Manufacturing Lead

Description

Race Winning Brands (RWB) is the leading manufacturer of racing and high-performance parts sold to automotive and powersports markets. RWB is the preferred source for high-end pistons, engine blocks, cylinder heads, intake manifolds, connecting rods, crankshafts, clutches, transmissions, springs and other engine and driveline- related performance components. RWB markets its products through multiple prominent brands including JE Pistons, Wiseco Performance Products, Diamond Pistons, Trend Performance, Rekluse Motor Sports, MGP Connecting Rods, ProX Racing Parts, Dart Machinery, PAC Racing, RevMax, Haltech, TSI, and TMG Performance. RWB sells to a diverse and unmatched customer base of professional and sportsman racers, engine builders, enthusiasts, OEMs, automotive and powersports dealers and wholesale distributors. RWB is headquartered in Mentor, Ohio with sales offices and manufacturing operations in strategic locations throughout the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia.

This position is on third shift; applicants must be able to consistently work on third shift after initial training.

Job Function

Provide technical support to all associates and assist the shift supervisor in ensuring the continuous operation of production facility. Assist all manufacturing associates to insure productive and efficient operation of the processes. Work with Operations Team to supervise assigned production personnel in order to meet customer demands and strategic objectives. Assist operators with technical and machine problems.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Work with leadership to ensure productive and efficient operation of the processes.
• Take an active role in team activities for continuous improvement.
• Responsible for troubleshooting manufacturing processes and providing resources for technical support to assigned associates when needed.
• Assist Operations Team with meeting company strategic goals and objectives.
• Lead assigned associates in continuous improvement tasks when needed.
• Assist shift supervisor and management in maintaining disciplines and policies.
• Assist supervisors in the training and educating of associates.
• Responsibilities will also include covering the shift in the event of a supervisor absence or vacation on off-shifts. This would include, but is not limited to, any of the following:
• Answering manufacturing questions (technical support and troubleshooting).
• Taking responsibility for the security and safety of assigned associates.
• Communication with previous and prior shift.
• Ability to work any overtime needed.
• Operate assigned machine as much as possible.
  
  

What You’ll Get

• Eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance as of Day One
• Employer Paid Life and Disability Insurance
• HSA with Employer Contributions
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Employee Wellness and Assistance Programs
• Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Company Holidays
  
  

Requirements

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution required.
• Ability to read prints and/or specifications.
• Knowledge of gauging, measurement and quality practices.
• Communication, organizational, people and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing principles and practices.
• Ability to lead production personnel.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written.
• Ability to teach manufacturing processes and document progress.
• Ability to utilize computer functions and applications.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written procedures.
• Excellent troubleshooting/decision making skills.
• Must maintain good attendance record and have the ability to work overtime.
• Ability to use office equipment, telephone, copier, and fax machine.
  
  

EEO Statement

Race Winning Brands provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.