Team Leader

Company Overview Why Choose Us? Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Novolex manufacturing and sourcing expertise spans a diverse range of substrates including resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum and more. We provide customers a broad array of stock and customized solutions with 120 product categories, 250 brands and over 39,000 SKUs. Our Sustainability Commitment The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives. Job Description Team Lead | Santa Fe Springs | HIRING IMMEDIATELY Compensation: Starting Pay at $30.47 + Hourly shift differential Eligible for pay for skill program to increase pay as you gain skills Position Details: Shift: 2nd Shift (2:00 PM – 10:30 PM) Schedule: Fixed schedule with Mondays and Sundays off Flexibility: Candidate should be available to adjust their schedule as needed to provide coverage for other Team Leaders during absences or business needs. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The majority of time should be expected to be on the shop floor, with the other time completing various computer or shift paperwork and reporting. The job responsibilities in this position description are not all inclusive and other duties may be assigned. Direct team efforts in assuring safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Ensure incidents/accidents are reported and investigated properly and follow case management process through completion. Direct quality efforts for the team by ensuring quality checks are done in accordance to specs, run rules are followed and app appropriate checklists are completed during shift start and changeovers. Comply with all GMP standards and ensure adherence to all 3rd party audit requirements (BRC, and other). Work with teams on improving line efficiency and productivity, reducing downtime, and reducing scrap. Ensure standard work practices are followed as well as defined troubleshooting methods. Coach as well as address performance issues as appropriate. Coordinate team resources to ensure staffing of plant priority lines following published scheduled and priorities. Coordinate team resources per manning tables and skills matrix. Give direction, coordinate and lead efforts with support operations such as maintenance and tooling to keep lines operating at all times. Create maintenance work orders for work requests when needed. Utilize Pactiv Business System processes to track, report, and lead countermeasures. Examples include; Leading tier meetings, hour x hour line tracking follow-up and auditing, completing shift end tally and reporting process. Lead and direct trainers in the training of operators through published training modules for all operator levels, and assure timely completion of training modules. Inventory: Keep appropriate records and reports to guarantee that tight inventory control and security are maintained. Assist in physical inventories, ensure proper stock rotation. Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area following 6S standards. Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse. Skills and Competencies MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to do simple math equations (add, subtract, multiply, divide, and percentages) and able to use calculator COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Must be able to read, write & understand basic English and/or Spanish. Able to communicate effectively, positively interact with coworkers and management and deal effectively & professionally under pressure REASONING ABILITY: Job requires the use of established guidelines that are well defined or detailed with little or no choice of action. Computer Skills: Ability to learn and use internal programs such as Insight, Maintenance Connection, etc. Education and/or Experience Requirements (Qualifications) EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma or equivalent Minimum 3 years’ experience in leadership role Some college or technical coursework desired Strong computer skills (Minimum above average ability in MS Word, Excel, Power point and Outlook, Access desired) Ability to work with and create Excel spreadsheets using formulas Experience using SAP and ability to learn and use other software programs Must be detail oriented Must be able to be involved in several projects at one time, able to ensure progress through continued monitoring, prioritizing, and follow-up Ability to work with associates at all levels of the organization Ability to provide effective informal coaching and training Ability to set priorities and cope with several problems simultaneously Ability to create training documents, Single Point Lessons, and forms as needed Possess good communication skills (Verbal and written) Possess a positive professional attitude Ability to meet the physical requirements of the Job profile and Medical Assessment requirements for the position #INDIIB Company Benefits What You'll Get From Us Benefits With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work. Community Engagement At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work. Training and Development We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization. Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Formerly Pactiv Evergreen #J-18808-Ljbffr