Production Group Leader- 2nd Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Who is Pyrotek? Pyrotek is the most successful global industrial company you’ve never heard of (until now). Pyrotek is a global leader in high temperature materials and our products impact virtually everyone in the developed world. Our global team has worked for decades to deliver new technologies, advanced engineered systems and innovative materials to customers in industries all over the world. Join our team and create, improve and innovate the everyday!

Job Description

Shift Hours: M-TH 2:30pm-12:30am

The role of the Production Group Lead is to lead, direct, and coordinate day-to-day production operations on an assigned shift by overseeing and ensuring standard operating procedures, organizational policies, and industry regulations.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Effectively assist Production Supervisor with the management of Team Member production activities to achieve organizational goals, and coordinate, motivate and support Team Members, to include:
  • Organizing and prioritizing the usage of labor, materials, and support services to meet quality standards and production schedules.
  • Providing technical guidance, coaching, training, and troubleshooting.
  • Assisting in the resolution of personnel issues, redirecting complex issues to supervision and HR in a timely manner.
  • Ensuring production goals and key performance indicators are achieved, and products are made to specifications and shipped on time.
• Precisely follow production schedule(s) and effectively prioritize and adjust production based on business needs to ensure customer satisfaction; promptly escalate issues to the Production Supervisor.
• Implement and execute standard operating procedures for production operations, reviewing, determining, and implementing improvements to the production process, as needed.
• Effectively communicate with supervisor(s) at beginning and end of shift regarding the flow of materials through the shop from receiving to shipping.  Suggest recommendations for improvement, as needed.
• Ensure effective communication of goals, objectives, and expectations to Team Members throughout assigned department, and collaborate with other departments and support personnel within and outside of the facility.
• Serve as a role model in areas such as professionalism, service orientation, continuous improvement, and commitment to organizational goals and objectives.
• Foster a culture that guides Team Members towards operational excellence while acting with integrity and ethics.
• Create a work environment that empowers Team Members by actively recognizing, rewarding, and reinforcing accomplishments and positive actions.
• Continuously ensure proper use of equipment and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and take appropriate corrective measures when necessary.
• Identify new applications, innovations, quality and/or safety improvements and present recommendations to management.
• Ensure all operational activities are performed in compliance with federal, state and local regulations.
• Promote positive Team Member and customer relations by supporting Pyrotek’s commitment to a working environment of tolerance, acceptance, and civility.  Respond appropriately to inquiries, concerns, and complaints by being professional, courteous, and respectful at all times.
• Maintain regular, consistent, reliable, punctual, and predictable attendance, as required to achieve internal and external customer satisfaction.

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Qualifications

Education/Experience

High school diploma or GED, plus a minimum of three (3) years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.

Supervisory experience, a plus.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Technical/Labor Skills. Ability to read and interpret basic drawings and work orders, and follow directions. Ability to use hand operated and power tools, and perform tasks with precision and manual dexterity.  Basic mechanical and mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division), and ability to apply work material calculations utilizing a calculator. Ability to obtain and maintain industrial equipment certifications (e.g., cranes, forklift, and power jack). 

Leadership .  Ability to directly supervise/coach staff in teamwork and process improvement, foster quality focus and assist in development of Team Member skills.  Ability to build a culture of tolerance, acceptance, and civility by setting an example to staff.

Core People Skills. Ability to positively interact and work collaboratively with a diverse group of people at all levels of the organization.  Genuine with high ethical standards and values, and personal integrity and honesty.  Ability to apply a large measure of common sense to a variety of situations.  Knowledge of quality, health and safety standards and compliance. 

Communication Skills. Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, listen and obtain clarification, and respond well to questions.  Proficiency in writing clearly and concisely and editing work for spelling and grammar.  Ability to vary writing style to meet business needs.

Computer/Applications Skills . Proficient computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.  Ability to understand and utilize various machining, production and logistics software.

Core Business Skills. Knowledge/understanding of manufacturing control systems.  Ability to exercise sound judgement and discretion in handling of proprietary and confidential information.  Ability to work independently, without significant direction and to use resources effectively to “figure it out”.  Strong critical thinking skills, judgment and keen attention to detail and accuracy. 

Flexibility .  Exhibit flexibility in work schedule and perform beyond a normal workday. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.  Ability to travel, as needed, for training purposes. 

Physical/Sensory Requirements

The following physical activities described here are representative of those required by a Team Member to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation, if feasible, will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of position.

While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to talk or hear. The Team Member frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The Team Member is occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The Team Member must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 85 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Working Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.  Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as approved footwear, respirators, and safety glasses/goggles may be required. 

Additional Information

The minimum and maximum hourly range for this full-time position is $25 - $31.25 + benefits.   

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level and location.  Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.  Please note that the compensation details listed in this posted role reflect the base salary only and do not include bonus or benefits.  

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$25 - $31.25 / Hourly

 

Pyrotek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

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