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Primary Location: United States (US) - Iowa - Waterloo
Function: Operations (CA)
Title: 2nd Shift Machining Supervisor - 121139
Onsite/Remote: Onsite Position
Your Responsibilities
As a 2nd Shift Machining Supervisor for JD Power Systems located in Waterloo, IA , you will:
Supervise a team of wage employees to safely deliver quality products in the most efficient manner. Promote a culture of responsibility, and continuous improvement to drive sustainable business results Execute all aspects of supervisory tasks including onboarding, development, discipline, and performance evaluation. Implement policies, procedures, and initiatives in support of unit objectives.
Supervises semi to highly skilled machining employees to ensure the manufacture of products within established delivery, quality, safety and cost standards.
Develops and implements plans to support lean manufacturing through the Deere Production System of moderate scope.
Execute all aspects of supervisory tasks including onboarding, development, discipline, and performance evaluation. Implement policies, procedures, and initiatives in support of unit objectives.
Ability to design and develop machine fixtures or work holdings, inspection gauges or validation tools, create CAD models and engineering drawings (CREO/PDMLink)
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and apply lean manufacturing and change management principles.
Manage Tool Design Request (TDR) workflow
Plans for maintenance of equipment and facilities to maximize the uptime and utilization of capital equipment assets. Monitors and make corrections to stay within the department operating budget targets
Plans, coordinates, and performs manufacturing engineering work for a project or process.
Operates in a team environment within either the enterprise product delivery process or the enterprise order fulfillment process.
VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position
What Skills You Need
2 or more years of experience in manufacturing, machining, or operations
2 or more years of experience in manufacturing engineering, tooling, or related technical field
Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience
Knowledge of machining processes (CNC, fixturing, cutting tools)
Understanding of gaging principles and quality systems
Experience with CAD tools (Creo preferred) and data systems (PDMLink)
Ability to support off-shift operations (2nd shift, with flexibility for business needs)
What Makes You Standout
Experience in unionized manufacturing environment
Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)
Familiarity with ISO standards and calibration processes
Experience with Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement
Experience with SAP, Vericut, Creo, AutoCAD, TMR, CNC machine programs
Knowledge of materials engineering and engineering mechanics. Engineering knowledge of materials properties.
Background in Engineering (mechanical, electrical, hydraulics, power systems, etc.)
Experience in leadership or supervision of a union workforce
Experience with wage/union employee policies, practices, procedures and work rules
Excellent communicator, who thrives on solving problems and working in a team environment
Ability and flexibility to work across shifts based on production needs
Education
College Degree with Engineering or Business focus
What You'll Get
At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:
Flexible work arrangements
Highly competitive base pay
Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
Adoption assistance
Employee Assistance Programs
Tuition assistance
Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
Charitable contribution match
Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use
Vacation and Holiday Pay
$77,628.00 - $116,436.00 + Benefits
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Must be 18 years of age or older to apply
The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines.
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