Group Leader

This position will be responsible for standard operating/production procedures, safety, quality control, and continuous improvement initiatives of the production area. The Group Leader position will provide support and leadership within the manufacturing team providing the necessary training, problem resolution, and team development. This position will also provide support and assistance to other departments as necessary.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Will supervise manufacturing Team Leaders and Associates and will be responsible for the overall operations of the production area.
• Support an annual operating plan for department to support company operation planning cycle, including capital and expense budget requirements and be accountable to operating plan and financial commitments.
• Lead improvements activities for quality, delivery, cost and safety objectives and will support continuous improvement.
• Participate in a teamwork atmosphere and contribute to various continuous improvement project activities such as defect rate(s) investigation, standardized work improvements, cost-downs or other improvement activities.
• Responsible for personnel planning and scheduling with an emphasis on containing overtime.
• Responsible for identifying training needs and development for department team members.
• Coordinate activities associated with new product planning and launch.
• Support company policies, procedures and administer those policies fairly and consistently.
• Responsible for ensuring standardized work procedures are properly followed.
• Responsible for maintaining production efficiencies and team measurables through lean manufacturing principles, human resources planning, and flexibility.
• Provide assistance or perform machine troubleshooting and repairs, set-ups, tool changes, preventative maintenance and routine machine checks.
• Facilitate good communications with team leaders and team members for establishing expectations and problem resolutions.
• Must be able to successfully lead and function within a team environment and be able to adapt to change.
• Will plan and facilitate new and existing associate training.
• Responsible for 5s activities.
• Will coordinate activities with other Group Leaders and Team Leaders from other shifts.
• Perform machine troubleshooting and repairs as necessary.
• Must possess a strong mechanical aptitude and ability to apply mechanical principles in various troubleshooting and repair activities.
• Ensure PM schedule is followed properly and train when necessary.
• Must be receptive to training and performing functions in multiple areas.
• Responsible for line productivity, safety, quality, and other performance indicators in coordination with the Team Leader.
• Maintain safety and address concerns immediately.
• Must ensure that all safety procedures and practices are implemented and followed.
• Responsible for covering Team Leader absences as necessary.
• Must complete all necessary production reporting and required paperwork.
• Must have ability and willingness to fill in online if necessary.
• Recognize and define problems, collect data, and develop conclusions.
• Communicate effectively with others using both oral and written communication skills.
• Assist in the development of policies and procedures.
• Other duties as required.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have supervisory knowledge in a lean manufacturing environment.
• Must display leadership ability, able to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and to be responsible for making decisions.
• Ability to inspire oneself and others to reach a goal and/or perform to the best of their ability.
• Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.
• General understanding of mechanical blueprints is preferred.
• Must be able to manipulate and analyze various forms of mathematical information and data.
• Must have general understanding of cutting tools and materials.
• Must have general understanding of production control in mass-production manufacturing.
• Ability to use thinking and reasoning skills to solve a problem.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, procedures and policies.
• Must possess the ability to problem solve, troubleshoot and or use proven troubleshooting methods.
• Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem. Must have solid problem solving skills using a variety of statistical and root cause tools.
• Experience with lean production philosophy.
• Positive attitude to support company policies and must be able to create and maintain a high-morale environment.
• Must be able to adapt to change in the workplace and demonstrate flexibility with new ideas and different environments.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends when necessary.
• Ability to deal with stress and emergency situations.
• Must be able to provide training in an effecting manner.
• Must be able to work any shift and overtime as needed.
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
• Must be organized or follow a systematic method of performing a task.
• Ability to effectively present information publicly.
• Ability to find a solution for or to deal pro-actively with work-related problems.

EDUCATION

High School Diploma or GED required. Associate degree and/or five (5) or more years of experience in

a high-volume manufacturing environment.

EXPERIENCE

• Must have prior experience in high volume manufacturing.
• Three (3) plus years in supervision strongly preferred. Must demonstrate the ability to operate all manufacturing equipment and processes in the designated area or be able to in a reasonable period of time.
• Must possess a strong mechanical aptitude and ability to apply mechanical principles in various troubleshooting and repair activities. Prior machine troubleshooting and repair is a must.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Ability to operate computerized equipment is required. In addition, must have working knowledge of PC

applications. Will be required to attend training as necessary.

CERTIFICATES & LICENSES

Certificates or diplomas from an accredited college or skill center in machining or machine tool

manufacturing highly desired.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This position is required to work in manufacturing environment facility. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Job Location:

Tru-Seam Metal Solutions - Williamsburg

3730 State Route 133 Williamsburg, OH 45176

Equal Opportunity Employer.

Veteran Friendly Employer. SRS Distribution believes in hiring military veterans at any level for any position. We know your service trained you in many of the areas we value, such as; leadership, teamwork, performance, integrity, and safety. If your experience matches our requirements, we want you to apply today.