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  Company Description ITW (Illinois Tool Works Inc.)  is a Fortune 200 company and is one of the world’s leading diversified manufacturers of specialized industrial equipment, automotive components, consumables, and related service businesses. ITW businesses serve local customers and markets around the globe, with operations in 55 countries and an employee base of more than 46,000 women and men who adhere to the highest ethical standards. These talented individuals, many of whom have specialized engineering or scientific expertise, contribute to our global leadership in innovation. We are proud of our broad portfolio of more than 17,000 granted and pending patents. I TW Residential & Renovation  offers a broad range of professional grade anchoring tools and fasteners for numerous construction applications. Our products include wood to wood fastening systems (Paslode), structural wood fasteners (GRK Fasteners™), concrete anchoring systems (Tapcon®, Red Head®, Ramset®), underlayment screws (Rock-On®, Backer-On®), self-drilling screws (Teks®) and drywall anchoring systems (E-Z Ancor®). ITW Residential & Renovation excels in meeting the growing demands from end-users for high-quality home improvement and construction fastening products. Our products are trusted by industry professionals and each brand is the market leader in its respective category in terms of quality, performance and ease of use.​  ITW offers its employees a  path for advancement, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package  designed to help employees care for themselves, their families, and their futures.   Job Description Position Summary: ITW Residential & Renovation division is seeking a  Manufacturing Engineer  to support the Pocahontas, AR facility (relocation available)   to provide technical leadership, direction and engineering support for the safe manufacturing of high-volume nails, which meet or exceed quality requirements and business goals and objectives.  Manages directly or indirectly 5 to 12 hourly maintenance workers, who install, maintain, and repair production and ancillary machines, equipment and systems within the plant. Serves as a member of and provides support to ad-hoc project teams, and other cross-functional teams on manufacturing projects.  The Manufacturing Engineer Is responsible for continuous improvement in Safety, Quality, Productivity and Cost. Primary Responsibilities: Responsible for collecting and reviewing production data from production cells to ensure implemented process improvements are sustained. Research, develop, and implement measurable process improvements and cost reduction strategies within specified time frames. Identify and support production quality processes and procedures to increase production throughput and eliminate impact to the customer Participate, lead and facilitate kaizen events to improve internal LEAN manufacturing processes to increase production's efficiency and quality Train production operators on lean principles and manufacturing processes to increase production's efficiency and quality Work with Cross-Functional teams in the planning and designing of new products to ensure new products are designed for manufacturability Research and review industry trends and technological advancements for products and processes. Ensure that the facility operates within all applicable legal, safety, and environmental requirements.  Develop, document and maintain process plans and machine operating instructions. Maintain building and grounds.  Identify, lead and develop talent in order to maximize individual, team and organizational effectiveness in meeting company goals.  Perform various administrative responsibilities such as timely reporting, meetings, project management, developing safe work methods, interfacing with OSHA, EPA, emergency response teams, risk management and loss protection. Other duties as required    Qualifications Competencies: COACHING – Providing timely guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas needed to accomplish a task or solve a problem. CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT – Originating action to improve existing conditions and processes; using appropriate methods to identify opportunities, implement solutions, and measure impact. DRIVING FOR RESULTS – Setting high goals for personal and group accomplishment; using measurement methods to monitor progress toward goal attainment; tenaciously working to meet or exceed those goals while deriving satisfaction from the process of goal achievement and continuous improvement. PLANNING AND ORGANIZING – Establishing courses of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed efficiently. SAFETY AWARENESS – Identifying and correcting conditions that affect employee safety; upholding safety standards. Job Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering discipline with at least 3-5 years of experience in high-volume manufacturing environment, required. Increasing level of responsibilities in managing matters and resolving issues related to building and grounds maintenance, equipment and tooling design and modification, production equipment acquisition, installation and maintenance, project management and supervision. Knowledge and application of design, engineering and technology, computers and electronics, technology design, and problem solving. Capable of working with CAD/3D preferably SolidWorks. Working knowledge of Total Productive Maintenance practices/principles. Experience in Total Preventative Maintenance (TPM), lean management, Six Sigma or equivalent. Continuous improvement program experience, required.   Additional Information 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 position, the employee will be exposed to fumes, heat and dust, climate variances and moving mechanical equipment typically found in a manufacturing environment.  The noise level in the work environment is high when exposed to the manufacturing areas.  Certain personal protective equipment is required when in the manufacturing areas. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 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. 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. Employee must be able to lift product and display materials that weigh from 1 pound to 50 pounds on a consistent basis. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to bend, kneel, lift, stand, and walking on hard surfaces such as concrete.   ITW is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. We do not accept unsolicited resumes. To be considered an applicant, please apply online to a specific job posting. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the online application system process due to your disability, please click  here  for information on how to contact us directly.  ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.  As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.    

