KPS Technician 

LOCATION: Hanover / Pennsylvania (US-PA), United States | BRAND: Sheppard | REQUISITION ID: 6187 | JOB GRADE: 11

| ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site 

Founded in 1937, R.H. Sheppard Co. Inc. has a rich history of innovative design and American manufacturing excellence. Headquartered in Hanover, Pa., our dedicated team of over 700 employees supply components for the trucking and transportation industry worldwide. We are a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC and a proud member of Knorr-Bremse.

Whatever your career path – whether it’s product innovation through engineering, working directly with our customers, manufacturing quality products or supporting our business in some other way, Sheppard – a Bendix CVS Company – delivers. Visit us online at www.rhsheppard.com/careers

JOB DESCRIPTION:

POSITION SUMMARY:                       

The Knorr Production System Technician will support the Knorr Production System (KPS) strategy for the facility.  This position will monitor 5S, shop floor management and kaizen improvements across the business and execute lean principles at the manufacturing site in conjunction with other departments.  The Technician will need to coach, mentor, and facilitate within the business to create a culture that embraces 5S, value stream mapping, waste elimination, standardized work, information flow, problem solving, strategy deployment and continuous improvement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Coordinates 5S Events, including invitations, presentations and materials.
• Executes 5S Audits in the campus.
• Manages the 5S Action Log generated after the events.
• Manages and order 5S Materials and Supplies.
• Executes DMS 0,1 and 2 Audits (4).
• Promotes and publishes the KPS Newsletter.
• Develops and maintain the necessary policies, records, documentation, procedures, and practices to achieve the objectives and commitments effectively and efficiently to the organization.
• Organizes teams to implement Kaizen and other improvement activities to ensure they are implemented in a reasonable timeframe.
• Understands and adheres to current health, safety, and environmental policies (ISO14001). Is empowered to identify, stop, and communicate or escalate appropriate action regarding safety, health, and environmental concerns.
• Understands current quality policies and procedures (IATF 16949). Is empowered to identify, stop, and communicate or escalate appropriate action regarding product quality.
• Performs other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Action oriented:  Demonstrates ability to take action and lead by example.  Enthusiastically demonstrates sense of urgency.

• Self-Motivated:  Demonstrates ability to take initiative and drive to achieve results.
• Process Management and Improvement:  Demonstrates the ability to plan, prioritize, monitor and improve work processes and allocate resources.
• Communication Skills:  Demonstrates ability to convey and distribute information effectively and encompass strong speaking, presentation, written and listening skills.  Ability to create an environment for open communication.
• Customer Orientation:  Demonstrates the competency of service and relationship-orientation toward internal and external customers, satisfying their needs and generating mutually satisfactory solutions.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• College is a plus; high school degree is required.
• At least 3 years of related experience is required.
• Strong analytical, presentation, and interpersonal skills working across multiple, locations, all management levels and functions.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Lean Manufacturing
• Strong systems and data management skills required.
• Proficient using Microsoft Office: (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to work well on own with strong planning and organization skills.
• Ability to meet tight, multiple deadlines and handle various projects and tasks.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

In performing the essential elements of this position, the following physical activities are required. The activities are measured in the amount of on-the-job time that is spent performing these activities.

In performing the essential elements of this position, the following weight is required to be lifted or force to be exerted.  These activities are measured in the amount of weight lifted or force exerted and how often.

In performing the essential elements of this position, the following vision requirements apply.

WORKING ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

May be exposed to moderate heat, light dust, fumes, extreme temperatures, noise and hazards such as electrical shock or gases.  Some outside assignments could involve exposure to adverse weather conditions.  Adequate hearing protection is required for 85 decibels and above.

What does Sheppard have to offer you? 

• Work/life balance that includes Paid Vacation & Holiday Paid Time Off 
• 401k Plan with Company matching 
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Educational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement)
• Wellness Program and incentives
• On-site Health Clinic/Healthcare
• Health and Welfare Insurance Benefits that start on your 1st day of employment:
  • Company-Paid Benefits:
    • Basic Life Insurance
    • Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
    • Short Term Disability
    • Business Travel Accident Insurance
    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits:
    • Medical and Prescription insurance
    • Dental insurance
    • Vision insurance
    • Supplemental Life Insurance Plans
    • Supplemental AD&D insurance for Employee and Family
    • Long Term Disability
    • Accident Plan
    • Critical Illness Plan
    • Hospital Indemnity Plan
    • Legal
    • Identity Theft and Fraud Protection

R.H. Sheppard Co. Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.