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Sets-up and operates CNC Swiss Machines to produce highly precision component parts that meet all quality standards. Must be able to work independently and provide training/guidance to others.

At HORST we offer a variety of benefits including but not limited to:

• Competitive PTO PackagePaid Company Holidays401K Match ProgramMedical, Dental, Vision BenefitsTuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program

Major Areas of Responsibility:

Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent. Technical school training a plus.
• 7 years of set-up experience minimum required
• Experience with aerospace products and/or other close tolerance parts is a plus.
• Must be familiar with Fanuc and/or Mitsubishi Controls
• Must be able to set and change tools.
• Must be able to use standard gauges and inspection techniques.
• Experience with SPC, inspection documentation, and problem solving is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Must be able to read and write comments, understand operation sheets/blueprints, specifications, and all applicable company/customer paperwork.
• Must be able to read CNC programs.
• Five plus years of increasingly diverse experience in a machine shop or CNC machining environment

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to push/pull/carry up to 50 lbs.
• Able to stand for up to 8+ hours.

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Job Summary:

The 2nd Shift Production Supervisor leads a multi-department team of CNC Operators and Set-Up Operators, in a high mix / low volume aerospace component manufacturing environment. This role is expected to balance expertise in set-up and operation of CNC machining for precision tolerance components, along with strong interpersonal skills to motivate the team to work toward common goals and objectives. Key responsibilities include managing the day-to-day priorities for multiple departments, cross-training staff on best practices to meet set-up and production run-times, optimizing processes through the elimination of waste, and leading lean continuous improvement initiatives. As a working supervisor, this role is expected to run production jobs and provide the necessary supervisory management to a small 2nd shift team.

This role is 100% in office at our plant in East Hartford, CT.

At HORST we offer a variety of benefits including but not limited to:

• Competitive PTO Package
• Paid Company Holidays
• 401K Match Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program

Essential Job Duties:

• Conduct security, quality and EH&S audits to ensure the safety of employees on the second shift, and compliance with company and customer policies.
• Coordinate time-off requests, with attention to skills matrix, to ensure adequate staffing level across all disciplines of machine centers to meet production needs.
• Motivate team to meet daily, weekly and monthly goals and objectives. Identify waste and non-value-added tasks that interfere with objectives.
• Routinely measure, monitor, and publish the performance of all individuals on the team. Compare results against department standards. Complete periodic performance evaluations, and correct any issues in real time as needed, up to and including, disciplinary actions if needed.
• Host a daily GEMBA walk and serve as the primary conduit for all communications between operators and cross functional teams. Attend production meetings, and quality clinic/MRB meetings as needed. Collaborate with engineering, purchasing, production and sales teams to drive open issues to rapid closure.
• Partner with production control to stage daily and weekly priorities. Ensure jobs are completed on time, and productivity is sustained. Expedite jobs as necessary.
• Set-up and operate CNC machines according to operation sheet instructions. Provide technical support for team.
• Maintain ERP data integrity ensuring job punches match traveler package. Report any discrepancies that could impact job quantity or delivery.
• Develop and author standard work for the operation of production equipment. Coach and train teammates in best practices, enforcing safety, departmental and QMS polices, with the goal of process improvement, reduction in set up time, faster productivity rates, and improved quality.

Experience & Skills:

• Minimum of 10 years progressive career in the manufacturing of precision machined components in a regulated industry such as aerospace or medical. Previous experience in a high mix, low volume shop with an emphasis on lean manufacturing preferred.
• Working knowledge of ISO/AS quality standards, basic OSHA/EHS safety regulations, and a commitment to adherence of company policies.
• Advanced or expert machining skills in 1 or more disciplines. Swiss lathe, multi-axis turning, turning, milling, or grinding. Must be able to independently set-up and operate CNC equipment and provide the necessary training to others on shift.
• Experience leading and managing a small team toward common goals. An effective communicator that can build rapport with a diverse team. Previous team lead experience preferred.
• A willingness to take accountability for self and team, driving and inheriting the collective results of a department or team.
• High degree of urgency to drive operations at full speed. Keen sense of attention to detail to understand how to work with pace, not haste, avoiding careless mistakes.
• Strong understanding of operational metrics such as first past yield, efficiency, WIP aging, on-time-delivery, job cost, scrap rate, etc.
• Strong computer skills especially related to navigating ERP systems, job clocking systems, CAD/CAM software, and Microsoft products such Outlooks, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. Previous experience with EPICOR a plus.

