Team Leader

Position Skills and Experience Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty effectively. 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 essential job functions.

• High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)
• A minimum of 5 year of experience in the relevant manufacturing area and processes
• Previous experience managing/coaching others and assisting with on-the-job training
• 5 years CNC (Mill/Lathe/EDM/Laser) Programming, setup & operating required
• Preference to working with people in a team environment
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem solving skills with prior exposure to lean manufacturing tools and techniques
• Task oriented with strong attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated experience working effectively in a team environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Applications

Position Summary: The 2nd shift (working) Team Leader is responsible for setup, program and operating CNC machines to ensuring the performance metrics and KPI's are achieved. Facilitate problem-solving activities within manufacturing area when abnormalities impact the performance of the area. Leads shift start-up/hand-off activities, associate training, and manufacturing schedule adherence.

Essential Job Functions include, but not limited to, the following:

• Lead shift start meeting with all the team members of the team.
• Drive troubleshooting and problem-solving activities within department when target performance is not achieved.
• Cooperate with cross-functional team members to make improvements as needed.
• Measure, chart and monitor predefined KPI's.
• Ensure smooth hand-off to the next shift by communicating manufacturing needs and priorities.
• Perform 90-day and annual performance reviews for all direct reports.
• Proactively facilitate continuous improvement activities.
• Monitor adherence to 5S and drive improvement efforts.
• Lead Improvement Idea implementation on 2nd shift and update shift leaders on progress.
• Manage versatility (Skill Matrix) process with Plant Manager.
• Perform on-the-job training and cross-training of associates as needed.
• Answer associate questions and foster a positive team-oriented environment.
• Help manage staffing assignments and schedules including job rotation and overtime.
• Manage department cross training to ensure team agility when work demands change.
• Escalate labor shortages to Plant Manager and cover absenteeism by operating equipment, as needed.
• Provide Plant Manager with input into the performance of team members as requested.
• Serve as temporary Back-Up Leader to cover absences of other Shop Floor Team Leaders.
• If trained as a first responder, provide injury related response as necessary.
• Additional functions not specifically outlined in this position description as directed by the leader.