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Graco Job OpportunityGraco manufactures and markets premium equipment to move, measure, control, dispense and spray a wide variety of fluid and powder materials. What does that mean? Well, we pump peanut butter into your jar, and the oil in your car. We glue the soles of your shoes, the glass in your windows and the screen on your phone. We spray the finish on your vehicle, coatings on your pills, the paint on your house and texture on your walls. Graco is part of your daily life.Manage all facets of cell operations applying world class manufacturing techniques in the pursuit of continuous improvement for process, quality, service, products and environment.What You Will Do at GracoProactively identify and implement continuous quality and cost improvements as it relates to cell operations.Set and communicate expectations for employees; monitor performance and give recognition when appropriate. Take corrective action when necessary.Recognize employees for performance which meets or exceeds objectives.Provide a clean, safe, organized working environment within the cell that is conducive to efficient and productive operations.Utilize quality management techniques for problem solving, corrective action and process decisions.Establish budget and annual plan for cell, monitor performance to plan and take corrective action.Develop, implement and support systems to achieve cost reductions, quality improvements, productivity increases, inventory reductions and service improvements: Assemble to Order, Build to Order, Line Stock, Kanban, New Technology, Automated Assembly, Set-Up Reductions, etc.Develop systems to plan and manage production, capacity, inventories, and purchases.Function as buyer/planner in appropriate cell.Research, justify, procure and implement new technology to maximize cell profitability.Work with all suppliers to deliver components which meet quality and delivery requirements.Identify process and component changes to improve value and performance of standard product.Manage the development and implementation of preproduction projects.Establish and implement training requirements and develop cross-trained multi-functional employees.Manage staff and resources to achieve cell objectives.Understand and implement Graco QMS.Must spend a minimum of 15% of time on factory floor.Ensure compliance to all Company policies and practices.Other duties as assigned.What You Will Bring to GracoB.A. in Business, B.S. in Engineering, or equivalent and 5 years manufacturing or advanced degree and 2 years business experience.Minimum of 6 to 8 years manufacturing experience.2 years supervisory experience.Knowledge or experience with manufacturing information systems (forecasting, MRP, SPC, labor, costing).Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Good coaching, facilitating and counseling capabilities.Strong leadership qualities.AcceleratorsMBA/Engineering Degree.Machinist/assembly experience.Experience with Just-In-Time principles and implementation.Past budgeting/accounting experience, preferably ownership of own budget.Purchasing experience, contact with outside vendors.Understanding of SPC and Total Quality concepts.Experience supervising manufacturing employees.Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., H-1B, TN, F-1 OPT).At Graco, you truly make a difference. Your unique talents contribute to our organizational growth and future. Not only do you make a difference, but Graco's culture empowers employees to create their own career path. Whether you choose to advance within your current department or explore new opportunities in different divisions, you have the ability to build your future. Our managers are here to provide support and guidance as you continue to grow within your career.Graco has excellent opportunities available to individuals who want to be part of a fast-moving, growing company that is committed to quality, innovation and solving fluid handling problems for our customers. Graco is proud to be named a Best Place to Work by Fortune Magazine in 2016, 2018, 2019, 2021 & 2022. Graco offers attractive compensation, benefits and career development opportunities. Graco's comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, stock purchase plan, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more.The base pay range for this position is listed below, exclusive of fringe benefits or other compensation. If you are hired, your final base hourly rate will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, competencies, education, and/or experience. In addition to those factors, we will also consider internal equity of our current employees. Please keep in mind that the range provided is the full base salary range for the role. Hiring at or near the maximum of the range would not be typical to allow for future and continued salary growth.$87,000.00 - $152,200.00
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dayton, MN, 55327, US
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