Vacancies Production Team Leader

Hourly Pay/ Shift Schedule

This hourly position will pay $30.00 per hour plus Overtime.
The hours for the position is 2nd shift (2PM - 10:30PM) with overtime as needed.

Job Purpose

The Production Team Lead will lead one or more production departments to achieve goals for health safety environmental compliance quality and productivity.

Key Responsibilities

Must follow all established health safety and environmental rules and procedures. Set an example as a role model in the building for working safely and compliantly.
Must demonstrate integrity while performing duties as per companys Code of Conduct.
Ensures all work is planned out ahead of time and assigned to employees to maximize productivity.
Delegate employees to other positions as needed to ensure batches and essential jobs are completed. This is completed while following safety procedures and monitoring the safety actions of subordinates such as proper PPE bonding and grounding etc.
Ensure batch tickets fill sheets shift handover forms and all other paperwork are completed correctly.
Owns housekeeping and 5S for the department and drives the standardization and sustainability aspects of keeping the department clean and organized.
Collect and compile all employees work data for the week and turn in all other tracking documentation.
Drives a sense of urgency.
Manages conflict on the floor.
Makes key decisions critical for business success.
Closely monitor activities in the department to: ensure HSE compliance ensure a high level of quality and maximize productivity.
Work with others to drive improvement projects.
Closely monitor Operator performance and recommend discipline when needed.
Make batches and fill off as needed during peak production demands
Assist the Supervisor in any other duties as requested.

Owner of the department and its success. Will be responsible for the following aspects of business performance and the day to day managing of and the long term improvement of:

1. HSE Champion (must function at a champion level as defined by HSE immersion process- no less accepted)
2. Total owner of quality for department- buck stops at the process level- do not rely on QC to catch your mistakes
3. Owns productivity levels and results
4. Organization housekeeping 5S ALPS initiatives must meet expectations and be supported by your role championing your team to accept and support programs. You must be the role model and influence others to support.

Level of Autonomy

Engager of our front lines- capable of operating the department with little intervention from above
1. Communicating performance
2. Hold team accountable for results
3. Recognize team members success
4. Develop team members
5. Make critical decisions for team

Job Requirements

Education and/or Experience
High School diploma or equivalent required. Some college preferred. Pass pre-employment physical background check and drug screen. See essential qualifications.

Skills
Operation and control- Ability to use equipment to perform duties of job safely and effectively

Mathematics- Knowledge of basic math including adding subtracting multiplication division fractions and measurements

Operation Monitoring- Ability to watch gauges dials or display screens to ensure proper operation of equipment

Leadership- ability to lead direct and guide individuals and teams

Computer skills- ability to use Microsoft office suite including Outlook Word and Excel

A. Ability to communicate clearly and frequently within various levels of the organization
B. Assertiveness
C. Coaching skills
D. Active and engaged listening
E. Cheerleader
F. Technical skills
1. Paint manufacturing experience (working knowledge of all jobs on team)
2. Basic computer skills
3. Math comprehension for calculating scheduling and delegating of batch quantities to team members
4. Trainer
5. Problem solving skills
G. Code of Conduct role model
1. Make fair and consistent decisions when dealing with your team members

Essential Qualifications
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential qualification satisfactorily.
Ability to read comprehend and follow safety instructions and safety guidelines
Ability to lift and handle containers such as 5 gallon pails up to 75 lbs 60 lb bags of pigment or maneuvering drums up to 900 lbs
Must have effective interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently
Ability to multi-task and balance priorities
Dedicated and committed safety leadership and presence
Ability to climb stairs wearing steel-toed footwear
Ability to work in hot and cold environments and inclement weather
Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time
Arm-Hand steadiness- Keeping your arm or hand steady
Near vision- ability to read labels and see details up close
Ability to operate a forklift following all operating instructions effectively and efficiently

Physical Demands
The physical demands described in the essential qualifications are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described in the essential qualifications are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Rewards/Benefits

AkzoNobel provides the below benefits beginning Day 1

• Annual Bonus
• 401K retirement savings with 6% company match
• Medical insurance with HSA options
• Dental Vision Life AD&D benefits
• Generous vacation sick and holiday pay
• Progression (pay-for-skill) pay plans
• Short & Long term disability
• Paid Parental leave
• Career growth opportunities
• Active Diversity & Inclusion Networks
• Employee referral bonus
• Employee appreciation days
• Tuition Assistance
  

We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment that values teamwork dedication and continuous improvement. Join our team and make a positive impact on our product quality and customer satisfaction. Apply now and be part of our journey towards excellence!