Computer Skills, Corrective Action, Data Analysis, Data Entry, Environmental Management Systems, High School Diploma, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Injections, Interpersonal Skills, Kanban, Leadership, Lift/Move 35 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Material Moving, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Performance Reviews, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Process Management, Production Schedule, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Statistical Process Control, Systems Analysis, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Training/Teaching
Team Leader
DMNC - Injection Washer, Dept. 302
Core Hours: 11:30 PM - 7:30 AM
A RESUME IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for all daily aspects for production within the department including Safety, Quality, Cost and Productivity.
Working from a production schedule, Kanbans and/or direction from the Supervisor, makes appropriate manpower assignments to meet requirements.
- Submits overtime requests to Manager for approval, when necessary.
- Is responsible for motivating and encouraging Associates to participate in teamwork and Kaizen activities.
- Ensures that work manuals are in place and up-to-date.
- Responsible for coordinating the training of all Associates. .
Maintains on-the-job training records for all Associates.
- Resolves Associate concerns, conducts performance appraisals, administers discipline when necessary and is also responsible for promoting positive Associate relations within the department.
- Uses the Kanban pattern post to coordinate process changeovers.
- Obtains component parts, tools and supplies necessary for production.
- Ensures equipment is functional and meets all safety requirements through TPM activity.
- Performs hourly checks and process audits to ensure productivity and quality standards are met. Enters daily production data into productivity tracking system and analyzes data for improvement opportunities.
- Reviews and approves vacation requests and completes absence reports.
- Reviews quality issues requiring corrective action with the Supervisor to ensure compliance with all IATF-16949 requirements.
- Ensures all work areas meet 5S/PQS standards.
- Will assist Manager as required. May be required to fill-in for Manager in his/her absence.
- May be required to perform additional duties as assigned.
Must be able to work additional hours and flexible schedule as required due to business needs.
Quality / Environmental Roles and Responsibilities:
- Follows all procedures and work instructions and makes recommendations to improve the process. Notifies Leader immediately upon detecting any non-conformances.
- Records all non-conformances to ensure corrective action and preventative measures are taken and assist in the problem solving process.
- Communicates and practices DMNC's Quality and Environmental Management Systems. Takes an active role in achieving and maintaining IATF-16949 and ISO-14001.
Knowledge, Skills, and Education Required
- Associate's degree or high school diploma or equivalent and 2-3 years of experience.
- Previous experience in a leadership role.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to guide others.
- Mechanical aptitude.
- Knowledge of statistical process control and manufacturing processes.
- Basic computer skills in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Working Conditions: Plant environment. Some automated machinery. Safety glasses required. May move, lift or carry objects up to 35 lbs. Standing and walking a majority of the time.