Paint Lead (West Bend)

Paint Lead

Reporting to the Paint Supervisor, the Paint Lead is primarily responsible for assisting the Supervisor in overseeing the Paint Line(s). This is a 1st Shift position. This person may perform all aspects of the Powder / Wet Paint Line, as well as give instruction to the Technicians assigned to the lines. This role is responsible for acting as a good role model for the rest of the development and for keeping the department organized and clean.

Responsibilities

• Paint Technician Lead will assist the Supervisor in directing and assisting in the work activities of Paint Line Technicians.
• Work with the Paint Technicians to ensure the parts are racked correctly and schedule is being followed and on-time.
• Will coordinate orders with material handling and work with Production Control to assure orders are ready for assembly.
• Provide input on schedule to ensure maximum efficiency and on time delivery is met.
• Keep informed of any changes and new procedures throughout the day to stay on schedule.
• Communicate information, assisting in resolving problems and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor all equipment, pre-treatment, conveyors, wastewater treatment, cure ovens and assist powder room coordinator with trouble shooting application equipment.
• Monitor all supplies within the department. Report shortages to the department supervisor.
• Must be familiar with all Company's policies on quality in relationship to packaging.
• Assist with cost savings, continuous improvements and more efficient ways to run the paint operations.
• Follow all company rules, policies and regulations.
• Ensure compliance with corporate and plant safety standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Metalcraft of Mayville is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity

Qualifications

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

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate with management and peers openly.
• Ability to efficiently assist in leading a team and coordinate work with other departments.
• Aptitude to take orders and execute the same efficiently.
• Knowledge of Basic Print reading and torque values.
• Know when to escalate issues that require additional technical or leadership support.
• Basic Computer knowledge.
• High school degree, diploma or a GED equivalent qualification from an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated detail orientation, self-motivation skills and ability to multi-task.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working within a highly technical environment.
• Strong basic math skills.
• Previous experience working within a powder paint department.
• Previous forklift experience.
• Exposure to a Lean manufacturing environment.
• General understanding of Metric and Standard systems.
• Associates degree in related technical field preferred.
• Prior lead experience, preferably in a painting process department or a powder coat paint department.
• Microsoft Office skills. Ideal candidate would also have SAP experience
• Certification in Waste Water treatment process.

Job Expectations

Equipment Operated :

Physical Demands

Physical Activity:

Activity

N/A

Occasionally

Frequently

Regularly

Average lbs.

Lift/Carry

X

25 lbs routinely, 55 lbs occasionally

Push/Pull

X

25 lbs routinely, 55 lbs occasionally

Reach Overhead

X

Comments:

Climb

X

Squat/Bend/Kneel

X

Sit

X

Stand

X

Walk/Move About

Occasional: 1-2 hrs/shift Frequently 2-5 hrs/shift Regularly 5-8 hrs/shift

Work Environment

Regularly exposed to varying temperature conditions between 60-100 degrees Fahrenheit, loud noise, moving machinery parts, airborne particles, and fumes from production equipment.