1st shift (6:30am-3:00pm)
Are you looking for a challenging yet rewarding job that allows you to utilize your skills to their fullest potential? Do you want to join a team of hardworking, enthusiastic and creative people and enjoy working with a company that recognizes and embraces diversity? Do you take pride working with a company that is committed to being a great corporate citizen and playing a role in producing the highest quality products and services?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, then Pridgeon and Clay is the place for you...
Founded in 1948 by John Pridgeon and Donald Clay, we are one of the largest independent, value-added manufacturers and suppliers of automotive stamped and fine-blanked components in the United States.
Mission: The Steel Receiving/Placement Clerk maintains the flow of coiled steel to production area, from receiving to feeder placement, assists in the set-up of presses, and maintains production flow to the presses in an exemplary manner to optimize departmental performance according to the company quality policies.
Qualified Candidates will possess the following Minimum Requirements:
- High School diploma or GED,
- Three months of prior shipping/receiving and/or hilo experience
- A P&C hilo and crane license (or the ability to pass both written and practical tests to obtain them),
- Computer literacy
- An excellent work record, including attendance.
- Familiarity with QAD and a radio frequency system (RF Scanner), or similar systems, is desired.
(Minimum requirements are updated annually to meet the demands of various positions; employees hired prior to the latest revision update may not meet all current requirements).
The Primary Activities of the Steel Receiving/Placement Clerk include:
Standard Work:
- Unload, receive, and place raw steel coils into inventory using the RF scanner, and/or into proper storage location(s) using a crane or other required equipment.
- Unload steel from suppliers' trucks based on scheduled delivery times.
- Operate crane(s) to remove incoming steel and supply presses with coiled steel.
- Select appropriate raw steel from storage area, according to the router, and stage at press using proper RF functions to electronically move the steel from the locations. Feed steel to press feeder.
- Request (order) material (i.e raw steel), through the KanBan system for currently running part number as well as for backup part numbers.
- Operate department hilo including replacing propane tanks when necessary and performing maintenance check lists before operating hilo.
- Band partially used or broken steel coils, record the weight change and use the proper packaging.
Continuous Improvement/Lean Principles:
- Work with operators to improve setup and production, by having the required steel at the press in a timely manner, in order to eliminate downtime.
- Participate in and apply lean initiatives to work methods, including continuous improvement events, CIA's, quick set up, standardized work, and error-proofing.
- Participate in the development and implementation of successful action plans to achieve temporary and permanent corrective actions, as needed.
- Anticipate problems and work to eliminate them before they happen.
Quality:
- Use a RF scanner to properly transfer material electronically from the storage location to the point of use.
- Perform raw steel cycle counts at the end of each shift, by verifying inventory and informing Inventory Control of any discrepancies.
Safety/5S:
- Reflect highest standards of safety for self and others in the department.
- Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of responsible areas.
- Consistently adhere to, and support, company policies and procedures, including ISO, TS16949, and safety regulations.
- Follow all safety procedures, including Personal protective Equipment (PPE), controls, safety devices and use of coolants.
- Identify potential safety issues and take appropriate action, bringing it to leadership's attention.
- Organize and maintain efficiency of personal work area.
Teamwork/Dependability:
- Help in a Utility function when required.
- Consistently exhibit appropriate attendance habits, working the hours necessary to perform the job.
- Provide necessary, accurate, and timely feedback of all pertinent information to co-workers and
- Effectively communicate with co-workers and management personnel to enhance teamwork and communication initiatives.
- Accept instructions and duties in a positive manner, while treating all co-workers with dignity and respect.
- Participate in and apply lean initiatives to work methods, including continuous improvement events, CIA's, quick set up, standardized work, and error-proofing.
- Assist in maintaining P&C values (Integrity, People, Customer, Leadership, We can if ..., Do what it takes...Safely) daily, through thoughts and actions.
In return, Pridgeon and Clay will provide:
- A competitive total compensation including a comprehensive benefit plan including premium medical and prescription coverage starting at just $5.00 per week for employee coverage, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and tuition reimbursement.
- A safe, team oriented work environment with a leadership team that treats you like family and values your input
- An opportunity to participate in shaping the success of the organization through continuous improvement and problem solving events
- A positive work/life balance
- An opportunity for career growth - Over 70% of our leaders have been promoted from within
