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Lake Cable OpportunityWhat would you say to a career that helps keep the world working? One where you take an active role in an industry that literally makes daily life possible for people and businesses alike? Where the rewards and opportunities for growth are as great as your ambition? Then Lake Cable is looking for you.For more than a quarter century, Lake Cable has been a leading manufacturer of low voltage, industrial power, utility, custom OEM and broadcast-quality cables, all 100% produced in the United States. Thanks to a shared passion and commitment to our customers, we deliver the finest quality products, engineered to exacting specifications. BETTER. SMARTER. FASTER.Headquartered in Bensenville, IL with over 450 employees and five facilities in the Midwest, Lake Cable is a privately-owned family business. That spirit of family inspires a culture where the success of every team member is a top priority, with competitive benefits and paths to advancement. Our richly diverse team is also committed to sustainability, community involvement, and ethical business practices. Because we believe it's the only way to do business.If you're ready for a leap forward, we should talk. Lake Cable. When Delivery Matters…Position OverviewLead and oversee production, quality, safety, materials management and distribution ensuring an efficient, safe and cost effective operation. Work with the Plant Manager to meet short and long range business goalsEssential Job FunctionsManage daily operationsProvide hands-on leadership, motivation, direction and supervision to the plant employeesCommunicate business goals and objectives to staffManage the production schedule, supply of materials, labor and the efficient use of machines to meet manufacturing and customer requirementsAssess the plant's KPIs – production goals, quality, safety, distribution of work, scrap, and speed of machinesChampion Continuous Improvement looking always to improve operations and processes to become more efficientEnsure that product is manufactured and delivered on time and in compliance with internal, external and customer specificationsCross-trained to work any position within the facilityCoordinates and reviews training of new employeesEvaluates employees for additional training or retraining requirementsUnderstanding of ISO requirements pertaining to the production process, assuring proper actions are taken if non-conforming product is made or detectedKnowledge:Knowledge of the various types of wire and cable produced, all raw materials; familiarity with the production equipment; and an understanding of the manufacturing processes – extrusion, cabling and rewindKnowledge of applicable safety, health and environment requirements for performing the jobKnowledge of and experience with 5 whys, process flow, theory of constraintsSkills and Abilities:Demonstrated leadership skills, the ability to motivate, develop, direct and evaluate the work of subordinatesAbility to work independently with minimal supervision and in a team environment, multi-task, prioritize and resolve problemsExcellent analytical skills with the ability to use logic in identifying the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problemsExcellent interpersonal, listening and communication skills, both verbal and writtenMay be requested to perform over-time activities.Efficient time management, organizational skills and attention to detailProficient using Microsoft Office applications – Outlook, Word and Excel, and the Rubicon systemQualifications:High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience working in an industrial manufacturing environment. Some coursework leading to an Associate's degree in Production Management or a related discipline, preferredThree to five years of experience working in a manufacturing environmentMust be able to effectively communicate with personnel; Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferredAbility to safely operate a forkliftBenefits:Paid time off401(k) matchHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceLife insurance (company paid)Voluntary Life/AD&DVoluntary Life/AD&D (child)Short-term disability (company paid)Long-term disability (company paid)Accident InsuranceCritical Illness InsuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountTuition reimbursementReferral programProduction bonusAttendance bonusCompetitive payMonday - Friday: 7 pm - 7 am, Occasional Saturdays
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valparaiso, IN, 46383, US
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