Job Title: MOVAC Water Spider, 3rd Shift, 9:45pm-6:15am, Sun-Th

Requisition ID: 13414

Location:

Springfield, MO, US, 65803

Home-based Position: No

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Description:

EnerSys is a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. We have over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than 100 countries. Worldwide headquarters are located in Reading, PA, USA with regional headquarters in Europe and Asia. We complement our extensive line of Motive Power and Energy Systems with a full range of integrated services and systems. With sales and service locations throughout the world, and over 100 years of battery experience, EnerSys is the power/full solution for stored DC power products.

Motive Power applications include industrial lift trucks and pallet jacks, rail equipment, mining equipment, and airline ground support equipment. Some of the motive power brands include Hawker, Ironclad, General Battery, and Fiamm. Wherever there is a need for motive power, EnerSys offers the perfect energy solution.

Job Purpose

The function of the Water Spider is to replenish the material used at each station so that the production personnel can focus on the process of adding value. Their activities are to create and maintain single-piece continuous flow.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. This list of tasks is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by this position. Persons in this position will perform all other tasks as assigned and work overtime as required.

Works within the process- dives into the process, gets close to the operation, even goes into the operation to help operators with questions
Facilitates flow- keeps the flow on the assembly line clean and smooth by taking on the occasional tasks (tasks that do not happen every cycle, such as material and tool replenishment or making shipping containers.)
Continuous flow is the water spider’s focus-and removal of obstacles is their mission. The water spider ensures that JIT is happening, the right amount of material and supplies, at the right time, in the right place. The water spider has overview of the workflow and fills in where needed to keep the flow going. The water spider communicates, facilitates, and helps
This job is systematic - they should have a route, a time-line, and a system to do everything. They are a generalist who has good relationships with everyone
Is responsible for the hour by hour- as they obtain the materials and supplies needed for the line. They are the most knowledgeable about the efficiency of the line. On the hour-by-hour they will list the production obtained and account for any misses
Ensures L6 metrics are met – can utilize 5-Why process if metrics are not met
Will utilize CCF1 – will become the guru on line balancing and SMED
Optimize CCF2 – set up and maintain KanBan and Heijunka
Create CCF3 – introduce production wheel and changeover matrix for maximum success
Will obtain EOS certifications – white/yellow belt certification
Will be involved in RIE’s – both as a participant and a leader

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution required.
Minimum of 1 year of experience at EnerSys is required.
Preferred distribution or parts center experience for 2 years.
Certified to operate a forklift or the ability to be certified.
Intermediate computer skills (Microsoft Outlook and Excel).
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English language.
Ability and willingness to lift, push, and pull at least 50 pounds.
Ability and willingness to work in a variety of areas within the production floor.
Excellent time management skills to fulfill tasks and rounds of the production stations.
Excellent communication skills with management and line workers to act as the liaison and provide feedback in both directions.

Desired Characteristics:

Capability to actively work on multiple tasks at the same time.
Strong verbal, communication, and interpersonal skills.

General Job Requirements

Must be able to differentiate colors.
Must be able to frequently bend; twist; reach; stoop; kneel or crouch.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds/23 kilos on a daily continuous basis. Anything heavier will be done with the assistance of a mechanical device or with the assistance of another employee.
Must be able to stand for long periods of time
Employees are responsible for wearing the required Personal Protective Equipment in the proper manner at all times.
Must be able and willing to wear a respirator.
Must be able and willing to work overtime.
Must be able and willing to work varying schedules which may include nights, weekends, and public holidays.
Risk of electrical shock.
This position is exposed to harmful materials such as lead/fiberglass products. Periodic blood tests are required to measure the level of lead. Precautions are taken by the company/employee to reduce the risk of exposure and help ensure everyones safety.
This position requires working in a plant/warehouse environment. Therefore, expect varying working conditions.

EnerSys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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