Material Handler Lead

Job TitleEnsure uninterrupted production flow in assigned process. Provide problem support and coaching / on-the-job training to employees to ensure the day-to-day business unit department goals are being met. Communicate with a variety of support resources to resolve problems.Key Role ResponsibilitiesProvide backup to the Shipping Supervisor for all assigned areas.Knowledge of Lean principles in order to lead and participate in MDI, 5S, and Kaizen activitiesDrive out waste throughout department through the deployment of the Lean methodologyOperate a variety of equipment applicable within assigned area (i.e., CRTs, forklifts, etc.).Execute and coordinate employee trainingCoordinate the timely and accurate movement of material and information into, within and out of assigned work area as needed.Drive a continuous improvement culture by involving employees in problem solving, decision making, as well as recognizing them for exceptional work.Ensure all employees are properly following startup, shutdown, and break timesEnsure all employees are properly filling out required paperworkCommunicate issues to other shifts and support functions via email and in personResponsible for ensuring that all employees are performing their duties in a safe manner, and ensuring that appropriate medical attention is provided in the event of an injuryReport any safety hazards or incidents in a timely manner. Provide detailed report for incidents.Participate in safety inspections.Adjust staffing as necessary in response to material, machine, or labor changes throughout the shiftOther duties as assigned.Qualifications and ExperienceHigh school diploma or G.E.D3-5 years shipping work experience preferred.Computer experience with Windows Word, Excel, Outlook, MACPAC and the Internet.Knowledge of all operations of the assigned shipping process requiredKnowledge of safety policies and procedures, and ability to promote compliance with them.Skill in analytical thinking and problem solvingSkill in communicating effectively through oral and written communicationsSkill in following detailed assembly instructions, processes and procedures.Ability to communicate job expectations to staff and achieving desired results by monitoring, coaching, and enforcing policies and procedures.Ability to achieve high productivity by reliable and punctual attendance and reporting any tardiness, attendance issues and disciplinary issues to the Shipping Supervisor.Ability to conduct operator training on standard work to include: work instructions, machine adjustments, product quality, company and value stream policies and procedures as required.Ability to identify and support continuous improvement efforts with the Shipping Supervisor.Ability to sustain and drive lean manufacturing and 5S activitiesAbility to maintain a clean and organized work area to facilitate manufacturing functions.Ability to adapt to rapidly changing business circumstance and have the ability to thrive in a constantly changing business environment.We HaveA dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every dayCommitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and workCore values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers.Benefits to support the lives of our employeesAt nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes:Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.