Operations Leadership Training - QA

Overview

Individuals in the Operations Leadership Training program will learn the basics of our business, processes, and procedures to be capable of being a part of the management team within 6-24 months. This position will be immersed in core business processes designed to expose them to strategic learning opportunities that are relevant to long-term roles within the company.

The expectation of this position is to excel in operations processes, safety, quality, customer delivery, problem solving, and effective communication. The position will work with various groups and assignments, gradually increasing their responsibility within the organization, to ensure technical and social skills are advancing toward long-term leadership roles within the company. This is an entry level management position.

Responsibilities

• Participate in learning key manufacturing processes and programs. Become proficient in front-line and management operations roles to understand equipment, processes, people, and pace. Engage in activities designed to develop and prepare individuals to act as relief supervisors, support preventative maintenance programs, and participate in a start-up team. Assist in trouble shooting activities.
• Become proficient in quality assurance roles. Assist Quality Assurance in the development of new products, processes, quality specifications, monitoring of raw materials, and continuous improvement activities. Will learn how to establish and communicate new procedures.
• Upon a thorough understanding of how processes work, will participate with Leadership to understand how to sustain and enhance production or distribution capacity to support sales volume requirements.
• Work with plant Safety to support improvement in safety and regulatory program effectiveness.
• Develop, improve, and present technical information to educate and improve the effectiveness of employees and best practices. When technically proficient, begin educating and coaching others.
• Will perform special projects and other responsibilities as needed.
• Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to develop a solid foundation in mathematics, business, and sciences.
• Ability to become proficient in the use of computers.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoints is preferred.
• Ability to strengthen and enhance written and oral communication skills that communicate complex ideas clearly and effectively.
• Proven technical writing ability is advantageous.

Demonstrated Competencies

• Able to present information with conviction.
• Ability to strengthen problem-solving and critical thinking ability as well as organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to work across multiple functional areas and with all levels of employees and leadership.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams.
• Ability to work with a sense of urgency in a fast-paced organization and handle multiple projects to meet deadlines.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities.
• Self-motivated, proactive individual who will constantly seek opportunities for improvement.
• Ability to quickly become proficient in software relevant to job focus.
• Able to interpret information accurately.
• Must have regular and punctual attendance.

Physical Requirements

• Must be willing and able to travel.
• Promotional opportunities may require relocation.

Experience:  Current employee of empirical. Evidence of a leadership role is advantageous.Education:  Must possess relevant job experience, enabling individual’s ability to excel and progress in roles with increasing responsibility and impact.Department:   Operations