Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.  We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels they are valued in the workplace.  So do you feel you do not meet every single requirement but still intrigued? We encourage you to still apply!  You can help make our company even better.  We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, mental or physical ability, or any way you represent yourself.  We strongly believe diversity makes for more successful teams. 

 

We are the leaders in digital manufacturing.  We hire doers, makers, and creative thinkers who tackle our roles with an entrepreneurial spirit.  Our culture is centered around meaningful work that brings new and innovative products to market at unprecedented speeds.  We are a diverse team that comes from all walks of life and take pride in our team who is smart, genuine, humble, and passionate about what we do.  It’s our people who fuel our creativity and make our culture feel like home. 

 

 

Coordinate and prioritize daily workload and activities in the manufacturing cell

Execute production sequences and assignments to meet production goals

Confer with supervisors and other coordinators to facilitate operations and activities within or between shifts and other functional areas

Coordinate with molding personnel on schedule and start-ups

Support Finishing Operators so that all presses are properly staffed during break times

Provide directions and instructions to assure parts are packaged according to requirements

Ensure that order quantities and customer specifications have been met

Identify quality issues relating to trimming, injection molding, packaging, and order fulfillment

Perform start-up inspections and provide approval when quality requirements are verified

Maintain clean and organized work area with emphasis on safety, quality, efficiency, and utilization

Encourage team members to meet deadlines and productivity goals

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Conduct data entry and analysis for various manufacturing projects and efforts as needed

Previous experience as a team lead or other leadership type position required

Strong attention to detail is required.

Must have strong teamwork skills and able to work closely with others without conflict.

Demonstrated ability to influence and teach others.

Good written and oral communication skills.

Able to use measuring instruments such as scales and calipers, a computer and calculator.

Able to work safely with sharp tools/objects, such as but not limited to, hobby knives, utility knives, diagonal-cutting pliers

Able to read and write in English, and do basic arithmetic.

Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment.

Must be punctual and have good attendance.

Analytical thinking and problem solving skills

Strong organization and time management skills.

Experience in Manufacturing, Warehouse or a Distribution Center preferred

High school diploma or equivalent

We offer amazing benefits including but not limited to:

Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account (including employer contributions)

Dental and Vision

Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Paid caregiver leave

You will receive at least 3 weeks of PTO, Holiday Pay, and Volunteer Hours

401k with company match and immediate vest

Employee Stock Purchase Program at a discounted rate

Matching grants through Protolabs foundation

And More!

 

While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse, telephone and printer; reach with hands, and arms, talk, see and hear.  The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop or kneel and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Indoors (A/C); nonsmoking; the majority of this job function is performed in an office setting requiring normal safety precautions. However, there may be job duties that require the employee to spend time in the manufacturing areas exposed to machinery and noise; eye protection occasionally required. Occasionally works in outside weather conditions. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.