Production Group Leader

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. PURPOSE Perform duties to provide operators with support and assistance. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Record, log and maintain records as per work instructions; prepare reports as required. Instruct operators in proper molding techniques, procedures, product, quality requirements, and housekeeping. Provide support and assistance to operators to maintain efficiency and scrap standards; insure that operators are supplied with all materials necessary to produce product. Set‑up startup molds to established process parameters; change cavities and inserts on molds as needed. Monitor material usage of rubber presses; notify mill operator of material requirements; calculate mixing and blending of rubber compounds needed; cut rubber when needed. Report press breakdowns or malfunctioning problems to maintenance; make minor repairs. Work with engineering to improve techniques, molds, process and the like. Assist in relieving press operators or other qualified production operations for lunch and breaks as directed. Observe all prescribed safety rules and regulations and maintain work area in a neat and orderly condition; exercise proper care and safety in the use of power tools, equipment and materials. #J-18808-Ljbffr