Job Summary

1st shift position, Mon.-Thurs. 5am-3:30pm Fri. 5am-1pm

Assist in streamlining the production line by maintaining a consistent progress flow in the line operation of the particular department. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assist supervisor in overseeing personnel and production to ensure the final product is manufactured safely, is of high quality, and delivered on time to customer.

Operate all sections/stations of the work center for employee training and troubleshooting purposes. Assist department supervisor in handling the production line personnel as well as the production work-flow.  Train new hires and/or transfers into the department.  Ensure that all personnel, prior to the start of shift, are wearing the correct safety equipment and that safety awareness is maintained.  Ensure that individuals are applying proper techniques that comply with proper quality control procedures.  Check machinery for proper function and report to supervisor if necessary.  Ensure that work effort is being applied effectively and that company quality standards and production capacities for the shift are met. Provide feedback to Department Supervisor regarding performance of department employees.

Regular and predictable attendance, safely perform tasks, and adherence to all safety policies and procedures are essential functions of your job.

Skills, Knowledge, and Ability Requirements

To be considered for a Lead position, the following conditions must be met:

·      Ability to lead by example

·      Good oral and written communication skills

·      Basic computer familiarity

·      Read and use a tape measure

·      Read and perform mathematical calculations and measurements with numbers, fractions, and decimals normally acquired through high school education or equivalency

Equipment

·      Dolly, crane, glass cups, tape measure, calculator, pallet jack, caliper, and computer

Safety

· Hazards - Exposure to chemicals/fumes, pinch points, exposure to excessive noise,          strain/sprain, laceration/puncture, particulate exposure, contusion, temperature extremes, slipping, burns, shock, loss of limbs

· Controls - Personal protective equipment, safety training, written procedures

· Safety Equipment – Hard hat, back belt, safety glasses, steel toe shoes/boots, cut resistant gloves, cut resistant outerwear, other equipment as dictated by the specific department.

Work Environment

·      Noise levels in the work environment can be moderate to high.

·      The plant facility is subject to the same general climate conditions of the region (heat, cold, humidity, etc.).  

·      Chemicals, dust, pollen, and other typical airborne particulate matter are present within the atmosphere of the production floor and may create some odors in the plant. The Company, in an effort to provide its employees with a safe and healthy working environment, limits exposure to chemicals through written procedures, engineering controls and PPE.

·      While some chemicals may pose health risks if not properly used, employees are trained on the proper safety equipment and procedures for handling chemicals.

·      While the chemical exposure and odors are under acceptable levels set by OSHA and the WCB, they nevertheless, can be smelled and are handled according to the company’s hazardous communication program.