Lead Operator

2ND SHIFT- 3PM-11:30PM

Position Summary

Provides support, direction, and training to Machine Operators, and assists the Production Supervisor with day-to-day shift responsibilities and meeting production and quality goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

- Assists the Shift Supervisor in assigning Machine Operators to the press(es) they will operate during their shift.

- Provide training to new Machine Operators

- Train new ops on paperwork and shop rules on shop floor

- Train new operators on standard work procedures on operator instructions

- Train production jobs and competency test operators for rate

- Train and test for quality criteria

- Cross train current operators on new jobs and test. If necessary, coach and retrain.

- Complete training Packets from HR on all new employees in 21 days.

- Update training matrix on floor for all employees and provide information to HR.

- Confer with management, supervisors, and employees to gain knowledge of work situations requiring training and to better understand changes in policies, procedures, regulations, business initiatives and technologies.

- Coordinate training schedule with the hiring and training demands of the production floor.

- Formulate teaching outline and determine instructional methods such as individual training, group instruction, lectures, demonstrations, conferences, meetings, and workshops.

- Select or develop teaching aids such as training handbooks, demonstration models, multimedia visual aids, computer tutorials and reference works.

- Conduct training sessions covering specified areas such as on-the-job training, refresher training, etc.

- Test trainees to measure progress and to evaluate effectiveness of training.

- Report on progress of employees under guidance during training periods.

- Monitor methods used by employees for shipping and inbound duties and make on the spot corrections.

- Assist employees with problems concerning "how to" perform specific tasks related to their position.

- Make suggestions on improving work procedures in the facility.

- Develop strong relationship with all departments to develop course materials and receive feedback.

- Ensure work is being done in a safe and efficient manner.

- Works with Engineer(s), other personnel and resources to arrange for necessary tools and supplies.

- Inspects, coordinates and records work performed by the shift.

- Works in conjunction with the Tool Repair and Maintenance personnel in the case of repairs and preventative maintenance situations

- Assists in working out discipline problems with shift operators.

- Participates in interview process of new shift members.

- Ensures work areas are clean and maintained.

- Monitor and audit the production floor.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work, duties and responsibilities expected of the incumbent. The incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The job description may be changed if needed as determined by the Company.

Required Competencies, Skills, and Experience

- Prior experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

- Prior Plastics Injection Molding experience preferred.

- Pro-active problem solver.

- Good decision-making skills.

- Ability to positively motivate others.

- Excellent communication and organizational skills.

- Must be self-motivated and organized.

Education and Job Experience Requirements

- High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

- Normal manufacturing environment.

- Standing for long periods of time.

- Moderate continuous lifting, pushing, pulling.

- Reaching overhead.

- Subject to high noise levels from operating machines.

- Physical hazards from moving equipment and machine parts.

- Moderate and sometimes heavy lifting.

The work environment and physical demands detailed above are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Regular, predictable attendance is required for this position. Attendance is a prerequisite to other job functions.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.