Wire Group Lead - 2nd shift

Description

*Sam, our AI recruiter, will contact you by phone or text within 24 hours of applying, giving you an opportunity to showcase your skills and experience for the role.

Objective: To direct daily production needs and expedite the flow of work and materials within an established work area according to production schedule and quality requirements to meet OTD goals while continuing to contribute to production tasks on a regular basis.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

 This will include but is not limited to the following:

• Performs duties by verbal or written instructions.
• Understands item numbers and OSK information to ensure proper assembly was performed.
• Works with Supervisor, Planners, other Group Leaders, etc. in scheduling daily production and directing employees in their daily job requirements to maintain quality and OTD goals following the Standard Work.
• Uses SyteLine and other methods as needed to monitor and track open demand, output and materials.
• Holds daily huddles with each work cell within area of responsibility to review daily plan and any information updates.
• Able to fill in for other Group Leaders when needed, must be aware of support needed in all area processes.
• Oversees production area in Supervisor’s absence and reports any production issues to Value Stream Manager as needed for assistance.
• Trains, cross trains and works to Standard Work procedures where available; contributes to developing standard work where needed.
• Contributes to production tasks as necessary to meet daily goals.
• Communicates with maintenance and engineering support as needed for current needs; is proactive with assessing and communicating future requirements for the area.
• Reviews throughout the shift all day by the hour sheets, production and/or materials issues and provides status information to the Supervisor and takes action to keep on schedule.
• Participates and leads change in all operational improvement activities.
• Helps full time and contract workers understand Omega policies and procedures. Brings issues to area supervisor if there are concerns or violations.
• Prioritizes practice of 6S safety and housekeeping policies throughout all areas.
• Ensures proper PPE equipment is available and being used when required.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

To perform the basic job requirements the individual should have the following skills:

• Good communication skills and ability to understand verbal and written instruction.
• Ability to lead, direct work of and train others.
• Must be a good team player and have ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to learn and understand dimensions on drawings.
• Must have a working understanding of computers and be able to demonstrate ability to learn.
• Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to multitask and handle interruptions to support operators.

Education and/or Experience:       

HS Diploma (or equivalent) required

Math skills relating to dimensions and inventory levels

Minimum 3 years past production experience required

Bi-lingual in Spanish a plus

Physical Demands:

Physical demands may require to occasionally lift 20 lbs or more, long periods of standing, kneeling, sitting or leaning over equipment. Adherence to safety regulations and awareness is extremely 

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.