2nd Shift Process Lead

Ellsworth, an industry leading custom packager of adhesives, currently has a 2nd Shift Process Lead opportunity at KitPackers, located in Germantown, WI.

In cooperation with the Packaging Supervisors and Manufacturing Manager, coordinate and monitor all activities of production packaging employees (packaging epoxies, urethanes, greases, acrylics, silicones, and related materials). Interact with and provide training to all employees to allow them to perform to the best of their abilities.

REQUIREMENTS

• 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferably from a custom adhesive, chemical, paint manufacturing or liquid packaging/filling environment
• High School Diploma or equivalency (GED, HSED)
• Schedule/shift: 3:00pm – 11:30pm Monday - Friday
• Ability to handle the physical requirements, including repeated bending, stretching, twisting, and lifting.
• Basic math skills for measuring, counting and weighing is a must
• Effective reading and writing ability to interpret job paperwork, run jobs and record information
• Basic mechanical ability to work with hand tools to set up, adjust and disassemble equipment
• Must be self-directed, able work independently within the fast-paced production environment and comfortable performing repetitious tasks
• Detail oriented nature and precision is critical to ensure products adhere to designated quality standards
• Must be hardworking, punctual, dependable and work well with others
• Works responsibly and follow all safety and security procedures
• Willing to learn and grow within a successful, dynamic and expanding company

As an industry leader, we offer a competitive wage, bonus plan, and a comprehensive benefit package which includes: Health, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Flexible Spending, 401(k), Employee Assistance, Paid Time Off and Holidays, Wellness Program, Social Events, Community Involvement and much more! Click Here for a summary of Employee Benefits.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure procedural adherence such as department Work Instructions and departmental packaging processes are followed and production areas are kept neat and orderly.
• Primary resource for Packagers to perform paperwork sign-offs requiring Lead or Manager signatures. Proactively review job packets to ensure availability for timely sign-offs.
• Demonstrate knowledge of all packaging machines, filling techniques and familiarity with the various properties of all materials being packaged.
• Stage plastics and material at work stations, complete material check and beginning weights.
• Assist Manufacturing/Packaging Engineers in developing new work instructions and provide group training on instructions as necessary.
• Perform first piece check offs and ensure that packagers are signing off on checks and recording data accurately. Perform equipment clean checks to ensure continuity of orders being processed.
• Perform daily and weekly scale checks. Train Packager IIIs to perform these functions. Ensure that records are complete and accurate for audit purposes.
• Lead and participate in 5S and LEAN activities for the department. Ensure that packaging area meets or exceeds 5S standards.
• Provide recommendations for continuous improvement and actively participate on improvement teams.
• Provide shift coverage backup for Packaging Supervisors on both shifts.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Indirectly supervises all packager employees. In cooperation with the KP Manufacturing Manager, the Lead will carry out responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include planning, assigning and directing work; training employees and appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

To apply, follow the link to our careers site to submit your Resume & Wage Expectations in response to this posting. Candidates who have not applied previously will be asked to register, create a username and password at http://careers.ellsworth.com.

Ellsworth Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, pregnancy, genetics, or any other legally-protected status. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation for any part of our employment process, please follow the instructions on our Accessibility Accommodation for Applicants page of our Careers website.

Ellsworth Corporation is an industry leading global corporation, we specialize in the distribution, manufacturing and custom packaging of adhesives, specialty chemicals and dispensing equipment. We stand apart from the competition by going above and beyond high quality products. We offer expert assistance, valuable services, decades of experience, and a host of resources to ensure we're providing the best possible solution for our customers’ applications.

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)