Shift Lead - Coating Acupac Non-Woven Operators Direct

About the Role

This position maintains a high degree of performance in the operation of coating ovens to ensure safe, efficient, and economical function. The Coating Lead works with Coating Operator I to meet operating standards and maintain safety and cGMP compliance.

Responsibilities

• Work with Q/A on the release of machines and products being manufactured.
• Sign for receipt of components, issues, returns, and transfers, ensuring accurate recording.
• Ensure proper line clearance from the previous job before starting the machine, and verify correct components and materials for new startups.
• Exceed all operational standards and ensure product specifications are met.
• Perform daily cleaning and maintenance of the work center and area.
• Record production data, post production information, and complete reports and pallet tickets both electronically and on paper.
• Complete line cleaning and product changes.
• Assign routine daily tasks to Coating operators and auxiliary staff.
• Assist in the training of coating operators and techs.
• Reassign staff to the Packette area if workload is insufficient, reporting to Packette Supervision for assignments.
• Perform other tasks as needed.

Paperwork

• Follow PSDS instructions to ensure accuracy.
• Complete and submit an operator report at the end of every shift.
• Complete and submit a line clearance for each shift.
• Prepare paperwork to return materials to stock.
• Reconcile components daily.
• Ensure timely and thorough processing of paperwork to support expedient delivery of material to Packette production.

Control of Materials

• Verify materials on the line are correct for the job.
• Check that all materials are released.
• Process returns with correct counts and proper labeling.
• Ensure sufficient material availability.

Communication

• Communicate with Manager, Supervisor, QC, and other Operators.
• Seek help for problems related to people, machines, quality, or other issues.
• Describe machine problems clearly to mechanics to aid repairs.
• Provide constructive feedback to operators to improve performance.

Safety

• Know how to stop the machine correctly and quickly.
• Follow procedures for fire drills.
• Maintain a clean work area.
• Properly manage trash and recycling.
• Follow cGMP requirements.
• Understand Hazardous Communication / MSDS (Right to Know).

Qualifications

• High learning ability to perform manual assembly and machine-related duties while meeting quality and quantity standards.
• Excellent visual inspection skills to identify defects.
• Strong clerical ability to accurately record data, with basic mathematical aptitude.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend operating procedures in English (bilingual Spanish a plus).
• Necessary machine skills, including proper operation, adjustment, maintenance, and safe work practices.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation Time
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Performance-Based Annual Bonus Eligibility

Eligibility and benefit offerings may vary based on employment status and company policy.