Lead Operator

Summary:

The Lead Machine Operator (2nd shift) works as a hands on team member operating a variety of equipment while also overseeing processes and co-workers to ensure safety, quality and production objectives are consistently met. This role delegates work and supports coworkers in a manner which reflects company values and consistent attention to safety and a healthy environment.  This role has primary responsibility for setting up the next shift and updating the next Group Leader.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participates, oversees and assists others in the startup, operation, clean up and shut down of a variety of equipment that may include the Ross, Tower, 60, ITX, powder coater, KK laminator and our Thermoplastic UD line. 
• Assigns tasks to other crew members to ensure timely completion of production runs.
• Using ERP system as needed verifies settings and correct input materials are being utilized to produce material within specification with a minimal number of adjustments during run. 
• Operates hoist, fork truck, pallet jack and maintains daily inspections.
• Set ups and monitors materials during runs.
• Stages material through barcoding and maintains accurate inventories.
• Mixes and tests chemicals based on a formula / recipe for each product type.
• Follows precise test procedures as outlined in the Barrday control documents.
• Monitors quality and raises NCR’s for non-conforming materials and works with Quality / Engineering to identify and implement resolutions.
• Interacts regularly with supervisor and others to provide status updates, input for planning and feedback or concerns regarding safety, quality, productivity and employee performance. 
• Completes and enters documentation in ERP system during and at end of production runs.
• Maintains safe, orderly work area ensuring 5S is practiced and sustained in daily activities.
• Ensures all equipment and work areas are clean and well maintained.
• Packages and labels materials per documentation requirements.
• Other duties as assigned including cross training within department and other areas of plant.

Key Qualifications/Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent GED. 
• 2 years machine operator experience in a manufacturing production environment.
• Dependable, effective team player able to delegate to and motivate others.
• Excellent attention to detail, quality and safety
• Competent math skills including accuracy in basic functions such as multiplication and division and in working with conversion factors.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate verbally and in writing in English. 
• Ability to multitask and identify and solve problems within constrained timelines.
• Moving, bending, pushing and lifting capability up to 60 lbs.
• Ability to work with hazardous materials.
• Must commit to the assigned work schedule and work overtime as required.
• Competent and comfortable using computers and ERP system to input and access data. 
• Must adhere to safety requirements including the use of personal protective equipment. 

Working Conditions:

• Manufacturing setting with continuous periods of standing and walking required
• Considerable lifting and loading (with assistance of appropriate tools and machines)
• Exposure to noise and chemical products in conditions where all appropriate protective equipment is available.