Plant Operations Assistant

Job Description

Operations Assistant

The Plant Operations Assistant will demonstrate exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, utilizing Lean Six Sigma Principles for continuous improvement to train, motivate and engage employees that will define a standard of Operational Excellence of a Sales Driven Organization.

Operations Assistant Responsibilities:

• Review production schedules, process flow, data, and activities
• Produce products and deliver services with maximum efficiency
• Perform cost benefit analysis, ROI, and monitor overhead to assist the financial planning process to exceed the yearly budget
• Design and implement control systems to coordinate activities and production planning to ensure products meet industry standards
• Communicate with internal/external partners about product specifications, purchasing, and current production capabilities
• Maintain communication with management personnel on lean project status
• Use performance management to evaluate staff/employees, quarterly, yearly and in real time for course correction
• Focus on workflow while balancing many factors including production time, labor requirement, course of action, product quality optimization, removing obstacles, using technology, ERP system, all other tools and resources
• Utilizing Lean Six Sigma Principles, find ways to reduce waste, improve production efficiencies to meet On Time Delivery and other Production Metrics
• Ensure and maintain employees’ safety and environmental concerns
• Perform cycle counting and ensure the accuracy of the inventory
• Oversee shop equipment and preventative maintenance schedules
• Understand and implement the 5s Visual Management System
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Education

A high school diploma or GED is required; at least 2 years in an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university with a focus in Mechanical, Industrial or Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Plant Operations Assistant Experience & Skills

• Six Sigma Green Belt (black belt a plus) or Lean training preferred, with excellent organizational skills
• Experience in conflict resolution, direct labor utilization, budgeting, maintaining equipment, maintenance schedules of mission critical equipment
• Ability to identify bottlenecks and determine effective solutions
• Ability to identify cost savings strategies and implement promptly and effectively
• Requires solid written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
• Strong analytical, conceptual, and planning skills are required
• Excellent math skills and overall PC literacy (Microsoft Office) are required
• Must be detail oriented, self-motivated, and disciplined with the ability to multi-task
• Must successfully complete a criminal background check, physical, drug screen and E-verify
  
  

The Mazzella Way

Mazzella is a family owned company that puts people first. With over 800 employees and 30 locations we are the humble leaders in the industry. We offer market competitive compensation and a wide range of benefits, including paid time off, affordable and comprehensive health insurance, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, and disability insurance.

Why Team Members join Mazzella:

Team-oriented environment

A real Work life/ Home life balance

Growth and Development Opportunities including a Lifelong Learning Career Path

Humble, Hungry, Smart Culture

Market Competitive Salaries

Free Virtual Doctor visits with $0 copay (Teledoc)

Tuition Reimbursement

Mazzella Core Values:

Be Safe – personal commitment to all stakeholder’s well-being; purposeful control of risk

Be a Lifelong Learner – routinely acquire new skills and capabilities that bring value

Be Humble – lack excessive ego or concerns about status; emphasize the Team over self

Be Hungry – always looking for more, self-motivated, and diligent; do more than to just get by, committed

Be Smart – common sense about people, good judgement, and intuition around their impact on group dynamic

Company Description

Sheffield Metals International (SMI) is an industry leader in the distribution of coated and bare metal products, as well as engineered standing seam metal roof profile systems. We specialize in providing painted Galvalume® and aluminum sheet and coil for the architecturally driven metal panel industry.

Our purpose is to instill confidence and comfort in every interaction. What does that mean? It means that Sheffield Metals is committed to providing contractors, manufacturers, wholesalers, and architects with the complete package — quality metal products, extensive industry expertise, and continued support throughout the most complicated projects.

While we only sell metal products directly to manufacturers and contractors, we do offer a number of support services for home and property owners — including design assistance, contractor referrals, the Sheffield Metals Color Visualizer tool, and a large catalog of educational resources.

Sheffield Metals is proud to be a member of the Mazzella Companies family of businesses.

Sheffield Metals International (SMI) is an industry leader in the distribution of coated and bare metal products, as well as engineered standing seam metal roof profile systems. We specialize in providing painted Galvalume® and aluminum sheet and coil for the architecturally driven metal panel industry. Our purpose is to instill confidence and comfort in every interaction. What does that mean? It means that Sheffield Metals is committed to providing contractors, manufacturers, wholesalers, and architects with the complete package — quality metal products, extensive industry expertise, and continued support throughout the most complicated projects. While we only sell metal products directly to manufacturers and contractors, we do offer a number of support services for home and property owners — including design assistance, contractor referrals, the Sheffield Metals Color Visualizer tool, and a large catalog of educational resources. Sheffield Metals is proud to be a member of the Mazzella Companies family of businesses.