Manufacturing Trainer

Job Title: Manufacturing Trainer
Classification: Hourly (Non-Exempt)
Location: Rosemount, MN
Working Schedule: Full-time

Position Overview:
The Manufacturing Trainer supports operations within the manufacturing and production of recycled ingots, sows, billets or slabs. Overseeing the efficient and effective execution of training programs for new and current employees. 

Compensation and Benefits:
The expected starting wage for this position is $24.00 per hour. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility.

EGA Spectro Alloys provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays – Plus your birthday
• 401(k) with company match
• Annual clothing allowance
• Comprehensive Medical Plan
• Free Dental and Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA)

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities:

• Responsible for supervising, leading, training and developing the production line workers and processes, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards
• Lead employees and assign work to meet production schedules; provide shift-to-shift continuity and improves the Quality, Safety and Environmental programs
• Ensure the quality of our finished product by providing timely and effective feedback to associates based on individual quality performance and productivity standards.
• Actively display managerial courage by proactively addressing issues and conflicts.
• Along with the Production Lead, conduct or assist in conducting production start-up meetings that effectively communicate the daily goals and previous shift performance.
• Work with other teams to handle changes within the scheduled production run, ensure assigned tasks are completed, projects are completed on time and the utilization of capacity
• Coach others on procedures, teamwork, etc., and lead by example. Exemplify a positive attitude and behavior.
• Identify opportunities and implement productivity improvements
• Provide input on employee performance management for personnel as required and/or assigned.
• Maintain detailed production records and reports to track progress and identify areas of improvement as well as ensuring necessary computer entries and documentation are created and/or updated
• Supports development of training materials and train associates to the necessary skill level
• Improves operations job knowledge by attending training sessions.
• Contributes to operations and organization success by welcoming related, different, and new requests; helping others accomplish job results.
• Maintain production paperwork and documentation as required
• Positively communicate and interpret company policies and procedures.
• Assist maintenance and warehouse personnel as directed
• Report any visible safety hazards, equipment maintenance needs or failures, all accidents, incidents and unsafe conditions to immediate supervisor.
• Follow all Safety guidelines and procedures:
• Wear proper protective equipment and clothing
• Follow all Lock Out Tag Out procedures
• Ensure all guards and shields on all systems are in place and operating properly (report any discrepancies immediately)
• Assure that others in your area are applying safe work techniques.
• Keep work area clean and free from clutter
• Obey all safety rules pertaining to your work area and forklift use

Education/Experience/Skills:
Required: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong understanding of quality control, workflow processes, and workforce management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and quality standards in manufacturing.

Preferred:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree
• Proven supervisory or lead role experience within a manufacturing environment (3-5 years).
• Experience creating or improving training programs
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to heavy equipment and machinery.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as required by production needs.
• Ability to work in various temperature environments as needed in manufacturing settings.

Must have the ability to understand and follow written and oral work instructions, operations, safety procedures, and hazardous labels. 

Note: This position description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. 

Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the hire is complete. 

About EGA Spectro Alloys:
EGA Spectro Alloys is a leading secondary foundry alloy producer in the United States, specializing in recycling post-consumer aluminum scrap into premium, high-quality aluminum alloys. Founded in 1973 and based in Rosemount, Minnesota, the company has a long history of providing aluminum recycling solutions for various industries.