As a Senior Production Specialist in the Water Manufacturing organization, you will perform a variety of manufacturing tasks while maintaining a clean and safe work environment. You will have the opportunity to cross-train in multiple processes and gain new skills that can help you advance in any career. You will operate under 5S and Lean Manufacturing principles and ISO standards. You will be making a difference daily by supporting production of innovative products that keep people and animals healthy. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work independently, take initiative, and possess agility and a mind for continuous improvement.
Exceeding customer expectations is one of our guiding principles at IDEXX. Our credibility as a company relies on our ability to deliver quality products to our customers on time and with no disruption to their business. IDEXX’s Worldwide Operations Team works to meet this challenge each day with a global network of distribution hubs and a focus on efficiency, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.
Shift Information - Monday - Friday - 7:00am - 3:30pm
What you can expect in this role:
You will perform a variety of production/manufacturing tasks producing high quality water diagnostic product while maintaining a clean and safe work environment
You will fulfill requests for critical materials from the QC, R&D, and Raw Materials Testing groups
You will be responsible for orders along with the Manufacturing team as well as handling reconciliation of orders and workflows
You will serve as a liaison to internal customers by providing critical supplies to the group
You will train new team members on relevant SAP transactions, work order yielding, and other manufacturing tasks.
You will support continuous improvement and Lean initiatives
You will coordinate work with Facilities and external vendors as needed to support lab and equipment maintenance
You will be expected to identify problems and assist in routine problem solving and troubleshooting of equipment
You will ensure equipment cleaning, maintenance, and calibrations are performed in a timely manner
You will complete assignments without supervision, solve problems independently and assume responsibility as appropriate
You will work with a small team, on shared or individual tasks.
You typically have 4+ years production and/or manufacturing experience
What you will need to succeed
You have a High School diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience; an Associate degree or equivalent is preferred
You have experience and skills in WORD, EXCEL, and other various Microsoft applications.
You have data gathering and analytical ability
You have mechanical ability as well as physical.
You have excellent interpersonal skills and have a successful track record working cross-functionally
You have leadership and project organization skills.
You have a strong ethical compass for quality and process control decisions and reporting
You possess strong verbal and written communication skills
You can work both individually and as a team player
You are a continuous learner who embraces a growth mindset
What you can expect from us:
An hourly rate target of $22/hour - $24/hour based on experience
Opportunity for annual cash bonus
Opportunity for performance based annual merit increase
Health / Dental / Vision Benefits Day - One
5% matching 401k
Generous PTO benefits
Additional benefits including but not limited to pet insurance, mental health resources, volunteer paid days off, employee stock program, foundation donation matching, and much more!
Why IDEXX?
We’re proud of the work we do because our work matters. Every role at IDEXX contributes to enhancing the health and wellbeing of pets, people, and livestock. With over 10, 000 global team members, customers in over 175 countries, and a fast-growing industry - we’re always looking for motivated and inspiring people to join us.
We offer competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits. You’ll be part of a double-digit growth company in a quickly growing market and we are leading the way forward with innovative products, services, and a strong focus on our customers.
IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBT individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.
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