Lead a team of mechanics while still doing hands-on plate heat exchanger (PHE) inspection and repair work (roughly a 60/40 lead-to-wrench split) at Alfa Laval, a global industrial technology company focused on solutions in energy, food, water and shipping. It’s an on-site role in Greer, SC with strong benefits and an added stipend for the team lead duties.
- Team lead stipend available
- Healthcare, dental and vision plans
- 401(k), PTO and paid holidays
As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.
Who you are
You are a self-motivated team player with the ability to work in line with Alfa Laval drivers: Action, Interaction, and Satisfaction. You are driven and see solutions rather than problems, effectively prioritizing and executing tasks.
About the job
As an integral member of our team, you will play a pivotal role in leading a team of mechanics as well as performing mechanics duties, on an approximate 60/40 split, acting as the go-to resource for all PHE inspections, supply scope, repair processes, and documentation. This is an unique opportunity for who has great planning, coordination and interpersonal skills and highly enjoys hands-on work. Currently, this is an on-site opportunity located in Greer, SC.
As a part of the team, you will:
- Review, plan, coordinate and support the daily work of the cell with continuous focus on our priorities
- Run the daily shift startup meeting
- Utilize TWI Job Instruction and Job Relations methodology to train and develop the team
- Serve as liaison between the Service Center Shop and the Support Functions
- Participate in the creation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) and perform SOP audit dialogues to ensure conformance to the standards and facilitate improvements
- Drive daily Performance Meetings and weekly Improvement Meetings in the cell
- Participate in projects and initiatives as needed
- Participate in all aspects of the Problem Resolution Process to help determine root cause of problems and create sustainable solutions
- Disassemble, inspect, measure and assemble products and subassemblies to bring them up to specification standards.
- Work from drawings, parts list, blueprints, charts, tables and graphs to evaluate and estimate repair cost, time and materials or parts needed to repair assemblies and subassemblies
- Must be able to setup, assemble and test equipment
- Uncrate, clean, strip and tear down units
- Diagnoses, checks and corrects mechanical functions through adjustments, using various tools and approved repair methods
- Assist in workflow process, oversee utilization of jobs to ensure time is allocated correctly, assures repairs are completed correctly and on time
What you know:
You have a High School or GED equivalent, strong written and verbal communication skills, a respectful approach to working with others, and prior experience with:
- Hands-on PHE service/repair experience
- Basic Personal Computer skills with demonstrated ability in ALSO, Monday, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft Office
- Demonstrated commitment to Alfa Laval Production System (ALPS), including 5S, Cell Status Boards, PRP and KPI Boards
- Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills
What's in it for you?
We offer a challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value. Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval's future success. Our benefits-eligible associates enjoy healthcare, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, generous 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off benefits, and more. At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job, background, skills, and experience to get it right. The base hourly rate for this role typically starts from $20/hr. with an additional stipend for the team lead role.
Alfa Laval is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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