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The basic function of the Mix Department is to produce homogenous compounds made from natural rubber, synthetic rubber, fillers, softeners and rubber chemicals for the production of rubber-based products in Lincoln, other Continental/ContiTech production plant sites and for external customers in the automotive and industry sectors. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:Reports functional to the Head of Compounding Lincoln and has one direct staff report.  Ensure operation of all production, rework processes and equipment according to standards and planning in close cooperation with Safety, Quality, Process Engineering, Production Planning and Maintenance associates.Ensure operation of in-process quality control and final inspection according to standards and planning Initiate and control measures to improve production process performance Improve and follow up regularly on quality and losses with relevant departmentsEnsures compliance with requirements regarding Environment Safety and Health (ESH) Operate shop floor training management (i.e. education and training of variable staff for production, logistics and maintenance processes)Support production performance (KPI) monitoring and reporting (e.g. regarding cost, lead time, quality, scrap, waste, energy, OEE, etc.) in cooperation with manufacturing engineering and plant controlling Meets daily with mix employees to assess shift performance (Safety, Quality, Delivery and Productivity).Perform audits on work rules, 5S, standard work and other plant objectivesSupport, disposition of off-test stock, processing feedback, material/production planning, Shipping receiving, maintenance, and Engineering as needed.This position is accountable for leading, managing, providing direction and support to the Compounding production processes overall and on shift.Manage and coordinate the production functions of the Compounding area Ensure the achievement of production targets according to internal and external customer expectationsPromote and maintain a safe and healthy work environment by complying with corporate and governmental regulations as well as lean principles. Ensure all associates are working to meet the organization’s metrics around safety, quality, delivery and cost.WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY Immediate Benefits Paid Time Off Tuition & Employee Discounts Annual Bonus Employer 401(k) Match And more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!