Physical Demands:

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N (Not applicable)

Activity is not applicable to this position

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Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0-2.5 hours/day)

F (Frequently)

Position requires this activity up to 66% of the time (2.5-5.5 hours/day)

C (Constantly)

Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hours/day)

Lift/Carry 10-30lbs

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Stand

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Walk

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Manually manipulate

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Squat or kneel

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Bend

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Reach above shoulder

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At HORST we offer a variety of benefits including but not limited to:

• Competitive PTO PackagePaid Company Holidays401K Match ProgramMedical, Dental, Vision BenefitsTuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program

Major Areas of Responsibility:

Requirements:

Physical Requirements:

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Title: New Product Introduction Engineer

Job Summary:

The incumbent will be responsible for project management from development through production launch for new products.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with customers, marketing, sales, manufacturing, engineering, and quality engineering to shepherd new programs from concept development to commercial launch.
• Position serves in a results-driven environment and requires a team-oriented individual.
• Develop project and manufacturing costs to support sales and marketing in business case development and program justification.
• Ability to understand customer requirements and translate those requirements into a manufacturable product design.
• Establish engineering / scientific objectives for projects.
• Coordinate tooling design, fabrication, start-up, and production ramp-up then turn over to manufacturing for new programs.
• Finalize specifications, designs, and contract reviews for specific market responsibilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects at one time to agreed timelines and budgets.
• Independently plan and execute projects – i.e., program management
• Evaluated based on execution to the project timeline.
• Evaluated based on customer satisfaction.
• Evaluated on the successful launch of products to production.

The expectations for managing the programs are:

• Manage the phase gate process from purchase order receipt, through development and production release.
• Assemble a multi-disciplinary team (assigned by department managers) to execute project activities.
• Hold a kick-off meeting to launch the project.
• Create and maintain a project Gantt chart for schedule and critical deliverables.
• Hold review meetings as programs progress towards production.
• Participate in technical meetings.
• Manage customer meetings.
• Manage suppliers in the development phase.
• Generate presentations on project status.
• Mange the hand off of a project to production and the production sign-off of a project
• Participate with the team in a “hands on” manner: assist in writing / review of documents, assist with taking product samples, machine operation, manufacturing process review, and physical review of product quality.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, product realization, or an applied industrial environment.
• Experience with automotive, aerospace, or medical manufacturing and quality systems desired. Proficiency in reading engineering prints along with an understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Skilled in utilizing spreadsheets for calculations, task management, and documentation.
• Manage team priorities and open tasks.
• Able to lead team meetings.

Experience & Education Requirements:

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or ten years of experience in manufacturing and program management.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.

Company Description:

Hanwha Aerospace USA has long been recognized as a leader in the development and supply of flight critical Aerospace/Defense components and assemblies. Operating out of four state-of-the-art facilities located in Connecticut, Hanwha Aerospace USA offers growth and career development opportunities to enrich your talents.

Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and detail oriented Production Supervisor in our Glastonbury location to plan, direct, and coordinate all assigned operations following manufacturing objectives. As a Production Supervisor, you will manage and provide direction to departmental personnel in implementing modern, cost-effective practices to achieve the goals of the department according to all safety, quality, housekeeping, and production standards. This position will supervise all personnel and operations in the department by employing leadership, hands-on technical support, scheduling, and project management.

Essential Functions:

• Monitor manufacturing activities and ensure manufacturing processes are being followed and that all quality requirements are being met or exceeded.
• Review and dispose of all scrap produced in the department which includes effective root cause and corrective action analysis.
• Direct departmental activities providing assurance of safety, health, and compliance with environmental rules and regulations.
• Directly supervises the employees in their department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
• Engage in efforts to continuously improve the processes on the shop floor.
• Ensure that HR policies, procedures, and regulations are followed and documented.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of all processes and equipment.
• Meet departmental metrics.
• Perform other related duties or responsibilities as required.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Must be a “U.S. Person” as defined by the U.S. Government and able to work without restrictions with ITAR related data.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years experience in a manufacturing environment; aerospace preferred.
• 3+ years of supervision experience.

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Engineering or other related field preferred.
• Must be able to read, write, understand, and speak English at a functional level.
• Ability to interpret and edit FANUC G-code programming.
• Proficient in FANUC, Okuma controls.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and standard business practices.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering work instructions.
• Ability to initiate, record, recommend, verify, and implement corrective actions or solutions to problems relating to product, process or quality system.
• Fluent in Microsoft Office applications.
• Must have strong attention to detail.
• Ability to travel domestically. – 5%

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform.