Paper Laminating Manufacturing (PLM) Team Lead (Night Shift)

Job purpose

To coordinate activities of other operators to achieve, daily, weekly, monthly, and annual target outputs. Able to lead production shifts by filling roles from operator to Group Leader (during absences).

Duties and responsibilities

• Lead/give direction to a team to achieve volume and yield targets (one machine)
• Analyze source of problems and implement proper countermeasures
• Communicate effectively across teams, staff, and management
• Perform all PLM operator job functions
• Prepare production reports (handwritten and computer data entry)
• Train Operators
• OSHA HazWop course/ability to respond to emergencies
• Assume group leader responsibilities in the absence or unavailability of the group leader.
• Take active role in quality control activities:
• Generate Initial Process Inspection data and records
• Act on all non-conformances found
• Report any discrepancies to management and/or QA
• Actively participate in all improvement plans such as 5S, and kaizen.
• Coordinate and monitor the flow of raw materials in and out of production.
• Coordinate and monitor the flow of WIP and finished goods.
• Coordinate and assist in maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment and processes.
• Perform inspections and monitoring of all production activities and ensure safety of the operation.
• Ensure team member transactions and paperwork are properly completed and maintained.
• Assist with/complete end of shift reporting, and data collection.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated high performance as an operator (1year), or previous experience in a leadership role.
• Experience in chemical mixing/blending operations preferred.
• Excellent attendance and communication skills.
• Demonstrated reliability and responsibility.
• Proven Decision-Making Skills and analytical skills
• Proven leadership skills
• Must be able to operate appropriate test equipment and react to the readings generated or displayed on monitors, gauges, panels, or sensors. Must be able to use and read instruments including micrometers, microscope, light table, hand tools, and other specialized equipment used in Print Media coating.
• Perform mathematical calculations including percentages, multiplication, and division.
• Operate a personal computer (PC) and software relevant to the job.
• Must be able to handle multiple tasks at one time and prioritize appropriately.
• Must have the ability to interface and communicate effectively, write legibly, and read/comprehend sufficiently to perform the duties required.
• Must be able to work near organic solvents and able to wear air-purifying respiratory protection equipment as needed.
• Must be able to work in a team-based production environment.
• Perform all duties in a safe and efficient manner

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities,

Physical Demands

• Operator must be able to bend, stoop, squat, twist and work in cramped spaces to thread machines. Must be able to lift 50 pounds, operate a roll cart with weight in excess of 500 pounds and must be able to occasionally work in confined spaces. Repetitive arm and shoulder motion when cleaning rolls.
• Must be able to work in close proximity with organic solvents and able to wear air-purifying respiratory protection equipment as needed.
• Must have adequate vision to inspect product for small defects and take appropriate corrective action

Safety Requirements

• Physically able to pass spirometry exam for test fitting of respiratory equipment.
• Ability to wear required PPE (including safety glasses, gloves (nitrile, canvas, etc.), hearing protection, ANSI-approved footwear, and others as required.) in any manufacturing area.

DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.