Team Leader - 2nd shift/ 4x10s

Job Title: Production Team Lead

Reports to: Operations Leader

Location: Springfield, TN

Pay Rate: $22 - $24/hr based on experience

• $1.00 shift differential for nights

Hours: 4x10 schedule / 4:45 p.m. to 3:15 a.m. (OT as needed)

Sign-On Bonus: $1,000 to be paid out as follows:

• $500 at 90 days
• $500 at 180 days 

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The Production Team Lead is an hourly, hands-on leadership position that reports to the Operations Leader. This role coordinates daily production workflow, supports staffing and work assignments, monitors safety, quality, and production performance, and serves as a primary trainer and coach for production employees. The Team Lead is expected to be proficient on applicable production equipment, reinforce standard work, communicate operating concerns to the Operations Leader, and help maintain a safe, organized, and productive work environment.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work to maintain a zero OSHA Recordable Incident Rate (ORIR). Goal: zero injuries.
• Promptly report all injuries, incidents, near misses, unsafe conditions, and property damage, and participate in incident investigations and corrective actions as assigned.
• Complete Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and conduct ongoing reviews and revisions of existing JHAs.
• Adhere to ISO guidelines.
• Follow Lock Tag Try guidelines.
• Monitor shift performance against established production standards, identify barriers, and partner with the Operations Leader to implement corrective action.
• Participate in continuous improvement: 5S, Kaizen, etc.
• Prioritize customer requirements, promptly communicate risks to schedule attainment, and support actions to prevent or minimize customer delays and outages.
• Ensure that Job Control Plans (JCPs) and work instructions are followed; verify documentation and understanding of training with all associates; and ensure all guidelines are followed.
• Effectively plan and staff to complete scheduled work orders. Post the associate schedule the day prior with Operations Leader approval.
• Ensure all necessary equipment and supplies are provided and available.
• Partner with the CI Advocate to ensure Machine Operators receive production work orders, labels, and required paperwork at the start of the shift and 30 minutes before the current order is completed. Promptly communicate schedule or order changes to the Operations Leader.
• Use SAP and L2L to support accurate process-order execution, production reporting, and inventory control.
• Review completed work orders for accuracy and submit them to the Operations Leader each day.
• Verify that die changes are completed according to standard work and that all dies are properly stored.
• Identify, segregate, and support the disposition of scrap and nonconforming material in accordance with approved quality and ISO procedures.
• Verify that required first-piece and in-process quality checks are completed and documented and escalate nonconforming conditions according to established procedures.
• Mentor, coach, and train Machine Operators and Production Associates as needed. Ensure that the training and new-hire procedure is completed for all personnel.
• Other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS / MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• One or more years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated strong safety, quality, and attendance record.
• Ability to learn and effectively use SAP, L2L and other required business systems.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and apply effective problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read, write, and interpret safety rules, operating procedures, work instructions, blueprints, and other job-related documents.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with employees, peers, and leaders.

• Must be able to read a scale and tape measure.

• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and escalate issues appropriately.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain required tow motor operator license.

• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and required production systems.
• Ability to communicate expectations, provide constructive coaching, and coordinate work across the shift.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Standing or walking for 8–12 hours at a time.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Exposure to moderate noise levels.
• Bending, twisting, and turning.
• Frequent handling of tools, materials, and controls, and performance of visual inspections of products, equipment, and documentation.
• Close and distance vision abilities.
• Work with fiberglass insulation.
• Regular work near moving mechanical parts.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position.  Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties.  All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.  To perform this job successfully, the incumbents(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently.  Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others.  The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.