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ARCOSA WIND TOWERS Continuous Improvement Technician in NEWTON, Iowa
Arcosa Wind Towers, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of structural wind towers in North America. We focus on excellence, offering premier value to our customers.
Arcosa Wind Towers is seeking aContinuous Improvement Technician for First Shift.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 youll do:
- Follow all safety rules and practices
- Fabricate engineered solutions generated through Lean activities such as: 5S, Kaizens 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)
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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
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What youll need:
- Be a dynamic team player, self-starter and results-oriented employee
- 5+ 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
- Standard Hours: Monday-Thursday, 5:00AM- 3:30PM, overtime as needed
Working Conditions:
- Work environment includes plant, warehouse, production and non-production areas and plant grounds.
- This position may require work/maintenance coverage beyond the normal hours, shift, and on weekends/holidays
- Ability to tolerate both high and low temperatures, loud noises typical of a manufacturing plant
Safety Activities:
- Be aware of and observe all safety practices.
- Know and follow all safety rules and procedures.
- Participate in safety committees and initiatives as assigned.
As an important member of the team, you will be responsible for:
- Activating the potential of our people,
- Caring for our customers,
- Optimizing operations and
- Integrating sustainability into our daily practices as well as our long-term strategy and promote a results-driven culture that is aligned with long term value creation.
Safety Sensitive: Yes
Benefits:
- Health and Pharmacy
- Dental and Vision
- Critical Illness
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Company Paid Life and ADandD Insurance
- Voluntary Life and ADandD Insurance
- 401(k) W/Company Match
- Short-Term Disability
- Voluntary Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program