Team Lead (TN) - 1st Shift

About the role

The Team Lead, who reports to the Production Supervisor, leads an assigned production team.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively, clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing with supervisors, team members and other departments.
• Provide direction and delegate assignments to team members in order to meet requirements.
• Monitor machines, daily production and WIP to communicate any issues or problems that affect productivity to supervision/management, including:
  • Machines down;
  • Scheduling issues;
  • Anything that can cause a customer shipment being missed;
  • Anticipating problems and taking appropriate action.
• Assist in troubleshooting and repair of machine issues.
• Assist with the weekly cycle count program and location counts; ensure these are done correctly and on time.
• Monitor Fork Truck drivers to ensure they are scanning material to correct locations to prevent inventory issues.
• Write up and submit service requests/work orders.
• Assist in quality investigations.
• Assist operators in non-conformance issues and write up NC’s in IQS.
• Evaluate operator skills on an ongoing basis and communicate training needs to supervision/management; train operators.
• Conduct audits and layered process audits of machines/processes as requested or scheduled.
• Ensure all forms and documents are being completed correctly and on time.
• Ensure posted documents are subject to proper document control (no reference-only paperwork allowed).
• Maintain safety practices including monitoring employees to ensure:
  • Appropriate footwear and protective eyewear are worn;
  • Other area-specific protective gear is utilized;
  • Safe operation of fork trucks or other moving equipment, wearing seatbelts as appropriate;
  • Communicating awareness of construction or repairs (non-routine work) by maintenance or outside vendors in the department.
• Ensure daily 5S activities are maintained:
  • Parts picked up off the floor;
  • Loose parts removed from machines;
  • All areas are clean, neat and organized.
• Set an attendance example for other employees; poor attendance can be reason for removal from group leader/team lead status.
• Deliver shift-to-shift handoff with incoming supervisor/GL’s.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• Minimum 12 months of related experience.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills, math skills and the ability to read and comprehend written instructions.
• Knowledge of 5S, equipment, processes and basic troubleshooting skills.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Benefits

• Health benefits effective on date of hire
• Dental and vision benefits effective on the first of the month following date of hire
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 10 paid holidays
• Generous 401(k) match and profit sharing
• Annual bonus potential
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• Flexible spending accounts
• Commuter benefits
• Education reimbursement
• Home and auto insurance discounts
• Pet insurance

Pay

The estimated salary range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. Individual pay is based on location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors.