Stamping Team Leader - 3rd Shift

Jefferson Industries Corp. (JIC) offers design and development for press dies, auto body components design proposals and other tools that are absolutely necessary for the mass production of vehicle components. Our facilities support high quality product manufacturing and provide a timely and flexible approach to meeting the needs of our clients. JIC is proud to be a Tier-1 supplier to Honda.

We are actively seeking Stamping Team Leader to join our Stamping Department team on 3rd shift (core schedule, Sunday - Thursday 10:00 pm - 6:30 am)

Job Position And Duties May Include

Team Leaders should model every aspect of behavior required for associates at JIC including professionalism,

teamwork, job performance and support for JIC plans, policies and operations

Must carry out their routine responsibilities as well as other assigned tasks by motivating associates

positively and constructively whenever possible

Must take initiative to be proactive, solve problems and overcome obstacles necessary to complete work

Must follow up and communicate appropriately

Job Descriptions

Enforce and follow all safety rules outlined in the JIC associate handbook

Enforce and follow JIC's Lock-Out Policy

Address all safety issues/violations accordingly (Kevlar sleeves/gloves, safety glasses, grinding goggles/

face shields, steel toed boots, uniform worn correctly, earplugs, etc.…)

Required to be forklift and crane certified within 6 months of starting position

Maintain cleanliness and order of their presses at all times

Keep racks, baskets, totes and other line side items organized at all times

Ensure daily 5S activities are being followed and completed by all associates

Ensure area is clean and set up correctly for the next shift

Turn off fans, lights, conveyors, etc… at end of shift

Verify parts are being handled, lifted, pushed and/or pulled in a safe manner

Team Leaders should operate in a way where they do not accept, make or pass bad parts/blanks

When problems occur, they should be addressed and communicated immediately

Root Cause should be identified and countermeasured (SNAP)

Ensure part checks are being performed on time and correctly as required

Must watch all associates to verify part checks, part loading and table inspection is being performed

according to process

Follow and enforce all JIC quality and containment procedures

Ensure all associates are trained on quality procedures and understand Quality Policy

Perform first and last part/micrometers checks and gap checks are completed and verify sample blanks

are being used

Initiate corrective action for any quality issues, assist/support investigation of problems

All rework parts should be identified before the end of the shift. Arrangements must be made for

associates to handwork/sort before end of shift

Support, perform and supervise rework for/with associates as needed. This includes overtime and

possible weekends

Verify associates understand correct process when hand working/sorting suspect parts

Ensure all quality documents are filled out and completed before turning in. Must sign off showing verification

Verify correct PPH is showing on TV screen and associates understand all issues pointed out on PPH

Confirm press is running with the correct settings (slide height, cushion stroke & pressure, feed length…etc)

Quality

Need to control cost of items such as sleeves/gloves, markers, small tools, etc.…

Look at ways to reduce waste, scrap and overtime

Work overtime to support production and rework as needed during the week and weekends

30 minute early start to confirm start-up condition. Expectation is presses are to be running no later than

15 minutes after shift start

Operate presses in the most efficient and productive manner

Verify daily schedule to help meet customer demand (availability of blanks, dies, coils, packaging, etc.…)

Responsible for training all associates in the area on Operation Standards and operating procedures

Verify all start up check sheets are filled out at beginning of shift (crane, forklift and start up sheet in PLEX)

All oil containers are full (if applicable)

Ensure presses run through breaks and lunches whenever actual is not meeting planned

Verify daily production numbers are documented on the whiteboard

Verify all whiteboard documents on your press are current

Support each die change to achieve target time

Verify Daily Production History at the end of the shift to ensure all containers have been scanned away

from the press

Confirm actual Dial SPM matches PLEX SPM (If not achieving PLEX SPM, understand why it is not,

look to countermeasure)

Verify set up check sheets are filled out correctly before turning in (this includes die height, cushion

stroke and pressure)

Verify any press or die issues are documented in PLEX (detailed explanation of issues and work/die

requests are submitted)

Confirm presses are in a running condition before leaving (Blanks loaded, flipped, no die/quality issues, etc…)

Follow Environmental & Quality Policy and Work Instructions.

Responsible for the completion of documents associated with operations in their area

Verify all items (scrap, rework and downtime) are recorded correctly in PLEX and on hand written documents

Time sheets are filled out daily and correctly

Confirm all information is accurate and up to date (Op Stds, set-up sheets, QC sheets, gap sheets, etc…)

Associate issues need to be addressed immediately and appropriately

Work to positively motivate associates

Help associates understand company policies, benefits and operating procedures including expectations

with proper behavior

Coach associates to improve job performance and behavior as needed. Report any issues to supervisor

Confidentiality is a must on all issues

Communicate any information to the associates pertaining to their jobs

Must actively participate as Leadership to assist in informing associates of Safety, Quality and/or

production issues that are passed down from supervisors

Blank cycle counts should be done when scheduled and reviewed with supervisor

JIC associates are eligible for a comprehensive and competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

Compensation

• Weekly Pay
• Holiday Pay
• Shutdown Pay
• Summer - around July 4th holiday
• Winter - around Christmas/New Year's holiday
• Bi-annual TEAM Achievement Bonus
• Annual Profit Share Bonus
  

Benefits

• Paid vacation
• Three (3) medical options to allow you the flexibility to choose what level of coverage best fits you and your family's needs
• Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care)
• Free Dental & Vision (must be enrolled in medical benefit)
• Voluntary Supplemental
• Life Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity
• Group Accident
• Critical Illness
• Company-paid
• Short-term Disability
• Long-term Disability
• Basic Life & AD&D
• Employee coverage - 2 times annual base earnings
• Spouse - flat $10,000
• Child - flat up to $5,000
• 401k Retirement
• Traditional Contribution
• ROTH Contribution
• Company Match
• 401k Retirement Profit Share
• Funded 100% by Company based on a percentage of eligible earnings each quarter
• Eligible regardless of participation in 401K Retirement
• Referral Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Safety Equipment Reimbursement (safety boots & prescription safety glasses)
• Company-paid uniforms, including laundering
• Tickets@Work - web-based discount program (hotels, car rental, tickets, etc.)
  

Job Skills And Requirements

• Previous experience in an manufacturing environment, preferred
• Ability to repeatedly bend, stoop and twist throughout shift
• Ability and willingness to work overtime as required to meet business objectives
• overtime may be daily and/or weekend
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Must successfully pass pre-employment drug screen and physical
  

Interpersonal Skills: Possess skills to communicate with associates, management team, other department managers and senior management.

Leadership Skills: Strong communication skills to provide direction and motivation to team members. Able to motivate associates and team members to keep process and equipment in good condition to assure smooth running operation.

Problem-Solving Skills: Able to quickly ascertain a situation and be decisive in identifying

defects and solving problems with equipment and process to avoid missed quality, delivery or safety concerns.

Time Management: Develop task list and assure on-time implementation of tasks.

Computer Skills: Able to operate with basic computer skills, including preparing memos and responding to emails.

Education, Math, Language And/Or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); Twelve to 36 months related experience. Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to present information in one-on-one and small group situations. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratios, and percent to draw and interpret mathematical data.

EXPECTATION OF A STRONG TEAM LEADER

Must be passionate, highly motivated individual to lead a Stamping team.

Performs Above Essential Duties & Responsibilities In Satisfactory Manner.

Works on building relationships and collaborating with production team members to ensure proper utilization of lines and equipment.

Must be self-starter with own continuous improvement agenda.

Must have an energy level and attention to detail that routinely delivers expected results.