Service Parts - Lead

SUMMARY

Leads direct and coordinate activities of the production cell or department(s) in processing materials or manufacturing products in industrial organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (may include but not limited to)

• Review production orders or schedule to ascertain product data such as types, quantities and specifications of products and scheduled delivery dates in order to plan department operations
• Participate in and/or directs production operations
• Coordinate manufacturing activities to ensure production and quality of products meet specifications
• Review production and operating reports and resolve operational, manufacturing and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays
• Work with Manufacturing Manager to develop manpower and/or machine requirements to meet work schedules
• Participate in weekly Lead meetings
• Conduct weekly "toolbox" meetings with subordinates
• Support and manage improvement initiatives in the manufacturing areas to include LEAN manufacturing initiatives, 5-S and quality improvement programs
• Inspect machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization
• Develop or revise standard operational and working practices and observe workers to ensure compliance with standards
• Make recommendations to management on efficiency improvements related to the manufacturing process
• Compile, store and retrieve production data
• Safely operate forklift to move parts when necessary
• Project a positive company image by interacting with fellow employees, customers and management in a cooperative, supportive and courteous manner; displays a professional attitude; complies with company dress code
• Communicate with individuals at all levels within the organization
• Document assigned tasks as required
• Perform work according to production schedule and/or supervisor's directives
• Follow and actively support all company policies and procedures, to include a primary emphasis on safe operations
• Follow Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity program guidelines at all times
• Follow proper safety procedures at all times
• Wear personal protective equipment as required
• Clean work area daily
• Perform other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY

• None

INTERNAL CONTROLS AUTHORITY

• No internal controls authority for this position

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

MINIMUM EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Experience/Knowledge

• See minimum requirements for each level below

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and skills within the heavy metal assembly industry

• Experience safely operating a forklift

Education

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Job-related Skills and Abilities

• Ability to accurately read and interpret a tape measure, engineering drawings and bills of material (BOMs)

• Ability to apply concepts such as basic math skills, fractions, micrometers, percentages, ratios, proportions to practical situations, and convert decimals into inches
• Safe material handling skills in working with steel

• Capacity to learn quickly, think independently and problem solve with or without guidance provided by Supervisor
• Flexibility and adaptability in coping with pressures, deadlines, and rapidly changing situations
• Ability to handle sudden changes in project/priority and multiple tasks simultaneously in a positive fashion
• Ability to set, adjust and change daily priorities
• Ability to identify problems or potential problems at a functional level and make or recommend decisions to resolve the same
• Good organization and time-management skills
• Willingness to accept responsibility and take on new challenges
• Ability to influence others via communication to get desired results
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgement on a customary and regular basis
• Ability to use a variety of hand tools and devices
• If supervising welding operations, must understand welding symbols and diagrams
• Must complete and maintain forklift operation certification and have ability to safely operate a forklift
• Maintain positive, cooperative working relationships by working, acting, and communicating with various personalities getting along with customers, vendors, co-workers and management working both individually and as part of a team

• Must express criticisms and concerns in a way that promotes teamwork and a positive work environment
• Skill in working efficiently and accurately to keep up with production requirements and stay productive with little supervision

Levels of the lead Position

Levels will be determined based on education, experience and equivalents.

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  Lead I

This is an entry-level leadership position. Minimum four (4) years’ experience in various jobs within a heavy equipment production line.

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  Lead II

This is the intermediate-level leadership position. The employee works in a developing capacity with increased responsibility for performing a range jobs within a heavy equipment production line. Typically will receive limited supervision. Minimum six (6) years’ experience in heavy equipment production line welding.

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  Lead III

This is the senior experienced level leadership position. The employee performs a full range of production line duties including but not limited to assembly, fitting, joining, fabricating, machining, repairing, troubleshooting problems, and uses considerable independent judgment to interpret and apply work guidelines with considerable latitude to specific situations. May independently make decisions in the absence of a Production Supervisor. Will have responsibility to mentor and train production positions and lower-level Leads. Minimum ten (10) years’ experience in heavy equipment production line welding.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Eighteen (18) years of age or older
• Pre-employment drug screen, physical and background check
• May be required to provide basic hand tools to perform duties
• Dependability
• Willingness to train on first shift if required
• Willingness to work any shift when needed
• Flexibility to work additional hours when required
• Willingness to work at either Chattanooga location when required
• Valid driver's license and ability to safely operate a motor vehicle
• Ability to provide transportation to and from either Chattanooga location when required
• Ability to drive between plant locations and other local destinations when required
• Required to carry $100,000/$300,000 liability insurance coverage on any personal vehicle used for company business. Mileage reimbursed through expense reports submitted to the Company's accounting department.

PREFERENCES

• Basic typing skills
• Ability to operate a personal computer
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite software applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook)

SAFETY

Astec is dedicated to a culture of Behavior Based SAFETY and a Healthy Environment!

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  Proficient in promoting safe and healthy work environment
• Notify supervisor of product discrepancies or equipment malfunctions
• Adhere to established company policies and procedures paying special attention to safety regulations
• Report defective materials, equipment, or questionable conditions to the supervisor/manager to identify and correct the root cause
• Wear personal protective equipment in accordance with training guidelines
• Separate scrap or waste materials for recycling, reuse, or environmentally sound disposal
• Maintain cleanliness in designated workspace by practicing 6S principles to reduce safety risks
• Attend weekly department safety meeting