Leadperson - WQ Assembly

We're Watts. Together, we're reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do:

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted bycustomers in residential and commercial settings across the world.We areat theforefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart andconnected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with aquality reputation - and we have a dynamic future ahead.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Lead the assigned Value Stream operations in daily execution & continuous improvements tasks to include but are not limited to: daily production targets, meeting manufacturing priorities, effective supply chain replenishment and the coordination of work assignment and activities to meet orders.
• Lead member of Lean implementation team(s) resulting in productivity gains, the delivery of continuous product flow, the utilization of pull systems, and workload leveling.
• Executes continuous improvement efforts & fosters employee empowerment by ensuring that standardized work/processes are followed, countermeasures implemented, and the area is compliant with safety requirements. Executes foundational Lean tools of the WPS, 5-S and quality to sustain a visually controlled environment that ensures conformance, improvement and problem solving.
• Ensure that standard work is followed, and all equipment is operational, in good working order and safe through periodic audits and implementation of an auditing system
• Instills and maintains a positive can-do team atmosphere within the Value Stream; holding regular tier and problem-solving meetings and assigning team member's tasks and coordinate support services needed within and outside the team.
• Facilitates tier meetings and small group activities in support of the Lean and meets with the employees regularly, reflecting on problems, solutions, and challenges, thereby creating a culture of continuous improvement and contributing towards becoming a learning organization.
• Ensures effective cross-training for the Value Stream Associates, the creation and implementation of a skills matrix, to include backups from other areas, to assure a continuous smooth-running Value Stream.
• Provides associates with regular feedback on performance to plan
• Able to create and deliver on the job training as required
• Additional projects as assigned.

EDUCATION: High School degree or equivalent. Two-year Associates degree preferred.

MANAGEMENT:

• Responsible for approximately 5-15 people direct and indirect
• Responsible for a set of operations within a Value Stream's ensuring equipment up time, sustainability, process execution & work/task assignments & scheduling.

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:

• 3-5 years of team leader experience and manufacturing accomplishment with a history of increased responsibility in the execution of manufacturing process improvements preferred.
• Basic experience in managing costs, PC skills, manufacturing, inventory control and production planning.
• Demonstrated ability to lead small teams to achieve objectives and results. Capable of assessing and developing individual and team skills and capabilities. Able to create and maintain enthusiasm for new and challenging goals. Serve as a role model by promoting new ideas and positive change.
• Basic knowledge and experience in LEAN manufacturing and foundational lean/problem solving tools
• Embraces change, a sense of urgency, and demonstrated comfort and command in a hands-on team environment
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Ability to lead, coach & facilitate process improvements
• Basic written and verbal communication skill
• Knowledge of company policies, rules and regulations applying to area of responsibility
• Working knowledge of all manufacturing processes, equipment, parts and components in area of
  responsibility
• Knowledge of all environmental health and safety, quality and labor standards applying to area of
  responsibility
• Team lead foundational skills of listening, problem solving, planning, scheduling and training

*PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, talk, and/or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

*WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work in both office and manufacturing environment
• May occasionally be required to perform job duties outside the typical office setting

*As required by the Americans Disabilities Act (ADA)

Watts in it for you:

Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
• Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/

How we work:

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.