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Reiss Manufacturing, Inc. is currently searching for applicants for the position of Extrusion Supervisor.

Job Summary:

This person is responsible for the safe and cost-effective operation of the Extrusion department, to produce a quality product that meets our customer’s specifications, and delivery schedules. They must be knowledgeable of and follow Reiss’ Quality System Standard, safety, personnel policies, and housekeeping as applies to the job function.

About the Department:

Extrusion is a part-forming process generally performed by rubber fabricators. The process begins when a heat-cured silicone-formulated compound is preformed into a strip or slab. The silicone pre-form is then fed into a screw extruder that forces the compound through a hardened steel die. The die is held in place by the extruder head, and the die provides the shape of the silicone rubber once the silicone is forced through the die. The silicone profile exits the die and is then cured by continuously being pulled by a heated cured oven.

Essential Functions:

  • Direct and oversee all aspects of the Extrusion Department
  • Direct and oversee 10 plus employees
  • Direct and oversee departmental safety
  • Keep the department clean, neat, and orderly
  • Act as the direct representative of the department in all appropriate meetings
  • Oversee the work schedule, plan and direct day-to-day operations of the department, and make changes as needed
  • Responsible for job set up's daily
  • Maintain the production flow of the department in a manner that will meet the customer schedule requirements
  • Must be able to communicate well with employees, other supervisors, key team members, and management
  • Must be able to counsel employees on personnel manners, and refer to HR as needed
  • Evaluate and oversee the ongoing training of employees, maintain training records, and work with HR on departmental needs (hiring and training)
  • Must be able to fill out order requisitions for needed supplies
  • Must be able to maintain proper inventory and participate in bi-annual inventories
  • Must be able to follow oral and written instructions with clarity
  • Must be able to effectively lead and manage their team
  • Any and all additional job functions as deemed necessary by Production Manager

Requirements:

  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Forklift experience (preferred) or willingness to obtain forklift license
  • Supervisor experience (2 – 5 year minimum, preferred)
  • Must be able to communicate efficiently with several other department supervisors throughout the day while maintaining the flow of operations in the Extrusion Department
  • Applicants need to be able to use several forms of measurement devices, including rulers, calipers, and scales
  • Must have reliable transportation
  • Be able to work the designated schedule (Monday – Thursday, 6 AM to 4:30 PM) and overtime, as needed
  • Manufacturing experience, preferred
  • On-site training provided

Interested applicants can apply by through Indeed at: https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=e5712a8c8fe5e5eb&from=shareddesktop_copy

Reiss Manufacturing, Inc. is an EEO employer.

Description

At Reiss Manufacturing, we know quality is what sets us apart from the competition and we take that competitive advantage seriously. From the initial order through the final shipment, we have processes and procedures that guide our work, ensuring that we meet the high quality standards our customers expect and deserve. 

We are currently seeking a Quality Assurance Supervisor to be located full time in our Blackstone, VA office, who will report directly to our General Manager. 

The selected candidate will play an integral role in ensuring the implementation and management of our Quality Management System (QMS) in addition to the coordination, performance, and completion of all inspection and testing services of a project. 

You will work hand-in-hand with our plant personnel, customer service and sales departments, and management team; build relationships with individuals at every level of the organization; maintain and streamline existing processes and procedures; and act as an advocate for continuous improvement throughout the organization.  

This role requires strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, the ability to self-direct and an emphasis on strong project management fundamentals.

 

What work you will be responsible for:

  • Designing, implementing and improving company quality standards to maintain ISO 9001 compliance;
  • FAIR, PPAP, FMEA, Measurement Requests, Stock Checks
  • Performing Calibrations and Maintaining the schedule/database
  • Investigating and finalizing internal and external complaints (may include customer interactions)
  • Composing and conducting monthly CIT (Continuous Improvement Team) meetings;
  • Assisting in drafting Management Review Minutes;
  • Implementing a weekly quality topic;
  • Analyzing data and identifying areas for growth;
  • Addressing quality issues and implementing effective solutions;
  • Formulating strategies to increase productivity;
  • Interpreting blueprints/drawings;
  • Training, motivating, coaching, and correcting employees to ensure that standards are met;
  • Project management, record retention and organization;
  • Creating reports to track progress;
  • Staying updated with the latest industry standards and regulations in order to maintain high-quality standards;
  • Directly overseeing Quality Assurance Inspectors; and
  • Assisting with the recruiting process.
Skills needed to succeed:
  • Availability: Must be able to work 40 hours weekly with occasional overtime as the job requires.
  • Detailed Oriented and Organizational Skills: Must be able to keep impeccable records
  • Technical Proficiency and Problem-Solving Skills: Must be able to perform inspections on various parts in multiple departments.
  • Ability to use measuring equipment (i.e., calipers, thickness gauge, durometer, etc.)
  • Analytical Skills: Must be able to assess existing procedures and identify opportunities for improved efficiency and quality
  • Leadership Skills: Must be able to work in a team environment, as well as individually
  • Communication Skills: Must be able to deliver and follow written and oral instructions

