Lead OperatorThis position will require access to ITAR and/or EAR controlled technical data, technology or source code, and requires that all individuals in this role be authorized to access such informationGeneral Description:The Lead Operator is responsible for leading a group of employees in a wide variety of operations during the manufacture of custom rubber mixing, refining and calendaring of product. In addition, the Lead performs the general work of an operator and is able to demonstrate any of the various tasks within the work area. The position requires a safety and quality conscientious person who is goal orientated with good organizational, supervisory and leadership skills.
The Lead will interact with other department personnel to resolve issues that arise with quality of product, department productivity or maintaining the production schedule. The Millroom work environment involves the handling of hazardous chemicals. The ability to use a personal respirator is required.
The physical demands of the position may involve standing for extended periods, as well as periodic lifting of items weighing up to 75 lbs.This classification applied to:Millroom: mixing, calendaring, extruding.Shift:3rd shiftFriday, Saturday, Sunday12-hour shifts5am-5pm or 6am-6pmPrimary Responsibilities:Oversee and guide manufacturing department personnelOversee product quality and flow within a work areaEstablish and maintain a well-organized work areaMonitor and support training of personnelPerform general work of an operatorImplement and monitor safe work practicesResponsible for quality and workmanship of productEducation and Experience Requirements:High School diploma or equivalent2 years manufacturing experienceRequired Skills:Ability to read and understand technical drawings, work orders, and written proceduresAbility to complete production forms, such as product travelersAbility to inspect produced partsAbility to accurately utilize measuring equipment such as calipers, thickness gages, weigh scales, and tape measuresProficient in shop mathTwo years in a leadership position preferredPreferred experience with the manufacture of custom rubber mixingMixing, calendaring, refining and extruding of rubberExperience in the operation of Internal Mixers, mills, extruders millroom support equipment and mechanical inspection and test equipmentOperation of a forkliftBasic computer skills preferredSpecific Tasks and Focus Areas:Oversee and guide manufacturing department personnelLead the shift start-up meetingExecute Lean Daily Management SystemMake daily work assignmentsCompete daily production reporting in the manufacturing software systemProvide Supervisor with input on personnel performanceReview and approve daily labor and attendance reportsReview overtime and vacation requests for Supervisor approvalEnsure standard operating procedures are followedOversee product quality and flow within a work areaMonitor quality of parts producedMonitor daily production outputResolve issues interfering with quality, productivity or scheduleSupport production readinessConduct process auditsEstablish and maintain a well organized work areaMaintain work area for maximum efficiencyUtilize 5S techniques to maintain a clean and organized work areaEnsure measuring and test equipment is properly calibratedStart-up & shut down equipment at the beginning and end of a shiftGenerate maintenance requestsGenerate requisitions for shop aids and when required materialsMonitor and support training of personnelDemonstrate the ability to accurately perform manufacturing methods during the training of personnelProvide instruction on the operation of equipmentProvide instruction on the completion of work orders.Generate skill versatility sheetsMonitor employee skills and make recommendations for training to the SupervisorPerform general work of an operatorImplement and monitor safe work practicesMonitor work of personnel for safe practicesReview applicable MSDS with operatorsVisually inspect equipment for safe operationResponsible for quality and workmanship of productEnsure materials are readily availableOrder materials as necessary, coordinate with storesIdentify and resolve product problems and issues, work with operators/engineering/quality to resolveIdentify and report equipment problems and issuesPerform visual and dimensional checks of product manufactured by operatorsEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.