Lamination Team Leader

Join the Associated Materials Innovations team at Associated Materials, LLC, and be AMazing with us! Who We Are At Associated Materials Innovations, we combine our rich history in innovation with an unwavering commitment to continuous improvement of the customer experience. For decades, we have provided vinyl windows, siding, and metal building products that have helped build homes and communities across North America. As a leading manufacturer of exterior building products and a preferred product manufacturer for Alside, you'll have the opportunity to contribute ideas in a welcoming and supportive work environment driven by safety and our core values. Join the AMI team where you can be AMazing as we shape our future together. Position Summary Under direct supervision of the Production Supervisor, the production team lead oversees and coordinates the production activities of a team, ensuring that all tasks are completed efficiently and on time. This includes managing resources, monitoring progress, and resolving any issues that may arise. The team production lead is responsible for optimization of resources necessary to meet production, safety, customer satisfaction, quality, delivery, and cost objectives. What To Expect Assures Operators are working safely, completing daily safety audits, preventing accidents and increasing the safety environment of the work area Focuses on Housekeeping of your work area. Responsible for a clean and organized handoff from shift to shift Ensures Extrusion lines have all necessary supplies Assists with troubleshooting of ongoing technical issues on Extrusion lines Covers Shift Supervisor role on an as needed basis Complies with all process Standardization and Engineering specs Knowledge of the controls and available variables for both extrusion and lamination Responsible for ensuring color change, product change, startup, shutdown and setup standard are done per the work procedures Required to operate all lines at standardization, fill out paperwork accurately, follow schedule, and maintain proper raw material levels Meet daily efficiency goals and build a cohesive team around these goals Required to comply with all manufacturing quality standards Monitor and adjust Gage, Cap stock and Color to meet Quality Standards and Company Goals Report all leaks, damage and materials waste Provide technical training for both lamination and composite extrusion Train and certify employees on a mobile equipment Perform and verify LOTO procedures are being followed What We’re Looking For Previous experience in a Team Lead role within a manufacturing environment Experience working with vinyl siding or similar materials is preferred Must be safety conscious oriented Must be able to comprehend and communicate basic math skills (including fractions) Must be able to lift, push, pull, boxes 20 pounds or greater Must be capable and willing to work overtime on short notice Must be willing to work in hot, fast paced work environment Must be able to work standing on feet 8 or more hours a day Must be able to read, write, and comprehend work instruction Must be able to use small handle tools (calipers, tape measures, hand saws, etc.) Must be able to do product quality checks and identify bad product Must be capable of working with Standard Work processes Must be able to operate and be certified on mobile equipment Must be able to learn and utilize problem solving skills for troubleshooting Must be able to work in a team setting Must be able to complete machine changeovers Flexibility to work third shift hours and weekends as needed The atmosphere is that of a manufacturing plant. The position will primarily work where moving machinery produces noise. Employees must wear personal protective equipment that is issued for that location. Temperature can range from extreme cold to extreme heat. Physical fitness to include movements, positioning, remaining stationary which include standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, climbing, pushing/pulling, forward bending, reaching, kneeling, crouching, squatting, crawling, postural balancing, manipulating, trunk rotation, handling, gripping, and talking (hearing). Must be able to lift up to 80 lbs–100 lb with assistance. Frequent use of company communication devices are required such as a computer, phone, and other office electronics. Benefits of Working with Associated Materials Competitive wage Opportunity for growth Long standing business model in a changing market Premier company culture 401 K matching Paid time off, holiday pay About Us When you join AMI, you are part of a leading North American manufacturing business of vinyl windows, cladding, metal siding, trim and other essential exterior building products for residential, light commercial and multifamily projects. In 2022, we introduced our composite cladding system, a first‑of‑its‑kind solution featuring exclusive (GP) 2 technology. Headquartered in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, AMI is part of Associated Materials, LLC, which owns and operates 10 manufacturing facilities in North America including a distribution center. Associated Materials Innovations ... Building Products Better Associated Materials, LLC. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. We also make reasonable accommodations for disabled employees and applicants, as required by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr