THK Manufacturing is seeking a dedicated and motivated 2nd Shift Team Lead to join our team. This role is responsible for coordinating personnel, managing parts, providing instructions, overseeing production, supporting the Supervisor, and filling in for vacancies when needed. Key responsibilities include parts management, training coordination, production monitoring, and ensuring the efficiency of daily operations. The Team Lead consistently upholds the core principles of Q-D-C (Quality, Delivery, and Cost).
Shift Schedule:
Monday – Friday, 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Major Responsibilities
Leadership & Compliance
Shift Schedule:
Monday – Friday, 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Major Responsibilities
Leadership & Compliance
- Enforce company policies and procedures while following directives from leadership.
- Actively participate in production meetings and ensure proper communication of updates.
- Workplace Organization & Safety
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment to promote safety and productivity.
Personnel & Operations Management
- Assess daily manpower and scheduling needs, making necessary adjustments and recommendations.
- Manage operation sheets, standards, and process conditions.
- Ensure production tasks are completed efficiently and within standard timeframes, providing necessary instructions.
- Assist the Production Supervisor in monitoring attendance and keeping them informed.
- Provide performance feedback to the Supervisor and support the resolution of team-related issues.
- Assist in developing action plans, timelines, and resource allocation for achieving team goals.
Production Coordination & Prioritization
- Confirm and communicate priority Manufacturing Orders to the team.
- Adjust production schedules in response to equipment failures or operational issues.
Material Handling & Transportation
- Ensure team members handle and transport materials safely and accurately.
Equipment Setup & Operations
- Verify that pre-operation tool checks (e.g., visual inspections, air pressure, hydraulics, coolant levels, tools, instrumentation) are completed properly.
- Provide guidance to team members regarding operational procedures and quality control.
- Assist the Supervisor in leading daily team meetings and overseeing production activities.
Quality Control & Issue Resolution
- Identify defects and implement corrective actions under the guidance of the Supervisor.
- Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues, escalating more complex concerns to the Supervisor.
- Identify inefficiencies and propose effective countermeasures to improve production processes.
Reporting & Documentation
- Report key production issues to the Production Supervisor/Manager.
- Ensure accurate shift-to-shift communication and documentation, including Defect Occurrence Reports, Production Reports, Equipment Inspection Sheets, Quality Records, Problem Logs, and Attendance & Payroll Records.
Training & Development
- Update and create operation sheets as necessary.
- Develop and execute training schedules while maintaining accurate training records.
- Oversee team member training on equipment usage and safety procedures
Qualifications & Requirements
- Strong leadership and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Working knowledge of documentation, including drawings and operation sheets.
- Aptitude for measurements, calculations, and record-keeping.
- Ability to respond quickly to alarms and assist team members as needed.
Education & Experience
- High School Diploma, GED, or higher; vocational training or equivalent experience preferred.
- Minimum of two years of machining experience in a Lead or Supervisory role within a manufacturing environment preferred.
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