Floor Lead

Floor Lead 

West Bend, WI

Job description:

Why PartsBadger?

PartsBadger changes the way people and companies source their custom manufactured parts. We believe in a do-whatever-it-takes attitude to get the job done. We accept the feedback of others and take ownership of our actions. If you are open-minded and ready to be a part of something bigger than yourself with a winning team, continue reading…

What is Fastlane?

Fastlane is a next level production system, combining software, automation, and machining to dramatically reduce lead times for high-mix, low-volume manufacturing. We’re building highly responsive manufacturing cells designed to to serve thousands of customers across the United States with speed, precision, and consistency.

What is the Position?

PartsBadger is seeking a Floor Lead to support and guide day-to-day operations within our Fastlane Program. This role is focused on keeping smooth production flow, operator support, and execution of established processes on the shop floor.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail oriented, fast-moving, and thrives in a constantly changing manufacturing environment.

This position reports to the Fastlane Program Manager.

About PartsBadger:

PartsBadger is transforming the way people source their manufactured parts by blending technology with manufacturing. PartsBadger has been awarded a number of accolades including:

• Ozaukee County Business of the Year - 2022
• US Congressional Commendation, Wisconsin Senate Citation, and Mayoral Proclamation
• Future 50 Winner - 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
• 2020 Inc.5000
• #525 in fastest growing company in the US
• #23 in the US in Manufacturing
• #8 in Wisconsin Overall
• Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year Honoree - 2020
• ESGR Patriotic Employer
• MMAC Focus on Future - Finalist - Innovation - 2021
• MMAC Focus on the Future - Winner 2020
• BizTimes Bravo IQ - 2019
• MMAC Future 50 - Honoree - 2019
• Scaleup Milwaukee - Innovation - 2018
• 43% Average Annual Growth Rate

Work Environment:

PartsBadger is a relaxed, casual work environment located in West Bend and Cedarburg, WI. PartsBadger maintains AS9100 and ISO9001:2015 certifications. Our West Bend location boasts 20,000 sqft dedicated to our advanced manufacturing (FastLane) program, and 15,000 sq. ft in Cedarburg that blends office and production space. We are a job shop with a large variety of part types, sizes and quantities. We work with almost every material available including steels, aluminums, exotics, plastics and more. We continue to develop the layout of our space for idea generation and collaborative work.

Duties & Responsibilities:Day to Day

• Floor Support:
• Handling exceptions, issues, and operator needs
• Directing activities on the floor
• Ensuring work is on schedule, to spec, and processes are being followed.
• Issuing Tickets and Coordinating with Programmers
• Employee training
• Coordinate training needs and schedule with Fastlane Manager & HR
• Training staff in processes
• Deploy new systems/processes as required
• Ensure shop is organized and maintained
• Keyence IM Program Editing
• Kitting Jobs: Tooling, workholding and material
• Create purchase orders as needed
• Coordinate any machine repairs and machine maintenance
• Coordinate tooling and supplies need

Management

• Managing Jobs in ERP and running the scheduler
• Participate in interviews and advise hiring decisions with HR.
• Supervise employee training needs, coordinate with HR
• Prepare for, participate in, and facilitate customer tours

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to quickly learn new applications (Keyence)
• Experience with Haas Machines
• Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills
• Machining Industry tooling knowledge
• 3+ Years Machining Experience
• GD&T Knowledge
• Ability to Lead in a Machine Shop Setting
• Ability to Multi-Task, Prioritize, and Manage Time Effectively
• Adaptive and Flexible
• Above Average Organization
• Independent Problem Solver
• Fast Worker and Quick Thinker
• Reliable Transportation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Lead or Management Experience
• Fusion 360 Experience
• Keyence IM Programming Experience
• Experience with CRM Software

Opportunity for Advancement:

This position is structured to allow for advancement in a variety of areas with flexibility to try new things and challenge your mental boundaries. PartsBadger understands the value of our team and we work hard to nurture creativity and engagement.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance