CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT TECHNICIAN WITH NEW WAGE SCHEDULE AND SIGN-ON BONUS at Arcosa Inc in Newton, Iowa

Job Description:

Position Overview:

Arcosa Wind Towers is seeking a Continuous Improvement Technician. This position supports continuous improvement at the facility through the fabrication of engineered solutions to drive waste elimination within our manufacturing processes. 

Location: Newton, IA

What you will do:

• Follow all safety rules and practices


• Fabricate engineered solutions generated through Lean activities such as: 5S, OpEx, and safety related root cause analysis problem solving measures (involves use of hand tools, power tools, weld, electrical and electronic test equipment as needed by project)

• Ergonomic improvements


• Work station improvements & tool boards




• shelves, boards, brackets, fixtures, gauges, etc.




• Creating visual display signage




• Provide cost analysis and recommendation on fabricate vs buy scenarios as needed


• Maintain work area adhering to a high standard of organization and upkeep of tools and materials


• Support CI in root cause analysis/problem solving activities for reoccurring abnormalities as needed where fabrication of an engineered solution is warranted


• Provide regular and consistent project updates


• Properly maintain assigned equipment and perform routine TPM as required

• Other duties as assigned

What you’ll need:

• Be a dynamic team player, self-starter and results-oriented employee


• 2+ years steel fabrication experience (preferred)


• Ability to self-motivate and stay on task without direct supervision


• Ability to read blueprints and CAD details


• The ability to stand, stoop, bend, lift, walk, climb stairs, ladders and catwalks up to 60 feet as required

Working Conditions:

• Shop environment experiencing high and low temperatures, loud noises typical of a manufacturing plant


• Hourly position, generally Monday – Friday but the ideal candidate would be available for 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th shift coverage as needed as specific projects warrant


• Work environment includes plant, warehouse, production and non-production areas including plant grounds as needed


• In rare instances, position may require work/maintenance coverage beyond normal hours, shift, or on weekends/holidays to support production continuation




• Benefits


• Benefits Include:
  
  
  
  • Health & Pharmacy
  
  
  • Dental & Vision
  
  
  • Critical Illness
  
  
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  
  
  • Company Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
  
  
  • Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
  
  
  • 401(k) W/Company Match
  
  
  • Short-Term Disability
  
  
  • Voluntary Long-Term Disability
  
  
  • Employee Assistance Program
  
  
  
  

 

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