Shift Lead - 2nd Shift Job Santa Teresa New Mexico USA,Manufacturing / Production

Location: Santa Teresa

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Plant Manager, the Shift Lead directs and assists in the work activities of production employees.

Duties and Responsibilities

Oversee production floor activities to achieve safe, efficient operation of quality product

Monitor and maintain production levels

Make quality control decisions

Safety

Ensure safety policies and procedures are followed
Distribute safety on-the-spot award points
Perform accident investigations

Coach and develop employees through on-the-spot feedback, annual performance reviews, and corrective actions

Communicate and enforce company rules and policies

Approve weekly timecards and requests for time off

Conduct employee training of equipment operations and safety procedures, or assign employee training to experienced workers

Backup plant personnel to operate machines, forklift, crane, etc.

Provide efficient changeover to next shift lead

Complete production documentation

Ensure that maintenance of plant equipment, both troubleshooting and preventive maintenance, is completed through proper communication with maintenance

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, and quality standards
Knowledge of machines including their limitations
Knowledge of basic arithmetic
Knowledge of and ability to comply with safety rules and requirements
Ability to accurately use tape measures, Rockwell tester, micrometers and calipers
Ability to read and understand material tags and production instructions
Ability to correctly retrieve and input data in a computer
Ability to communicate effectively
Critical thinking skills
Time management skills

Physical Requirements

Ability to routinely climb stairs, ladders, or platforms
Ability to routinely twist, bend, and squat
Ability to walk and stand for prolonged periods of time
Ability to repetitively reach and grasp
Ability to frequently lift, push, and/or pull up to 50lbs

Reasonable accommodations may be made to those who are able to perform the essential duties of the job.

Education and Experience

A high school diploma or GED with at least 1 year of Steel Technologies machine operator experience is preferred. Forklift and/or crane certification is required. Formal education may be substituted with experience and training when competency in the position is demonstrated.

Working Conditions

This is a safety sensitive position. This work is performed in a manufacturing setting with moderate to high levels of noise due to machinery and equipment processes. The temperature of the facility will vary based on the outside weather conditions. This position requires the use of personal protective equipment for safety compliance and may include overtime as deemed necessary by management.

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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