Coach - Coating Ovens - 2nd Shift

at Federal Mogul Powertrain in Skokie, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Tenneco is one of the world's leading designer, manufacturers and marketers of automotive products for original equipment and aftermarket customers, with approximately 78.000 team members working at more than 300 sites worldwide. Through our four business groups, Motorparts, Ride Performance, Clean Air and Powertrain, Tenneco is driving advancements in global mobility by delivering technology solutions for diversified global markets, including light vehicle, commercial truck, off-highway, industrial, motorsport and the aftermarket.
General Summary

Coordinate job assignments, orders, processes for Team Members and work activities in DRIV's manufacturing area. Assist in maintaining an efficient work environment and meeting productivity standards. Resolve scheduling conflicts and routine problems in the work unit as they arise and participate in Team Member training sessions as needed. Understand all business processes in assigned area of responsibility and be capable of performing all essential work unit duties. Notify the Operations Supervisor of any occurrences that negatively impact production. Adhere to safety, health, and environmental guidelines.
Reporting Relationships:

Job Reports to (Please List Job Title): 
Operations Supervisor
Job Titles and Number of Employees by Job Title Reporting to this Job: 
No direct reports

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Primary Duty  

Essential Duty? (Yes/No)
Perform the functions of the work unit, which typically includes one or more of the following areas: 
Manufacturing of production parts including machine set-up and operation
Packaging of gasket sets including set-up, assembly, and bundling
Distribution of gasket sets including picking, aggregating, consolidating, sealing, loading and shipping 
Yes
Provide first response to work area problems. Document problems, resolve when possible and follow-up with appropriate individual or group to ensure the problem is corrected in a timely fashion. Serve as 'go to' person for production-related and process-related issues that slow down the work flow. 
Yes
Assign work and coordinate job assignments based on daily production needs and scheduled staff. Establish or adjust work procedures to meet production schedules. May participate in daily production and shift change meetings. 
Yes
Maintain and organize maintenance, time and production records. Prepare reports on attendance, productivity, quality and safety. Enter data into designated workbooks designed, and amended periodically, by the Operations Supervisor. May need to utilize and manipulate some MS Access queries to get specific information. 
Yes
Monitor potential safety issues and immediately alert Operations Supervisor of unsafe conditions or events hazardous to the environment. Suggest ways to improve work area safety and lead by example in adhering to safety standards at all times.  
Yes
Capitalize on cross-training opportunities to increase the knowledge of all employees in all areas of operations (in consultation with the Operations Supervisor). 
No
Perform other tasks and assignments that are consistent with knowledge and training. 
No

Job Requirements:

Education:

Successful completion of high school highly preferred but not required.

Level 
Typical Experience 
Skills
Associate 
Entry to Two Years 
Strong communication skills.
Ability to prioritize work to meet daily work requirements.
Knowledge of the work area to perform same work as those coached.
Demonstrated computer skills 
Ability to coach and train for basic job performance improvements
Core 
Two to Four Years 
Skills listed for the Associate Level plus:
Basic knowledge of all DRIV manufacturing processes to move from one area of the manufacturing facility to another as needed.
Demonstrated ability to recognize and coach/train for basic job performance improvements
Ability adapt to changing requirements and expectations.
Senior 
Four or More Years 
Skills listed for the Core Level plus:
Advanced knowledge of all DRIV manufacturing processes to move from one area of the manufacturing facility to another as needed.
Leadership experience to provide guidance to a large work unit of more than one work unit.

Experience and Skill Requirements:

Physical Requirements:
The below requirements are for all job titles within this family, but may differ between each individual position:

Climb/Balance: Frequently required.
Stooping: Regularly required.
Kneeling: Regularly required.
Crouch/Crawl: Frequently required.
Bending: Regularly required.
Standing: Regularly required.
Handle Materials: Regularly required.
Manipulate Objects: Regularly required.
Vision: Ability to see objects up close or at a distance, in color, adjust focus, and use peripheral vision regularly.
Lifting: frequently lifting objects weighing 5lb - 10lb, occasionally lifting... For full info follow application link.

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