Shift Lead - 2nd Shift

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Plant Manager, the Shift Lead directs and assists in the work activities of production employees.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee production floor activities to achieve safe, efficient operation of quality product
• Maintain production levels
• Make quality control decisions
• Safety
• Ensure safety policies and procedures are followed
• Perform accident investigations
• Coach and develop employees through on-the-spot feedback, annual performance reviews, and corrective actions
• Communicate and enforce company rules and policies
• Approve weekly timecards and requests for time off
• Conduct employee training of equipment operations and safety procedures, or assign employee training to experienced workers
• Backup plant personnel to operate machines, forklift, crane, etc.
• Provide efficient changeover to next shift lead
• Complete production documentation
• Ensure that maintenance of plant equipment, both troubleshooting and preventive maintenance, is completed through proper communication with maintenance

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, and quality standards
• Knowledge of machines including their limitations
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic
• Knowledge of and ability to comply with safety rules and requirements
• Ability to accurately use tape measures, Rockwell tester, micrometers and calipers
• Ability to read and understand material tags and production instructions
• Ability to correctly retrieve and input data in a computer
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Critical thinking skills
• Time management skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to routinely climb stairs, ladders, or platforms
• Ability to routinely twist, bend, and squat
• Ability to walk and stand for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to repetitively reach and grasp
• Ability to frequently lift, push, and/or pull up to 50lbs

WORKING CONDITIONS

• This is a safety sensitive position.
• This work is performed in a manufacturing setting with moderate to high levels of noise due to machinery and equipment processes.
• The temperature of the facility will vary based on the outside weather conditions.
• This position requires the use of personal protective equipment for safety compliance and may include overtime as deemed necessary by management.