L Maintenance Lead - Filling

Job Description Line Tech Lead - Filling

• Base rate starting at $38.66 per hour
• Benefits begin 30 days after hire!
• Annual bonus opportunity up to 3.5% of annual earnings!
• New Ulm, MN - Home of the Velveeta!

A Line Tech Lead by KHMS definition is a department maintenance Trio member. Trio, is a partnership between Production Supervisor (Process Owner), Continuous Improvement Leads (CI) and the Maintenance Lead. Trio objectives include providing the shop floor with the tools and systems needed to drive engagement, performance & a zero loss state. They will do so while safely delivering planned production without defects, every time, while minimizing cost.

Ensures maintenance and repair work is completed safely, effectively, and in a timely manner. Assists team members with technical issues or advanced problems with given assignments. Inspects work performed by team members. Parts and materials are analyzed for defects and proper fitment. The Line Tech Lead will help with the load leveling of PM’s as they pertain to Line Tech workload.

This employee will develop the maintenance capability of the Line Tech Team by serving as a technical coach and resource. They will Coach line operating teams on technical aspects of equipment. The Lead spends time on the floor gathering information on breakdowns, defects, and work order completions over the past 24 hours. Works with the SAP Coordinator to continuously improve PM work instructions, task lists, and checklists.

The Line Tech Lead will work with the Planner to ensure that all work is completed on time.

• Filling Production Supervisor

• 40 hours per week/8 hours daily/5 days per week.
• Works overtime as the need arises including weekends.
• Flexibility to adjust shift schedule to work with employees on other shifts as required.
• Required to wear the following PPE (Personal Protective Equipment): (bump cap/hard hat, safety glasses, slip resistant shoes, ear plugs).

• Filling Dept. Maintenance TRIO Lead
• Attend daily DPM meetings – how to WIN the day.
• Directs daily huddle & workflow.
• Prepare weekly maintenance schedules and allocate work.
• Prioritize Maintenance activities with the weekly schedule in conjunction with the Planner.
• Supports / Leads deployment, adherence, and continuous improvement of KHMS requirements & assist with some daily administrative tasks.
• Breakdown elimination
• DMS Continuous improvement - Centerline & CIL, PMs & 5S
• Conduct Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFAs) & 5W-1H
• Help facilitate Line Tech shift handoff meetings.
• Review and follow up on Daily Shift Reports.
• Help recruit, train & develop maintenance Line Technicians.
• Ensures maintenance and repair work is completed correctly and in a timely manner.
• Inspect equipment periodically to determine problems and necessary maintenance.
• Review / update PM’s to confirm done to completion / audit repairs.
• Monitor inventory of materials and equipment.
• Participate in coordination of projects, both equipment/mechanical & formulation / R&D.
• Ensure quality of our products and workplace by following all procedures and guidelines.
• Assists with departmental budget estimates and costs of specific repair projects.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards, health and safety regulations.
• Support Maintenance KHMS Pillar:
• Breakdown & Loss Elimination
• Asset Criticality
• Manage Defects
• Base Condition Events
• Updating workbooks & loss trees.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by Production Manager.
• Back up area Planner while on vacation.
• Weekend coverage & off-shifts – only as needed.

• Reduce number of breakdowns due to improper maintenance overhaul / restoration procedures.
• Improve downtime due to scheduled maintenance being optimized.

• Frequent standing & walking required.
• Prolonged periods working on feet, using tools, and performing repetitive actions that entail frequent bending and stooping.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

• Operate Forklift, Scissor Lift, and JLG.
• Certified in LOTO.
• Member of Plant ERT Team
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to plan maintenance schedules.
• Ability to communicate effectively using both verbal…