About CooperVision CooperVision, a unit of The Cooper Companies, Inc. (NYSE:COO), is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of soft contact lenses and related products and services. The Company produces a full array of monthly, two-week and daily disposable contact lenses, all featuring advanced materials and optics. CooperVision has a strong heritage of solving the toughest vision challenges such as astigmatism and presbyopia; and offers the most complete collection of spherical, toric and multifocal products available. Through a combination of innovative products and focused practitioner support, the company brings a refreshing perspective to the marketplace, creating real advantages for customers and wearers. For more information, visit www.coopervision.com/.
JOB TITLE: Operations Coordinator DEPARTMENT:
JOB SUMMARY Coordinates a highly motivated team and ensures that all procedures taking place comply with Food & Drug Administration (FDA), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and ISO regulations. Responsible for ensuring staff is trained on processes. Function as a process expert and troubleshooter. Function in a team environment that requires energy, self-motivation and a strong sense of urgency. Working with supervisor, other members of management, and other operations employees, helps to ensure Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are met.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Monitors workflow and adjusts personnel operations as necessary.
Oversee machine set-up, adjustments, installations and work in progress inspection.
Interpret as well as execute daily quality, volume, and yield requirements of the area you are responsible for.
Ensures continued adherence to standards of tolerance and product quality.
Maintain regular observation of all production operations and processes and act as a resource for employee inquiries.
Direct or perform basic equipment adjustments in order to optimize equipment performance.
Perform other support services related to production as directed.
May evaluate new or prototype equipment relative to production.
Provide operational feedback to the shift supervisor and maintenance technicians and recommend solutions to problems.
As needed, substitutes for production employees to assure a smooth work flow and optimum production.
Provides regular input and assistance to the department supervisor with regard to employee performance, disciplinary actions and positive reinforcement feedback.
Communicates effectively to all levels of the organization. Sends detailed daily shift reports on performance in assigned area.
Enforces adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and regulatory requirements, including FDA, GMP, and ISO.
Coaches employees on demonstrating behavior which models CooperVision’s values.
Ensures that production operations are compliant with facility safety regulations and best practices, communicates regular safety updates to employees.
Monitors work assignments that have been given high priority to ensure work is carried out on schedule.
Perform equipment cleaning duties as necessary.
In the absence of the Supervisor, will oversee the department.
Performs other duties as assigned.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Microsoft Office Suite skills/ knowledge/ experience or equivalent training required.
Ability to follow basic procedural and regulatory requirements.
Exhibits leadership skills and provide direction to others.
Exhibits good communication skills – verbal, written, and comprehension of the English language.
Data analysis and interpretation skills.
Requires a basic knowledge of Baan ERP, CooperVision Manufacturing Lathing (CVML) software, Agile, Kronos and other required systems
Ability to operate, enter data, and retrieve data into electronic devices such as computers, scanners, and Equipment Human-Machine Interface control panels.
Ability to interpret equipment performance and apply corrective actions as needed.
Analyze yield and efficiency data and make adjustments as necessary to meet shift goals.
Must be extremely proactive in problem solving and equipment performance.
Have the ability to effectively communicate technical system problems to support groups.
Adaptable, able to creatively brainstorm and work successfully with other departments on issues outside of manufacturing control.
Knowledge of 5S, Lean Manufacturing a plus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Noisy conditions
Dusty conditions
Work near moving mechanical parts
Standing 50-75%
Sitting, Walking, Bending, Stooping <25%
Twisting 50-75%
Reaching overhead<25%
Hand/eye coordination >75%
Finger/wrist dexterity >75%
Grasping/pinching 25-50%
Lifting up to 25 lbs. >75%
EDUCATION
Associates degree required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Mechanical or Industrial Arts training preferred.
EXPERIENCE
Minimum 1 year experience as a production operator (or equivalent role) and demonstrated capacity for leadership