  Company Description ITW Description: Founded in 1912, ITW (NYSE: ITW) is a global industrial company built around a differentiated and proprietary business model. The company’s seven industry-leading segments leverage the ITW Business Model to generate solid growth with best-in-class margins and returns in markets where highly innovative, customer-focused solutions are required. ITW’s approximately 45,000 dedicated colleagues around the world thrive in the company’s decentralized, entrepreneurial culture. In 2019, the company achieved revenues of $14.1 billion, with roughly half coming from outside North America.    Job Description The Plant Operations Manager for our Lakeland, FL plant is a key leadership role in the division, responsible for achieving the goals and metrics of the manufacturing plant. The position is responsible to provide leadership for the overall Operations, Safety, Logistics, Production, Supply Chain, and Quality targets for the site and to drive safety, operational, financial improvement through ITW Enterprise Initiatives (FTB and Strategic Sourcing). Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership - Leading Safety and Health, as well all legal and compliance requirements for the site Leading the plant operations to manage and meet plant P&L commitments. Play a key role in helping to develop Annual Plan and Long Range Plans for the plant Develop “Best in Class” culture -  A culture of safety first, performance, accountability, engagement and teamwork. To conduct business in an ethical manner by following ITW Principles of Conduct. Operational Leadership - Assure compliance for all legal and statuary requirements for safety, health, and environment for the site (Federal, State, and Local). Create a Safety culture where all employees are accountable for safety, and assuring we have all required tools and resources to manage safety, including 5S to meet the goal of zero accidents Direct and coordinate site activities to obtain optimum efficiency and economics of operations (continuous improvement). Participate in the creation of the Annual and Long Range Plan for the Site Safely manage the site operations in order to meet or exceed production requirements according to resources assigned in Annual Plan (AP) and Long Range Plan (LRP) Plan. Drive margin improvements - obtain, analyze and improve all the operational KPI’s of the plant by using ITW toolbox (80/20) MRD, PLS) and strategic sourcing initiatives. Implement space utilization strategy – 80/20 execution in/out manufacturing. Review production costs and product quality and modifies production and inventory control programs to maintain and enhance profitable operation of divisions. Continuously seek and implement cost and waste reduction programs. Proficient in all company policies and procedures as they are outlined and defined. People Leadership - Lead teams and departments under direct responsibility (Maintenance, Production, Sourcing, Planning, HSE, Engineering and Logistics) to establish and deliver on stretch goals. Review Organization Structure and Talent periodically to ensure ‘fit for purpose’. Focus and guide Talent Development with the aid of tools available as part of the ‘Great ITW Leader Framework’   Qualifications Three to five years’ experience as a manufacturing plant leader; good mechanical/chemical aptitude required. 10-15 years in a manufacturing environment, preferably a just in time production cycle Experience in Chemical Manufacturing with Blending and filling processes. Strong written/verbal communication skills; good listening skills; a team player who demonstrates the ability to relate to employees at all levels of the Company and who is sensitive to cultural differences. Must be adept at analyzing facts and issues, identifying options, and able to decide and recommend a course of action.  Demonstrated ability to manage complexity and change. Customer Relationship Building skills to be a trusted advisor Attention to detail, well organized and able to solve problems. Ability to manage time in order to complete multiple tasks by required deadlines. People driven and motivates others to excel; Ability to identify and develop leaders Approachable, inspires trust and confidence.  Ability to use good judgment and discretion with highly confidential business and employee information. Bachelor’s of Science degree (Mechanical Engineer, Industrial Engineer, or Chemical Engineer as preference) Understanding of Lean Manufacturing, with experience implementing lean tools. MBA will be a plus Computer literacy required including user experience with manufacturing planning systems; Highly proficient in Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook Travel up to 5%   Additional Information PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to stand; walk; climb; balance on moving vehicles in standing and sitting positions, operate mechanical moving equipment; and to hear. The employee is constantly exposed to vibration while operating mechanical equipment.  The employee is frequently required to bend; stoop; stand; handle; finger; feel; reach forward with arms; and talk.  The employee is occasionally required to sit; crouch; kneel; squat; and twist.  The employee is rarely required to crawl.  The employee must occasionally lift, push/pull, and or move up to 65 pounds.  The employee must possess the mandatory ability to react and move quickly in case of emergency.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus/accommodate. RISKS   While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to the possibility of injury to the hands or feet and collision with moving equipment.  The possibility of fire exists. On rare occasion, the employee has the possibility of exposure (once a day) to electrical shock and battery explosion.  The employee may also rarely come into contact with toxic / caustic chemicals from damaged product.  WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and machinery.  A strong citrus odor is present constantly in the work environment.  The noise level in the work environment is moderate.  Work is performed inside with moderate amounts of heat, cold and humidity encountered.  Inside work can be dirty, with adequate lighting and ventilation.  Conditions can include the presence of hazards such as flammable liquids, moving machinery and working around and with others. Equal Opportunity Employer   ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.  As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.   ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.  As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.   ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.  As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.