Lapp Kabel

Job Details

Description

LAPP is a family-owned company headquartered in Stuttgart and a global leader in cable and connection technology. Founded in 1959, we are still fully family-owned today. With around 5,800 employees, we are operating in over 80 countries – globally connected and regionally rooted. Working at LAPP means more: this is where inventive spirit and a hands-on mentality meet cherished values and tradition. We offer all employees the freedom to develop and pursue new opportunities. Flexibility and personal responsibility are just as important to us as a family-friendly work environment. We value all our colleagues with their talents, ideas and perspectives.

Summary: Under the general direction of Quality Supervisor, this individual is responsible for supporting the daily inspection tasks as delegated by the Quality Lead. Primary activities in this role include in-coming inspection of raw material, 1st piece and final inspection of cables, and provide continued support for in-process and quality related activities such as quality testing, process monitoring, and process improvement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities – include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Complete final inspection tests on cables to verify that manufacturing operating standards are being maintained and quality expectations are met. Record retention samples.
• Assist with in-process checks and verify measurements of product being produced based on Manufacturing Specifications.
• Perform receiving inspection on raw materials
• Assist with continuous improvement activities (TPM, Lean, etc.)
• Assist with engineering trials as requested.
• Perform other Operations and/or Quality activities as directed.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Competencies

• Demonstrates acute attention to detail and accuracy and looks for ways to promote and improve quality.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, strong work ethic, and a positive attitude.
• Upholds all safety policies and procedures and OSHA guidelines. Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Balances team and individual responsibilities and supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Treats others with respect and upholds organizational values.
• Prioritizes and plans work activities while using time efficiently.
• Accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Meets productivity standards and strives to increase productivity results.
• Is consistently at work, on time and works scheduled shifts and/or flexible shifts.
• Supports and contributes to all Lean and Six Sigma efforts along with execution of the Lapp Operating System.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

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 and/or associate degree.
• Minimum of 1+ years’ experience in production or technical support, preferably in a cable assembly or electro-mechanical environment.
• Ability to read and understand specification sheets and their contents as they relate to finished products.
• Demonstrated understanding of the use of test and measurement tools and instruments relating to finished cable, connectors, and cable assembly products.
• Knowledge on how to utilize measurement tools such as Calipers, Micrometers, Microscopes, etc.
• Basic knowledge of electrical theory.
• Demonstrated knowledge of ISO 9001 standards and such tools as Pareto Charts, SPC control charts, Ishikawa diagrams and JIT.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with the English language, written and spoken.

COMPUTER SKILLS: To perform this job successfully, an individual should be proficient in general computer and internet processes, Microsoft Office Suite with an emphasis on Excel.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to work with mathematical concepts, financial ratios, and business equations. Possess strong analytical skills. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employees work may be conducted in both the Production Facility and a desk environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.

Compensation: The hourly rate for this role ranges from $25.00 - 27.00 hour (paid weekly) plus participation in LAPP's bonus plan. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Vision, Dental, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401(k), HSA/FSA, Life Insurance, and more!

• LAPP is an equal opportunity employer**

Equal Opportunity Employer

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