Manuacturing Group Leader

Essential Job Responsibilities

JOB TITLE:

Group Leader

REPORTS TO:

Asst. Manager DEPARTMENT:
Operations DATE:
August, 01 Revised Jan, 08

• Supervises, coordinates and oversees all operations and procedures within the plant during the designated shift, in accordance with all company policies, manufacturing standards and methods and quality standards.
• Directs the work of Team Leaders and associates by assigning/re-assigning work stationing and analyzes production requirements base on current work situation and production schedules.
• Utilizes knowledge and skills to maintain the highest level of quality and efficiency possible.
• Monitors the flow of parts, materials, productivity and quality –takes corrective action as needed.
• Maintains a safe working environment for all associates. Familiar with all procedures concerning Haz Waste and Spill
• Response and security procedures for entire facility.
• Evaluates and analyzes problems involving machinery, equipment and coordinates repair of tools and machinery.
• Orientates and oversees all training of associates and assigns experienced and/or certified trainers to perform new associate training and cross training as needed.
• Maintains, plans and prepares department instruction manuals.
• Coordinates and advises the AMW Team.
• Works with engineering to qualify new molds, revised molds, and machines if applicable.
• Maintains specified records, files and logs of department/shift activities such as production, scrap, quality, maintenance, etc. (manual and computer) as required.
• Prepares reports and spread sheets of required data.
• Assists throughout the Production group to facilitate the flow of work solve problems, answer questions, etc.
• Trains and coaches associate to maintain productivity and quality standards, in TS19649, ISO 14001,environmental safety, quality, job performance, setups, and trouble shooting and continuous improvement.
• Performs performance reviews, and participates in discipline and termination of associates if necessary.
• Participates in the setting of goals and coordinates improvement teams.
• Trains set up associates on set up and trouble shooting skills.
• Performs various administrative duties, i.e., attendance records, reports of parts shortages, production problems.
• Evaluates probationary associates' performance and makes decision on retention/release.
• Participates in frequent evaluation of machines, tools, equipment, etc.
• Performs and/or participates in ergonomic exercises, 5S housekeeping, team activities, dress codes, safety rules and all other applicable company policies and procedures.
• Production Supervisor
• Administers TS19649 procedures as they apply within the assigned department.
• Fosters associate involvement in continuous improvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• As assigned.
• Monitors and controls phone calls, transports associates for medical attention, maintains a secure workplace and makes other independent decisions as required.

Previous work experience in a manufacturing supervision position

in lieu of formal education would be acceptable to prepare for the position on a two to one substitution ratio. Six to

nine months in the job would be required to become proficient in most phases.

Requires knowledge of basic supervisory skills including planning, work scheduling, performance evaluation and motivational techniques. Must possess good interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Requires thorough understanding of company product, trade terminology, quality management and control systems and techniques, manufacturing processes including material controls, work flow, scheduling, kanban, machine operation and company policies as standards.

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