Manufacturing Lead

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESGeneral and Task ManagementWork to ensure people and resources are applied in an efficient and effective manner to meet delivery requirements while achieving quality and safety standardsEnsure that team members follow defined manufacturing procedures and comply with quality requirementsEnsure full adherence to 5S (Sort, Set In Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) practices at all timesEnsure equipment is within calibration date and all systems are functioning correctlyEnsure all records are completed appropriatelyEnsure that non-conforming material is clearly identified and segregatedEnsure that the escalation procedure for quality concerns is followedEnsure achievement of production throughput against stated capacity targets.Ensure the team are aware of day-to-day targets and responsibilitiesManage work order closures and stock control transactionsMaintain visible lead for adherence to procedures and instructionsMonitor change over and/or line set up efficiencyPrepare line set-ups for following shifts, including first piece buyoffsMonitor and maintain all safety equipment and toolsUndertake continuous training and developmentPerform root cause analysis and resolve problemsIdentify business improvement opportunities within the organizationIdentify and deploy the technical skill sets, resource levels and systems to deliver projects, including the engagement of external resources as requiredConduct risk assessments of processes and tasks in the departmentPeople ManagementResponsible for training of operators for products and processes within the local teamResponsible for daily management and support for the team to achieve operational successMonitor time and attendance and ensure compliance with Company proceduresCarry out incident, accident and non-conformity investigations and associated reporting and action closureMonitor the completion of tasks and ensure good performance and record on appropriate systemsConsistently promote high standards through personal example and roll out through the team so that each member of the team understands the standards and behaviors expected of themCommunicate Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) from the strategic annual plan so that each employee is aware of expectations and deliverablesProvide product expertise within team, and respond to operator queriesWork positively with support functions to fully define the processes/procedures/controls relevant to team activities. Provide support and input to continuous improvement activities within the teamRelationship ManagementInterface with Production Scheduling to determine schedules for shift productionLiaise and communicate with other departments and ensure an effective interface is maintainedFeedback to the Management team to share ideas and improve operation, recommending, supporting and implementing continuous improvement activities and process and procedure improvements to optimize results and improve quality of delivery, in line with quality standards requirements and delivery in line with Company and Customer requirementsProvide technical expertise to the teamSelf-ManagementSupport, comply and ensure complicity with Health & Safety regulations, the Company Handbook, Quality and Environmental standards, and all other Company policies and proceduresEmbraces personal challengeConfident, rounded thinkerIs self-aware, resilient, assertive, and open to changeEngages interest and participation of others and has a collaborative approach to working togetherActively Committed to team developmentHigh levels of motivation, optimistic and action orientatedSkills and Attributes:Exercise considerable initiative/judgement in work methods and in interpreting and delegating work requirements/goalsWork independently, reviewed infrequently with minimal supervisionAbility to lead by example, gain respect from team and communicate with clarity whilst demonstrating excellence in approach to work and people activitiesExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent organization skillsExcellent problem-solving skillsAbility to manage a wide variety of activities at the same timeAbility to plan, analyze and challengeAble to work cross functionally and collaboratively with many stakeholdersSolid understanding of all people related processes and proceduresGood understanding of customer deliverables and the impact of failure/cost of poor qualityREQUIREMENTSExperience of leading small group activities to drive improvement ideasExperience of assisting and developing (multi-skilled) peopleExtensive knowledge of processes and procedures in assigned areasMinimum 1 years related experience3 years working in a manufacturing production environmentPREFERREDComputer proficiency in MS Office Suite and ability to learn, navigate and use all proprietary company and equipment software desired #J-18808-Ljbffr Aluma--form