Lead II, Production Worker, Dept 052, 2nd Shift (2:30pm-11:00pm

Imprint Production Lead

The Imprint Production Lead is responsible to follow work orders, work instructions/SOPs, perform duties to operate manufacturing machinery, inspect, package final product, and performs Lead Operator duties while adhering to Good Manufacturing/Documentation Practices standards. Imprint Production Lead must also verify equipment needed prior to the start of production.

Essential Job Functions:

• Following SAI safety procedures including PPE USE.
• Apply lean 6S principles.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to back up production lines as needed.
• Able to cross train in multiple departments.
• Following scrap escalation process.
• Able to enter data in daily tracks if required.
• Responsible for leading employees engaged in operations. Check work, resolve operating difficulties, train.
• Perform random visual inspection of final product.
• Monitor shift operations and communicate to Assistant Manager any materials, machine or personnel issues.
• Ensure that specifications are met by using PDXpert.
• Record production downtime, scrap, rejected materials and output.
• Assist Operators with resolution of normal operating and/or material difficulties.
• Report excessive problems and material shortages to Assistant Manager.
• Ensure no debris on product and air clean carton if dusty.
• Replenish cartons, paper, wrap and product as needed.
• Monitor the quality of the product being packaged for proper orientation, correct date on labels.
• Place product into bags /boxes specified on work order and label appropriately.
• Pack bags into cartons and apply appropriate label.
• Initiate changeover paperwork, notify maintenance of need for changeover, perform first piece inspection and sign off on paperwork.
• Inform Assistant Manager of material shortages.
• Rework or designate rejected product as non-conforming, tear down product and return good materials to the appropriate location.
• Will be trained and in other areas of manufacturing and perform other duties as assigned.
• Give pre-meeting huddles to organize team and communicate with off shifts on status of department.
• Assist Operators with resolution or normal operating, printing or material difficulties by adjusting machine settings.
• Report excessive problems to Assistant Manager and contact maintenance to repair equipment.
• Complete appropriate Changeover documentation and assure that Line Clearance on and around the machine has been completed.
• Record production downtime, scrap, rejected materials and output, both manually and electronically.
• Completes work schedule off dispatch, places product on hold, goes over any validation processes.
• Inform Assistant Manager, Material Handler, and/or Shop Floor Coordinator of material shortages.
• Ensure no debris on product and materials.
• Perform random visual inspection of final product.
• Place product on Department Hold.
• Rework or designate rejected product as nonconforming, tear down product and return good materials to the appropriate location directed by the Assistant Manager.
• Responsible for leading employees engaged in packaging operations. Check work, resolve operating difficulties, train.
• Capable of knowing and operating on all machines in the Department.
• Communicate with planners, engineers, mechanics, management, QA.
• Follow safety rules and keep work area in a clean and orderly condition ensuring that only materials from current job are present at the machine.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Replenish materials such as cartons, cards, literature, blisters, PVC and lid stock as needed.
• Monitor the quality of the product being packaged for proper orientation, correct date stamp and clear and complete wrap or package.
• Scan or input Pick List (Customer Order) data into packaging machine to prepare for order production.
• Adjust and fix simple jams or contact maintenance for complex problems.
• Ability to read, understand and navigate HMI (Human Interface Panel) in order to reset common faults and restart the system.
• Stop and reset the machine when malfunctions occur. Clear machine jams and report malfunctions to mechanic.

Education:

• Ability to complete Sunstar Departmental Training matrix and Training Checklist
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred
• Some college is preferred

Knowledge/

Experience:

• Prior manufacturing experience required

Skills:

• Must be able to read, speak and comprehend written work instructions that are presented in English for the effective performance of the position.
• Good communication skills and detail oriented
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Must be able to communicate to all levels of the organization

Abilities:

• Ability to read and follow SOP's (Standard Operating Procedures)
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions/direction

Inclusiveness/Teamwork: respects ideas and contributions of everyone

Quality & Continuous Improvement: strives for efficient, high-quality performance in themselves and the department

What Makes Sunstar Special is:

• A business focused on health and wellness of people around the world
• High Quality Products
• Beautiful state-of-the-art facility
• Diversity and…