The Lead Associate performs a range of tasks depending on the composition of the team and cell/building initiatives. Generally, the Lead Associate coordinates the day-to-day planning of the operation to ensure the team meets their daily production goals.

The Lead Associate will perform the lead tasks approximately 50% of the time and will function in their manufacturing associate capacity the remainder of the time. The time spent on these tasks may be adjusted based on business needs. • The Lead Associate must be able to effectively escalate any issues to the Operations Supervisor or other key operational team members.

Lead Associate major responsibilities include (but are limited to):

Operational Management

• Track daily production activities and escalate any problems to the Supervisor or other key operational team members.

• Assist in scheduling and level loading operations to meet the operations performance metrics using tools such as: Crystal Reports, and other Visual tools.

• Monitor QDIP process and review performance through the daily metrics. In addition, monitor relevant KPI’s.

• Help ensure that Safety policies are being followed by all team members and escalate any problems to the Supervisor or other key operational team members.

• Monitor cell/building-specific actions (RAIL items) to ensure timely completion. • Monitor accuracy of build paperwork.

• Monitor and drive standard work processes.

• Assist in Failure Review Board issues as assigned.

• Actively work with the team to identify and work on continuous improvement projects as assigned. • May attend operational meetings on behalf of the Supervisor.

Team Development

• Monitor associate skills and provide input on training and cross training needs. • Escalate any interpersonal issues/team conflicts directly to the Supervisor.

• Provide feedback on positive behaviors for an individual or the team to the Supervisor for recognition purposes.

• Monitor the team’s performance and provide input to assist the Supervisor in completing associate’s performance reviews.

• May train team members based on their expertise in the subject matter as assigned.

• Promote good behaviors by coaching and mentoring team members.

Team Engagement

• Encourage team members to submit suggestions and provide solutions for manufacturing issues.

• Involve team members in problem solving activities and QDIP assignments.

• Minimum Associate Level II position for at least one year –Must have excellent communication skills and ability to communicate to all levels of the organization

• Must be a self-starter

• Must be organized

• Able to work with minimal supervision

• Good problem-solving skills • Lean and 5S knowledge desired

• Minimum of 1 year experience directly with the assigned operational team preferred

• Some customer interface experience preferred

• Computer skills a plus: Microsoft office products and Visual business systems

  Fortive Corporation Overview

  Fortive’s essential technology makes the world stronger, safer, and smarter. We accelerate transformation across a broad range of applications including environmental, health and safety compliance, industrial condition monitoring, next-generation product design, and healthcare safety solutions.

We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in software-powered workflow solutions, data-driven intelligence, AI-powered automation, and other disruptive technologies. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to groundbreaking sustainability solutions.

We are a diverse team 18,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.

At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.

At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone.

At Fortive, we believe in growth. We’re honest about what’s working and what isn’t, and we never stop improving and innovating.

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Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company (PacSci EMC), a Fortive Corporation (NYSE: FTV) operating company, makes critical missions possible. From concept to demonstration to delivery, we provide leading-edge energetic materials, devices and subsystems for use in military and commercial applications. With engineering and manufacturing capability in Arizona and California, our associates work together to solve the toughest technical challenges with a dedication to Safety First, Quality Every TimeTM. We enable success for innumerable missions on a daily basis, impacting the lives of military personnel, law enforcement officers, commercial airline pilots, astronauts, and oil field operators. For nearly a century, PacSci EMC’s experience and expertise has been relied upon in the times When Milliseconds MatterTM. For more information, go to www.psemc.com .

PacSci EMC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, sex, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, or veteran status. Nonetheless, pursuant to our subcontractor status on highly sensitive national security matters, Mechanical Assemblers and all other floor personnel who frequently shift cell assignments, as well as any personnel directly working with the following contract are subject to the following contractual provision: THAAD PRIME Flowdowns (H-Clauses) H-42 FOREIGN PERSONS, paragraph D., “All employees of all entities that make up the Contractor’s team, whether subcontractors, consultants, or anyone who works with or on behalf of the Contractor will be citizens of the U.S.” Accordingly, only U.S. citizens will be qualified to fill these roles. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. Pursuant to our subcontractor status on highly sensitive national security matters, an applicant who receives a conditional offer for this role will be required to pass a United States Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) background screen.

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Hollister, CA: The hourly range for this position is $18.85 - $35.00

This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.

Base pay offered may vary depending on various factors, including, but not limited to: job-related knowledge; skills; experience; and other eligibility factors such as geographic location. The Total Rewards package includes competitive base pay and an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and several programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.