Job Posting for Production Line Lead - 3rd Shift at 3rd Shift - Alene Candles
Alene Candles LLC & Midwest is a private label, contract manufacturer that produces high-quality candles for some of the world’s most recognized retail, boutique, and cosmetic brands. With our headquarters in New Hampshire and locations in Ohio, we’ve been in business for over 25 years. We are passionate about making the best products in the world, making safety our number one priority, and being an insanely great place to work.
We are seeking Production Leads for 3rd shift. Leads are responsible production line employees; this includes staffing, training, achieving efficiency standards, insuring a quality product is produced, and achieving scheduled completion dates. You will track downtime and corrective actions coordinated with the Manufacturing Supervisor. You will work with the Assistant Supervisor to insure training is achieved, work orders are communicated, setup are completed, and the right tooling and fixtures are on line for the appropriate jobs. You will be required to collect and report on key production data as defined by the Manufacturing Supervisor. You will be responsible for 5S and continuous improvement activities on their respective lines and will provide support for department and site 5S and continuous improvement efforts.
Job Responsibilities:
Ensure safe work environment by communicating safety requirements, auditing, tracking, providing feedback and corrective actions to employees and management. Maximize line efficiency with minimal direction.
Follow 5S guidelines
Maintain clean work environment, report all unsafe work areas, and clear all lines of obstacles and trash
Expectations are to constantly observe and promote changes and improvements
Performs activities of candle maker when assigned to assist or relieve on an individual basis to avoid shutdown.
Ability to take weights & enter information accurately into QA weight database
Make necessary valve adjustments when required
Data entry into computer system, logging pallets, conducting in process inspections.
Working with the Pour Technician to set up machines and equipment; communicate with Pour Technician to assure timely and accurate retrieval of necessary materials to maintain production levels.
Read / understand MAP as well as deviations if necessary. Organize and monitor work flow while achieving quality, efficiency & daily goals.
Maintain/verify line data entry: weights collection, glass temps, pour temps, rejection reports, WO signoffs
Ability to lead & direct all production line operators as well as resolve personnel issues on line
Flexibility to run ALL lines as required (A-J)
Knowledge of wax types & characteristics
Ability to identify issues quickly, identify root cause, and implement solutions as needed. Coordinate corrective action with minimal supervision
Work well with multiple departments
Ensure all people throughout line are rotated systematically for cross training purposes as well as safety and ergonomic reasons
Knowledge and ability to operate various machines. Ability to utilize hand jack when necessary. Use and knowledge of all hand tools as needed
Communicate equipment issues to maintenance & supervisors
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