FlexSteel Extrusion Supervisor

This is a FlexSteel position and is located in Baytown TX.

Rotating Schedule: 2 weeks on days 2 weeks on night shift (night shift diff on that rotation)

SUMMARY

FlexSteel () is an innovation-driven flexible pipe technology company. The Company comprises a hard-working and dedicated team united by a commitment to Safety Quality Human Development Delivery Innovation Productivity and excellence in all we do. The culture of FlexSteel can be described as energetic and passionate which is felt daily throughout the Company. FlexSteel embodies teamwork with a focus on hiring top talent and developing employees.

• Position exists to provide the Extrusion Manager a designated person with leadership skills responsible for an assigned shift who functions as a mentor coach and a supervisor or foreman type lead who is not only fully knowledgeable but also has the ability to provide or perform hands-on assistance in meeting manufacturing goals and objectives. Is competent to perform all work-center related functions but also possesses the advanced skill sets and experience to oversee the daily line operational functions and provide process expertise to the group for the purpose of completing flexible pipe products within the established safety quality and production guidelines. This position requires minimal supervision in unique situations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The individual in this position must use initiative and judgment arranging job details to achieve predetermined objectives. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Leads team in meeting schedule requirements in the Extrusion work center are met without sacrificing safety and/or quality.
• Coordinates work-center team activities including VFM/5S team safety quality and productivity.
• Coordinates breaks and sets the example of best production work practices.
• Lead point of contact on assigned shift.
• Provides feedback to the Department Manager and communicates information and instruction to team members.
• Ensures work center housekeeping and safety procedures are followed.
• Assists in work-center troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Provides work-center expertise to the Company.
• Coaches and mentors fellow team members which includes ensuring proper training of team members.
• Provides solutions to production problems. Works closely with other departments to produce solutions.
• Oversees work-center in machine set-ups start-ups run process inspections and completions.
• Provides feedback to evaluate team members which includes necessary disciplinary action when required.
• Provides and reviews appropriate documentation.
• Provides hands-on operation of the work-center equipment and machinery including both liner and shield lines.
• Provides hands-on simple equipment maintenance and upkeep.
• Provides feedback on work-center set up sheets and run information to Extrusion Manager and Extrusion Engineer.
• Sets good work practice example.
• Prepares and revises procedures and work instructions associated with work-center.
• Provides and ensure proper training for both Lead Operators and Operators.
• Responsible for determining maintaining installation and inspection of extruder tooling and ancillary equipment necessary to fulfill production requirements.
• Takes initiative in cost reduction and efficiency improvements associated with work-center.
• Maintains extrusion line tools and consumable inventories. Ensures timely notification of upcoming shortages and order needs.
• Documents own work and verify proper procedures are followed.
• Provides and reviews appropriate documentation.
• Performs regular audits of the extrusion work center to ensure standard work is being followed by the operators assigned to the department.
• Supports other work-centers as needed to meet manufacturing goals and objectives.
• Other duties assigned by manager.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

• Oversee employees assigned to their work-center or all employees assigned to the pipe production floor from all work centers in the absence of a department supervisor.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws.
• Directly oversees employees assigned to their shift; and has some responsibility for hiring firing and conducts disciplinary actions and performance appraisals.
• Takes part in Quality and Safety meetings.

EDUCATION EXPERIENCE and QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED plus required work-center training. Must have Lead Operator certification hands-on experience hours and/or competency module completion proven process skills sets have established leadership ability possess relevant education or an equivalent combination as established by FlexSteels Standard Operating Procedures.
• In lieu of the above an Associates Degree (A.A. or A.S.) or better and 4 years hands-on Hydrostatic Testing and/or spooled product packaging and/or End Fitting/Connection installation or swaging experience in a manufacturing environment or Industrial Technical School with 6 years hands-on Hydrostatic Testing and/or spooled product packaging and/or End Fitting/Connection installation or swaging experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Leadership interpersonal and mechanical skills along with versatility is a must.
• Must have ability to work effectively with company personnel and customers.
• Must be insurable by the companys insurance carrier. Must possess a valid drivers license.
• Must have regular attendance on the job.
• All requirements must be accomplished in primary business language which is English.
• Individual must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Must have the ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Must have the ability to effectively present information to top management or other groups.
• Ability as to add subtract multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers common fractions and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate ration and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to prepare interpret and present reports to direct or indirect management.
• Must possess the ability to write edit and implement process procedures.
• Must complete all required basic skills special skills and any training associated with the given qualifying production work center.
• Must have the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral or diagram form.
• General computer knowledge and skills.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Full recognized understanding of all aspects of the assigned work center.
• Must have the ability to recognize potential problems react quickly and work with Shift Lead and the technical group in the problem-solving process. Strong problem-solving skills are desired.
• Attention to detail is a must; therefore continuous analyzing of the on-going process is important to recognizing and preventing potential problems. It is this individuals responsibility to set the example in this area.
• Must possess a high degree of verbal communication skills to ensure daily safety quality and production successes.

• This position may require:
• Pre-employment drug screening
• Background checks
• Medical examinations
• Safety certifications
• Valid drivers license
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Working in various weather conditions
• Travel to remote locations
• Cactus Companies maintains a drug-free workplace and participates in E-Verify.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here 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.

• Field Branch Shop & Plant Positions: This position operates in an industrial/field environment. The role requires working in and around manufacturing equipment heavy machinery and potentially hazardous materials. While performing the duties of this job the employee:
• Must be able to lift/move up to 50 pounds regularly
• Stand and walk for extended periods (up to 12 hours per shift)
• Climb stairs and ladders
• Bend stoop kneel and reach
• Work in confined spaces when required
• Operate heavy equipment and power tools
• Perform repetitive movements

WORK ENVIRONMENT

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

• Field Branch Shop & Plant Positions: This position operates in an industrial/field environment. The role requires working in and around manufacturing equipment heavy machinery and potentially hazardous materials. While performing the duties of this job the employee:
• Exposure to extreme weather conditions
• Exposure to loud noise levels requiring hearing protection
• Work in high places and confined spaces
• Exposure to dust fumes and chemicals
• Work around moving mechanical parts
• Work in hot and cold temperatures

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

The safety requirments described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Field Branch Shop & Plant Positions: This position operates in an industrial/field environment. The role requires working in and around manufacturing equipment heavy machinery and potentially hazardous materials. While performing the duties of this job the employee:
• Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures
• Participate in regular safety training
• Complete required safety certifications
• Comply with all environmental regulations

Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this position. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Cactus Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age national origin disability veteran status genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. Safety is our top priority. All employees must comply with our comprehensive safety programs participate in required safety training and demonstrate commitment to our safety-first culture.

Required Experience:

Manager