Team Lead

We heard you knock! Job Purpose: Provide an overview of the responsibilities of the job by providing a summary of the most important aspects and duties of the job (1-2 sentences). To work in the business by ensuring that processes run smoothly and to work on the business by actively seeking continuous improvement opportunities. Reporting Relationships: List other jobs in the company that report into this position and that this job reports to. Job that this job reports to – PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR Job(s) that report to this job – NA Main Responsibilities and Accountabilities: List the roles and responsibilities of the job (please limit the number of responsibilities to the primary ten). 1) Provide leadership at the Tier 1 Meeting ensuring metrics are reviewed; metric misses are addressed with countermeasures, root cause identification, corrective actions, with assigned responsibility and target completion dates and ensure any support required is identified and verified. 2) Maintain the integrity of Tier 1 and 2 Board data and information. 3) Assign process/team members (Operators) to daily work assignments and ensure all required training and certifications are evaluated and complied with for the assignment. 4) Attend Tier 2 Meeting escalating issues requiring additional support and communicating the result of the items escalated along with retuning any required information to the Tier 1 team area. 5) Perform regular lean process audits to verify integrity of lean standards. 6) Maintain housekeeping and safety of Tier 1 area. Provide training, demonstration and coaching to assigned process/team on lean tools and methodology. 7) Assist production supervisor with assessing team member development needs and developing training plans. 8) Holds regular engagements and GEMBA walk with operators to facilitate achievement of production requirements, consistency, and teamwork 9) Provide regular communication, feedback, coaching and ongoing support to operators regarding process 10) Monitor and ensures a positive work environment for employees. 11) Ensure that an effective communication system is in place through all levels of the process. 12) Ensure that roles and expectations are clearly communicated throughout the process team. 13) Respond quickly to “Andon” signals that require support. 14) Assist operators in the interpretation of procedures, methods and correct use of production equipment to ensure procedures are followed. 15) Operational direct work as required by the line design and loading. While a Team Lead has continuous interaction with their teams and may communicate observations (including concerns) of performance by their team members to the Production Supervisor, the Team Lead is not responsible for handling any type of personnel action associated with performance feedback or disciplinary actions directly with their team members. Standard responsibilities of all employees Models the Masonite Core Values and lean leadership competencies. Follows applicable quality and environmental procedures and work instructions and completes required paperwork as trained. Identifies and highlights any activity or process that may lead to the defect of a product or allow a defective product to lead the team area. Wears Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required. Uses caution and follows safety rules to protect self and others from injury throughout the operation. Reports injuries, unsafe conditions, equipment or practices immediately to supervisor. Cooperates with others. Demonstrates high degree of accuracy. Demonstrates good judgment in using tools, equipment, etc., when non-standard situations arise. Makes effective use of work time. Demonstrates creativity in recommending improvements in procedures and processes. Maintains good attendance and punctuality as defined in Attendance Policy. Performs other responsibilities as required. Minimum Qualifications and Experience Requirements: Provide hiring requirements for this job, including educational, experiential, and competency requirements necessary to successfully perform this job. Education High School Diploma or GED Additional formal education and/or training is a plus Experience 5 plus years work experience in a manufacturing environment required; Successful candidates have shown a good performance record of technical competence and leadership demonstrated through performance feedback at the meets or exceeds expectations level. Working knowledge and experience of production flow and processes. Highly energized and self-motivated with experience working with teams to implement change. Have the patience, perseverance and passion to drive the lean culture across the plant. Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written) required for coaching others. Ability to lead, influence and motivate a group of peers without direct supervision authority. Competencies Self driven, accountable, high integrity, open communicator, strong work ethic Intermediate computer skills in programs such as MS Word, MS Excel and Outlook are required, fast and accurate data entry skills General accounting knowledge helpful Strong time management skills. Must be able to handle various issues simultaneously and prioritize. Strong organizational skills. Strong communication skills both written and verbal Action orientation Coaching for improvement Coaching for success Delegation & empowerment Guiding interactions Influencing Judgment Managing relationships Planning & organizing Problem/Opportunity analysis Managing through systems Additional Comments: Willing to be a change agent in the organization and demonstrate through actions the ability to change oneself and grow from experiences of success and failure alike. We Help People Walk Through Walls We respect the privacy of candidates for employment. Our Masonite Applicant Privacy Policy sets forth in more detail our privacy practices, including, without limitation, our collection and usage practices, of your personal information when you apply for a position with a Masonite entity. At Masonite, our Purpose is to Help People Walk Through Walls – literal walls, digital walls, cultural walls, and any wall that limits what a door can do. 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