Team Lead, Manufacturing ​/ Production

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Production Mgt Full Time Operative Edmond, OK, US

Job Title:

CNCTeam Lead

Department:
Production

Reports To:

Production Supervisor

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

The primary function of the Team Lead, under limited supervision, is to lead people, equitably delegate work assignments, and manage processes & functions within the areas of responsibility. The Team Lead in this area will be knowledgeable of general manufacturing production processes and operations. They will have experience operating equipment and performing functions related to these areas. Team leads should understand the function and relationship of their activity/department to other parts of the Company, and strive to obtain cooperation and understanding with all other groups/departments.

• Distribute assigned work or jobs within the department.
• Oversee/Direct department employees and activities.
• Consistent, reliable attendance and punctuality at assigned work location
• Advanced knowledge of Plex (ERP system) to ensure accurate system information/reporting.
• Resolve production or employee issues within the areas of responsibility.
• Support all company policies, procedures, safety rules and principals of Lean Manufacturing/5S.
• Recommend work changes and improvements related to layout of area, manpower, equipment, or materials usage for continuous improvement.
• Work with Team Leads and/or representatives from other departments on production initiatives/projects.
• Be available as required by customer demand to work additional time (overtime) throughout the year.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Production Supervisor or Production Manager.
• Program and maintain CNC programming for CNC milling machines and lathes.
• Train machine operators on all aspects of CNC operations, from entry level to advanced skills.
• Assist in tooling development and programming for new products as well as existing products.
• Know all equipment in area of responsibility and see that operators understand and use it effectively.
• Study prints, sketches, models, or specifications to plan sequences of operations for CNC and other machining processes.
• Fabricate, fit and assemble parts to make, repair, or modify dies, jigs, gauges, and tools.
• Test completed tools and machining programs to ensure that they meet engineering specifications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex machining problems.
• Have the ability to train to and operate all operations of the MDI process within the area.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities or limitations related to, affected by, or arising out of pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions to perform the essential functions, unless the accommodation will cause an undue hardship.

• Safety-focused
• Ability to work individually or as part of a team
• Knowledge of current machinery and machining processes
• Advanced Shop Mathematics
• Knowledge of FANUC controls
• Time management and organization skills
• Results Driven
• Knowledge of machine operations, parts, drawings and work instructions
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from supervisors and co-workers. Must be a good communicator (written and verbal) and able to speak, read, write, understand and train using the English language.
• Ability to perform basic math functions. Ability to count and measure.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Investigative and problem resolution skills
• Ability to perform above average computer operations (Microsoft Office, Plex)

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CNC Programming Certification from vocational/technical program
• 1-2 years of experience preferably in machine CNC programming, setup and operations; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
• Ability to read, understand and train others on basic machine operation, drawings and work instructions.
• Ability to organize departmental work assignments and multi-task.
• Above average computer skills are necessary.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems.
• Must be a good communicator (written and verbal) and able to speak, read, write and…