Team Leader - Machinist

The Bradbury Co., Inc. is recognized around the world as the leader in quality roll forming solutions. We are a family-owned company located in Moundridge, KS. Our headquarters in Moundridge employs around 350 employees. Join our team!

SUMMARY
Supervise the 2nd shift Machine Shop employees while also operating a variety of machinery and equipment, including CNC, to process work pieces to print or job order specifications. Troubleshoot and develop solutions to product and manufacturing problems.

LOCATION
Moundridge, KS

HOURS
2nd Shift: 3:30 pm - 2:00 am (extra 10% differential offered) Monday - Thursday

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Plan and prioritize work for each employee in assigned areas
• Responsible for meeting or exceeding due dates per the weekly project schedule
• Maintain a steady efficient throughput of work based on the project schedule
• Work with Planning, Engineering, and other Plant leaders to overcome obstacles and improve processes
• Responsible for providing a clean area that is safe and organized
• Responsible for maintaining the correct amount of consumables and operating supplies
• Develop and maintain a good working relationship with all members of the Company
• Develop machining processes and improvements with associated departments
• Maintain knowledge and skills in the cutting edge of machining cutting technology
• Train and develop machining skills for employees
• Maintain and train on the skills of supervision and leadership
• Manage and maintain the department in the absence of the Plant Manager
• Work along with employees as needed to meet due dates
• Work extended hours to meet due dates when necessary
• Responsible for completing employee performance reviews for assigned bay(s)
• Responsible for the accuracy of all machined parts produced per print from assigned operators
• Monitor stock Inventory levels
• Perform recommendations for engineering design
• Perform conflict resolution
• Perform other duties as assigned

SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED/PREFERRED

• Able to use and understand all precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to modify and rewrite CNC programs
• Understanding of basic metallurgy and materials
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Basic math, fractions, and decimals
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, bills of material, setup sheets, etc.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to run multiple machines and work in a variety of work centers.
• Produce strong effective supervisory and leadership abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, urgent work environment.

EDUCATION/TRAINING REQUIRED/PREFERRED

• Prefer successful completion of related coursework at a trade or technical school
• Prefer proven experience in machining field

OTHER REQUIREMENTS/PREFERENCES

• Requires a strong, related work history.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Takes initiative for personal development and outside training
• Is consistently at work on time and ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent
• Follows instructions, and responds to management direction.
• Takes responsibility for own actions
• Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals
• Completes tasks on time
• Quality focus
• Offers suggestions and participates in continuous improvement activities
• Possess an innate desire to learn and is inquisitive
• Team-oriented and able to work well with others
• Self-motivated and able to work with no supervision
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with department managers, employees, customers, and professional colleagues
• Must supply own hand tools

BENEFITS

• Competitive salary with annual performance evaluations
• Health Insurance
  • Health, dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance
  • No Waiting Period
  • Coverage starts on the first of the next month following day 1 of employment
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Roth & 401(k) + Company Match
• PTO
  • All new hires start with 80 hours of PTO on Day 1
• Paid Holidays
• Safety Shoe Allowance of $150/yr
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Reduced Fee Child Care at Cradle to Crayons in Moundridge