About Gleason
Gleason is a global, advanced manufacturing company in the Gear Services Industry that helps some of the most recognized companies in the world solve problems. Our storied success comes from a shared belief in rolling up our sleeves and doing the hard work of solving complex challenges, executing well and implementing technology to help our customers achieve their objectives. Working for Gleason, you will be connected to work that matters, putting your expertise to its best use while developing skills for the future. The result is a career defined by you, supported by Gleason and built on tangible accomplishments. As we continue to grow and evolve, we are looking for the right people to join us on our mission. If you are interested in being part of our team, there are a few things you should know: We are energized by challenges and the effort needed to solve them. We like working with people who are positive, adaptable and growth-minded. We care how work gets accomplished and are deeply invested in the success of our customers and colleagues. If this sounds like you, we invite you to read on and learn more.

Why work at Gleason?

• Excellent benefits package including a 6% Company 401(k) match
• Flexible scheduling options available in some departments
• NYS Certified Apprenticeship Program
• Shift premiums for 2nd and 3rd shifts
• Formal and informal development opportunities.

This position is responsible for managing and defining the processes, people, and equipment associated with internally manufactured components. The primary responsibilities will be to define, measure, analyze, and improve performance against manufacturing KPI’s including aspects related to machining talent development and hiring activity, equipment/ technology acquisition, and overall machining strategy development/implementation. This position will plan, manage, and report on monthly departmental expenses and capital project budgets. In addition, will provide direct oversight to the Component Manufacturing Supervisor and act as a backup to the Supervisor duties.

Job Details:

• Support, and act as a back for, duties performed by the components manufacturing supervisor.
• Manage department budgets and develop yearly forecasts.
• Review and analyze manufacturing variances and implement reduction initiatives.
• Review manufacturing costs and provide cost estimates on components.
• Develop department strategies and propose departmental layouts.
• Research new manufacturing technologies to aide in manufacturing operations.
• Technical liaison with external tooling suppliers.
• Lead new capital appropriations to advance our internal capabilities and technologies.
• Interact and develop relationships with institutions aimed at creating incoming machining pipelines.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Skill Requirements:

• Strong Leadership Skills
• Continuous Improvement using Lean Tools and ability to train others
• Knowledge of machining and/or fabrication manufacturing processes
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and ability to resolve issues in a professional, effective manner
• Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet
• Critical thinking, decision making, complex problem solving, project management, expert in primary function(s), ability to lead, motivate and develop skills among colleagues and subordinates.

Qualification and Educational Requirements:

• Associates degree in relevant technical field preferred or equivalent work experience.
• three (3) years minimum supervisory experience in an advance manufacturing environment
• Experience in a high mix low volume environment.
• Lean knowledge and proven implementation of 5S/Standard Work/SMED/Flow/TPM/etc. in a manufacturing environment.
• Aptitude to build, lead (coaching/mentoring) a strong team of skilled machinists.
• Measurable success in reducing direct / indirect labor costs, while increasing overall facility efficiency, productivity, output and quality.
• Ability to ensure production flow is optimized through a process that is sustainable.
• Experience regarding implementation of constraint and flow manufacturing processes, working capital / inventory turn maximization, quality / ISO processes are all preferred.
• Extensive experience with manufacturing process improvement, including facility enhancement & improvement, Total Cycle Time reduction principals, lead time reduction, workflow / layout enhancement program and capacity management planning.
• Working knowledge of SAP is highly desirable.

MANUFACTURING ENVIRONMENT
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job in a manufacturing environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Employees are required to use proper lift assistance for any objects over 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job may include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job in a manufacturing environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts; wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, experience and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed. Employees are required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by their manager or supervisor.

DISCLAIMER
The duties listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed and is not an all inclusive summary of job duties and responsibilities. The omission of specific statements or duties and responsibilities does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the Company as the needs of the Company and requirements of the job change.

Gleason is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to age, disability, genetic information and/or predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, national origin, race/color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, victim of domestic violence status, arrest or conviction record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.

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