Team Leader, Senior

This is a 2nd shift position: 3:00pm to 1:00am plus OT.

Safety Statement:

This is a safety sensitive position.

 Job Purpose:

Will be assisting the supervisor by overseeing a group of employees and maintaining inventory of components on a daily basis.

Essential Functions:

• Takes charge of department when the supervisor is away.
• Follows Safety, Quality, and Housekeeping core operating principles.
• Sets the production runs.
• Assigns employees particular job duties throughout the shift.
• Coordinates work orders according to the daily work schedule.
• Checks the inventory for materials necessary to complete the assignments.
• Feeds material to the production lines and interfaces with the material handlers.
• Checks the equipment to see if it is operating properly, safely and is ready for production.
• Continually checks quality of parts being produced, making sure all safety equipment is used correctly.
• Checks work orders to assure correct parts are ordered.
• Fills out timecards, and other necessary forms.
• Conducts safety meetings and fills out accident reports in cases of injury.  
• Verifies the quantities of the product produced to prevent over runs.
• Tracks attendance for employees on a daily basis.
• Obtains the necessary purchased parts from stores and provides labels for the finished products.
• Completes supervisory duties such as split-offs, timecards, interviews, and disciplinary actions.
• Uses the SAP software to retrieve and input information.
• Periodically assists in orienting and training lower level employees.
• Assists the supervisor/manager with employees’ performance evaluations.
• Informs supervisor of matters pertaining to the department.
• Follows and implements all safety regulations and procedures.
• Identifies potential hazards in the work area.
• Assists the supervisor with the organization and coordination of product storage.
• Maintains good housekeeping in work area.
• May use hydraulic and electrical hand tools, such as the pneumatic drill, glue gun, hammer, and rivet machine.
• Pulls engineering prints as needed and must be able to read prints and measuring devices.
• In warehouse, must obtain skills of Material Handler, Senior; handles inter-company shipping process.
• Assists the supervisor to provide first aid to injured employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Works overtime as assigned.

QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of three years of prior related experience is preferred. 
• Demonstrates leadership ability in keeping the lines running and familiarity with parts, components and tools. 
• Must be able to communicate effectively to motivate employees.
• Must be able to speak English.
• Must have excellent problem-solving skills.
• Needs to be flexible with required working hours, including overtime.
• Good basic math skills.  
• Knowledgeable on company’s policies and procedures.  
• Able to troubleshoot and make effective decisions within the department.  
• Able to manage the department when the supervisor is away.
• Must have the ability to drive motorized equipment or vehicles and have a valid driver’s license.   
• Commercial driver’s license is needed for Vehicle Repair Department.  

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift a minimum of 30 pounds to chest and shoulder level. Occasionally pushes and/or pulls up to 100 pounds with a manual or electrical pallet jack.  Able to withstand 8 to 10 hours standing on a concrete surface. Must wear applicable and proper protective equipment including, but not limited to, protective eye and/or hearing equipment to safely perform job duties.  Will occasionally be exposed to chemicals, dust, heat, cold, gas, and/or fumes.  Must be able to adjust physically to normal plant environmental conditions (above moderate heat and cold) and to adapt quickly to physical applications requiring varying motor skills.

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements 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.