Required qualifications:

  • Manufacturing Experience: Required
  • Quality Assurance Experience: 3-4 years of experience in quality assurance, quality control, and/or project management
  • Industry-Specific Experience: 3-4 years Manufacturing experience
  • Supervisor/Management Experience: 3-4 years in a leadership position with direct reports
  • Technically proficient with computers and generating reports, particularly Microsoft Office

Salary is negotiable and commensurate with experience. Our full-time positions also offer a competitive benefits package that includes:

  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter through Indeed: https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=64a1d83608faa5ba&from=shareddesktop_copy


About Reiss Manufacturing: 

Reiss Manufacturing is one of the leading custom silicone rubber manufacturers in the U.S. Founded in 1896, we are 4th generation family-owned and managed.

Located 50 miles southwest of Richmond, VA, our 110,000 square foot plant is filled with the latest equipment to compound, test, extrude, calender, mold and fabricate custom silicone products. Our 50+ employees have been with the company for an average of 10 years, with some working for the company 20 and 30 years.

We are committed to providing high-quality silicone products coupled with exemplary customer service, and have achieved ISO 9001 certification. As a custom manufacturer, listening to our customers and designing products that meet their specific needs is the foundation of our organization. 

Reiss Manufacturing, Inc. is currently searching for applicants for the position of Mill Room Supervisor.

Job Summary:

Responsible for the safe and cost-effective operation of the Mill Room department, to produce a quality product that meets our customers’ specifications and delivery schedules. Must be knowledgeable of and follow Reiss’s Quality Management System (QMS), safety, personnel policies, and housekeeping as applies to job function.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Direct and/or oversee departmental safety meetings,
  • Write up safety violations when needed.
  • Represent the department at all appropriate meetings.
  • Oversee the work schedule for all Mill Room employees.
  • Maintain the production flow to meet customers’ requirements and schedule.
  • Communicate with Human Resources on all personnel matters.
  • Evaluate and oversee the ongoing training of employees.
  • Arrange organizational conditions and methods of operations so employees can achieve goals best by directing their own efforts toward Reiss objectives.
  • Oversee that the Inventory is kept organized and up to date.
  • Manage and utilize any computer programs needed to help the department run smoothly.
  • Keep the department clean, neat, and orderly always.
  • Order department supplies as needed.
  • Responsible for all job set-ups and verifications.
  • Must wear Personal Protective equipment when necessary.

 

Additional Responsibilities

  • Any other additional job functions as deemed necessary.
  • Know the staffing needs of department.
  • Ability to follow written and oral instructions
  • Ability to lead and manage others effectively.

 

Required Qualifications:

Skills

  • Use of measurement instruments ie: Tape Measure, Calipers.
  • Strong attention detail, technical knowledge, and communication skills.
  • Basic computer literacy including Microsoft Office Products.
  • Ability to interpret blueprints/drawings.
  • Problem solving skills.
  • Time management
  • Basic math skills for measurements and calculations.
  • Team building
  • Motivating and leading
  • Must be able to lift 75 pounds.
  • Must be able to work 40 hours weekly with occasional overtime.

Experience

  • Manufacturing Experience of 2+ years.
  • Supervisor Experience of 2+ years.

Working Conditions

  • Manufacturing plant environment
  • Exposure to noise, dust, and machinery.
  • Non-Air controlled environment

Interested applicants can apply by submitting their resume nd cover letter via Indeed: https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=80e316cbde3f6776&from=shareddesktop_copy

Reiss Manufacturing, Inc. is an EEO employer.

Reiss Manufacturing of Blackstone, VA specializes in formulating silicone compounds and molding, extruding, and calendering silicone and related polymer products.

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY: The estimator provides customers with an estimated cost and lead-time to produce a manufactured part that will meet their quality, quantity, and delivery expectations. The estimator will work closely with engineering to assure adequate resources are available to meet customer’s requirements and with purchasing to determine material costs. They will mathematically calculate the cost of producing the requested material and communicate that price to the customer. A successful estimator will communicate professionally with coworkers and customers. They must have the ability to work with others in a team environment, accept direction from superiors, follow policies and procedures, and to accept constructive criticism. Finally, the estimator must be knowledgeable of and follow Reiss’s Quality System Standard, safety, personnel policies, and housekeeping as they apply to this job function.

Essential Functions:·

  • Determine volume and cost of materials needed to produce parts.
  • Check quote request and blueprint for all required information.
  • Communicate with vendors, engineers, sales, customer service and production.
  • Calculate the cost of production (materials, labor and additional charges).
  • Prepare all required paperwork for the customer file.
  • Complete established template to provide customer with price quote.
  • Send completed quote to customer.
  • Answer customer questions related to quotes, as requested.
  • Maintain confidentiality of all required information.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Attend applicable meetings and trainings.
  • Serve as a back-up for other office staff, as needed, to cover time off.
  • Perform other duties and handle special projects from time to time as assigned by the Office Supervisor and/or management members.
  • Any other additional job functions as deemed necessary.

