Work environment may include exposure to oil, grease, occupational noise, cleaning solvents, dust, metal particles, sparks, coolant, and sharp‑edged materials; PPE such as safety glasses, dust masks, ear plugs, cut‑resistant or chemical‑resistant gloves, and engineering controls may be required. By afternoon, you’re deep in Lean daily management, removing bottlenecks, reviewing cost and quality improvement projects, and preparing a performance update for leadership and customers.