Crew Leader - 2nd Shift Plastics

General Function: 

• This role is a full-time position within our site where we have a team approach to manufacturing.  Timely and Regular attendance is crucial to your success and the safety of the team.
• There is mandatory overtime associated with the role depending upon the needs of the business because, with team-based manufacturing, production areas must be manned for worker safety and may continue beyond the end of a scheduled shift or may require additional overtime hours outside of normal shift schedule.

• Inspect cleanouts to make sure standards are met.
• Gives breaks on lines as needed. This should include working on plans that minimize the need for crewleaders giving breaks.
• Help Supervisor with quality problems. This includes effectively leading a 5 why root cause investigation.
• Get maintenance when there is a mechanical problem and have a plan for quick restarts.
• Fill in for supervisor when he is absent.
• Blender Crewleader: Pump resin from rail car into resin silos’ (2^nd and 3^rd shift only).
• Fill in for Unit Operator when one is absent and can’t get anyone to come in early. For blender loading, develop plans, when possible, to use the team to cover more than one line.
• Helping with housekeeping, making sure everyone keeps his or her area clean meeting both daily and shift housekeeping assignments. This includes making sure all 5S standards are met.
• Plan and lead discussion in huddle meetings.
• Daily conduct quality and safety walkthroughs and give team immediate directions.
• Stay current online status and operator activities and assignments.

Responsibilities:

• To supervise Utility Operator, Unit Operator, Blender Operator, Compounder, Console Operator.

Skill/Educational Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED or two years minimum work experience at Haywood Company.
• Must have a valid drivers license.

Essential Physical Requirements of the Job:

• Ability to climb stairs.

Teknor Apex is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any protected status under state or federal laws. Must be 18 years of age or older to work at Teknor Apex.