Required Qualifications:

Skills

  • Must be able to pass a background check
  • Exemplary attendance is our expectation.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and materials
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Excellent mathematical, and organizational skills
  • Strong communication skills
  • Commitment to taking ownership and accountability for your work

Experience

  • 1+ year working in a manufacturing environment preferred
  • High school diploma or equivalent required

Reiss Manufacturing offers a benefit package to all full time employees that include:

*Medical *Vacation *Dental

*Holiday Pay *401k *Vision

To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to: humanresources@reissmfg.com

Description:

Reiss Manufacturing is currently hiring for a machinist in our Blackstone, VA plant.

The primary responsibility of this position will be to support manufacturing by building and/or repairing tooling, jigs, fixtures, and auxiliary equipment used in our molding, extrusion, compounding, calender and fabrication operations. Must be knowledgeable of and comply with ISO 9001 requirements, safety, personnel policies, and good housekeeping standards as applies to job function.

 

Essential Functions:

  • Ensures that high standards of safety are met and maintained while performing all job duties.
  • Uses appropriate safety equipment as required by job task such as safety glasses, hearing protection, welding apron, mask, gloves, etc.
  • Reads and interprets manufacturing drawings. Ability to work from verbal or written instructions. May be required to reverse engineer from existing parts when no drawings are available.
  • Ability to set up and operate mills, lathes, surface grinders, and other standard tool room equipment. Proficient in the use of cutting tools, tool holders and fixturing.
  • Uses precision measuring equipment to perform inspection of work such as micrometers, calipers, depth gages, and indicators.
  • Basic math skills required.
  • Uses hand tools in performance of duties as required.
  • Must be capable of working with others in a team environment, accepting direction from supervisors, following work rules and procedures, and accepting constructive criticism.
  • Attention to detail is essential for this position.
  • Performs any other additional job function as deemed necessary by supervisors and/or management.

Experience:

  • CNC programming required.
  • Welding experience preferred.

Schedule:

  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Work Location: In person (Blackstone, VA)
  • 10 hour shift, 4 days per week (Mon-Thurs)
  • Day shift

Salary is negotiable and commensurate with experience. Our full-time positions also offer a competitive benefits package that includes:

  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
  • Paid time off

To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to: humanresources@reissmfg.com

About Reiss Manufacturing: 

Reiss Manufacturing is one of the leading custom silicone rubber manufacturers in the U.S. Founded in 1896, we are 4th generation family-owned and managed.

Located 50 miles southwest of Richmond, VA, our 110,000 square foot plant is filled with the latest equipment to compound, test, extrude, calender, mold and fabricate custom silicone products.

We are a supportive, engaging, and rewarding organization, and our goal is to promote teamwork to ensure our customers are satisfied.

A message from our President, Carl Reiss... “Our longevity and growth can be attributed to a few core principles... We treat employees respectfully and are honored that most of our colleagues have been here for twenty years, and many others for thirty plus. We operate without debt, which has ensured our existence over the generations. We deliver high-quality, reasonably-priced products and services that meet our customers’ specifications and expectations.”

Description:

Reiss Manufacturing Inc. is currently accepting applications for various full time positions in the production facility.

Required Qualifications:

  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment
  • Must be able to accurately take measurements and weights
  • Must be able to work overtime as needed (mandatory)
  • Must be able to lift over 50 lbs. (non-negotiable)
  • Must be able to stand for 10-12 hours per day

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

  • Production and/or warehouse experience

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift, 4 days per week (Mon-Thurs)
  • 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Work Location: In person (Blackstone, VA)
  • Job Type: Full-time

Salary is negotiable and commensurate with experience. Our full-time positions also offer a competitive benefits package that includes:

  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter through Indeed:  https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=12b9d5f55ec4a406&from=shareddesktop

About Reiss Manufacturing: 

Reiss Manufacturing is one of the leading custom silicone rubber manufacturers in the U.S. Founded in 1896, we are 4th generation family-owned and managed.

Located 50 miles southwest of Richmond, VA, our 110,000 square foot plant is filled with the latest equipment to compound, test, extrude, calender, mold and fabricate custom silicone products. Our 50+ employees have been with the company for an average of 10 years, with some working for the company 20 and 30 years.

We are committed to providing high-quality silicone products coupled with exemplary customer service, and have achieved ISO 9001 certification. As a custom manufacturer, listening to our customers and designing products that meet their specific needs is the foundation of our organization. 

Interested in production work? Submit your resume to
humanresources@reissmfg.com to be considered for future opportunities.