on assigned tasks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Previous plant management experience or work assignments which had a direct reporting relationship to a Plant Manager.

Desired [Will provide job holder with added skill(s) to perform duties]: 

• Experience in plastic extrusion and automotive supply base.
• Excellent planning skills and ability to effectively implement.

HUMAN RELATIONS:

Ideal candidate will be able to work confidently with customers and employees at all levels of the company.  Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills are required for effective job performance.  Professionalism, respect and authority must be exhibited at all times. This person must be viewed as a leader at all times.

Physical Requirements of the job:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms. Occasionally the employee will lift and/or move up to 5 – 35 pounds. Occasional use of stairs and ladders. Must be able to navigate various departments of the organization’s physical premises. Environmental conditions include noisy environments with occasional varying temperatures.

General Scope of Responsibility: Develop and manage electrical and control system design, implementation and change processes.

DUTIES & ELEMENTS:
Responsibilities:
•Develop electrical and controls system design solutions based on engineering principles and involvement in presentation of the solution to customer.
•Provide technical support to external and internal customers.
•Resolve operational problems related to projects and minimize delays or unexpected cost increases.
•Responsible for project success whether project leader or as part of a project team.
•Ensure all relevant safety objectives and legal requirements are observed for all work completed.
•Support plants in pre-sales technical concept and budgeting activities.
•Interpret project requirements, identify and address design parameters and engineering problems and ensure solutions are implemented accurately and within budget.

Engineering:
•Analyze project requirements and perform technical calculations supporting design including electrical requirements, robotic safety standards, and motor controls.
•Create and finalize designs to meet project requirements.
•Create an accurate Bill of Materials.
•Define equipment and parts from external suppliers.
•Conduct cost and time estimation.           

Project Execution:
•Oversee project workflow and support internal and external resources to ensure timely delivery of projects, expected quality, and allotted budget.
•Electrical, software design of customized solutions including manufacturing automation and safety systems. Able to maintain project scope and identify project creep.
•Support manufacture, build and validation of systems which include pneumatics, servos, vfd’s, relays, communication networks, touchscreens, pushbuttons, and robotic integration.
•Create documentation such as user manuals, programming diagrams, network diagrams, and electrical drawings.
•Ability to architect programs that are simple to test, well documented and versatile.     

Project Completion:
•Maintain accurate records and files according to quality standard.
•Commission customized products and systems onsite and at customer facilities.

Servicing
•Modifies systems upon customer’s request and documents the amendments accordingly.
•Provide high quality pre-project, design-in and post-project technical support to customers.
•Performs service on Allen Bradley Servo Motors.
•Must have panel construction knowledge.
•Hands-on experience preferable.
•Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

*The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirements of persons assigned to this job. They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Work Experience, etc.):
Minimum [Must have to be considered for the position]:
•A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (or similar related degree) or 10+ years as an Electrical Technician.
•3-5 years related job experience.
•Proficient with MS Office, Allen Bradley Studio 5000, AutoCAD.
•Strong fundamental knowledge of control and electrical system design and its application in automated industrial designs including specification of vision, power, sensor, inspection, and communications systems.
•Experience demonstrating an ability to efficiently organize and plan work tasks to meet company goals.
•Experience demonstrating critical thinking with exceptional problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently and in team environments.
•Experience demonstrating ability to be proactive, resourceful & highly motivated with good communication skills and to work in high output environment.
•Experience balancing multiple projects.
•Travel as required to support projects.

Desired:
▪Proficient in Microsoft Excel
▪A working knowledge of plant processes.
▪Ability to plan and organize.
▪Ability to effectively solve problems.
▪Ability to reach closure on assigned tasks as scheduled.

HUMAN RELATIONS:
The Controls Engineer (CE) works closely with, and often serves as support to several different departments and personnel. As a result, and to achieve optimum effectiveness, the CE must maintain a positive, cooperative relationship with various departments/individuals and must be responsive to their needs.

The CE interacts with all levels of the organization, i.e., with operators through senior managers. To be effective, the CE must be sensitive to, and cooperatively blend the needs and goals of the various levels of the organization with the common denominator of ‘achieving organizational objectives’, i.e., effective launches, safety, quality, productivity, cost reduction, and positive employee/ employer relations.

Finally, in the role of a problem solver, the CE must remain objective and be able to make recommendations based on facts, regardless of whether those recommendations are popular. The CE must take ownership of the processes to which they are assigned and be accountable for all related machines.

Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift fifty pounds at times. Must be able to access and navigate all areas in the facility and access all machinery. Ability to distinguish various colors of wires and distinguish electronic system sections and wiring.

General Scope of Responsibilities:

• The operator is responsible for running of the machine in a safe and productive manner.
• They are also responsible for ensuring the quality of the product and performing necessary quality checks.
• The operator must package the finished product and accurately record all information.
• The operator must be willing to be part of a team environment by helping others in the performance of their duties.

Essential Functions:

• Follow all plant work and safety rules.
• Ensure the product meets or exceeds customer and internal specifications.
• Perform all necessary quality control testing and record all data, accurately, as required.
• Package product in boxes or returnable containers/racks and accurately record all information on all necessary paperwork.
• Fill out product identification labels and make cartons.
• Continuously inspect product for defects.
• Work rotating work schedule and overtime as assigned.
• Perform necessary housekeeping in work area.

Peripheral Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Attend all required meetings.
• Report all unsafe conditions.
• Participate on assigned project/improvement teams.
• Perform all other duties as assigned and necessary.

Physical/Mental Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• The employee is required to stand long hours on a daily basis, often over 8 hours in a day.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Possess detailed observation skills.
• Operate all levers and controls.
• Must be able to concentrate continuously on task.

Education or Trade Knowledge Required:

• Must be able to read, write, and communicate.
• Must be able to add, subtract, and solve simple mathematical process problems.
• Must be able to accurately read and use a tape measure.
• Must be able to operate a computer, having basic computer skills.
• Must be able to successfully pass all required training courses.
• Must be able to read and understand simple drawings.
• Must be able to understand and fulfill job duties in a timely manner as reviewed by supervisor.

Work Environment:

• This is a typical industrial environment utilizing moderately heavy equipment.
• The work environment at times can be dirty, hot, cold, dusty, noisy (85 DBS), and greasy, but is generally thought to be good.
• Workers may be exposed to hazards such as overhead hoists, stationary blades, utility knives, pinch points, lifting, extreme heat, hazardous chemicals, forklift traffic, high voltage, repetitive tasks, moving machine parts, fumes and heights.
• High degree of care necessary as serious injury may result.

Interaction with others:

• Able to work and communicate within the work group.
• Able to work and communicate with supervisors and managers.
• Able to work and communicate with leaders.
• Able to train others

Work Authorization:

All employees must be authorized to work in the United States. The employee must also present acceptable documents evidencing identity and employment authorization.

AAP/EEO Statement:

Cadillac Products Automotive Company is committed to a policy of equal employment in all personnel actions.  The Company does not and will not unlawfully discriminate against any race, color, religion, sex, age or national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Three (3) positions available, two on afternoon shift and one on midnight shift. They are 8 hour shifts plus overtime as needed. 

General Scope of Responsibility:

To support all Maintenance operations within the manufacturing plant

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

 Perform machine maintenance repair. Assignments will include but are not limited to performing preventative maintenance, machine repair, machine design improvements, buidling and grounds maintenance, and industrial machine trouble shooting.

QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Work Experience, Etc.):

Minimum [Must have to be considered for the position]:

• High School Diploma;
• Knowledge of basic electricity;
• DC and AC Drive Installation and Troubleshooting experience;
• Mechanical and electrical blue print reading and writing experience;
• Ability to utilize OEM documentation to repair equipment (prints and instructions);
• Knowledge of electrical controls;
• Ability to do industrial electrical troubleshooting;
• Knowledge of Plant work/safety rules;
• Knowledge of electrical safety and the industrial electrical code;
• Ability to provide mechanical and electrical support;
• Ability to fill out machine work requests completely and accurately;
• Ability to research, select and make recommodations for mechanical and electrical component repairs;
• Basic machining skills;
• Knowledge of tooling (dies and molds);
• Understanding of hydraulic systems.

Desired [Will provide job holder with added skill(s) to perform duties]:

• 5 years experience in electrical and mechanical repair; (up to 4 years of experience can be substituted by school)
• Advanced machining skills and ability to work from drawings and prints;

HUMAN RELATIONS:

• Ability to communicate effectively;
• Good interpersonal skills;
• Ability to instruct and convey ideas clearly;
• Excellent Attendance.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times;
• Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the facilities;
• Must be able to access all parts of the company equipment;
• Occasionally ascends/descends on ladders;
• Environmental conditions include noisy environments with occasional varying temperature.

* The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirements of persons assigned to this job.  They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities and requirements.