The Manufacturing Team Leader is responsible for coordinating the safe, efficient and quality manufacturing of products. As a working lead, the position will coordinate daily activities of assigned full-time and temporary employees, provide the necessary training on processes, and work with the Production Manger to meet quality, safety, schedule adherence, operational efficiency, and production transaction accuracy goals. This role is applicable for either the batching operation or filling/packaging operation as assigned.

Job RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Direct production team in the efficient operation of the batching or filling/packaging area as assigned.
• Provide daily direction and training to area employees.
• Communicate the daily production schedule, daily expectations and delegate work to area employees as needed.
• Fill in as needed in the assigned batching or filling/packaging areas to complete production schedule.
• Ensure work order compliance and accurate Syspro transactions by regularly monitoring transaction accuracy.
• Training new employees in the operation of assigned batching or filling/packaging equipment.
• Responsible for Operating Equipment Efficiency (OEE) performance of assigned production lines
• Coordinate quick and efficient line changeovers to maximize uptime (meet standards).
• Collect measurable and meaningful key performance metrics, analyze results and make process improvement recommendations based on the data.
• Lead safety awareness and compliance for team by enforcing OSHA regulations and company policies.
• Recommend production department improvements to increase safety awareness
• Ensure adherence to customer and plant quality specifications through enforcement of plant quality policy (SOPs, work instructions, documented specifications, etc.)
• Direct daily housekeeping efforts in the area.
• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Knowledge, SKILLS, AND ABILITiES:

• Strong Communication and training skills required.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in equipment setup process execution, and resolution skills in manufacturing operations are keys to success in this position.
• Ability to provide direction and lead a team in a fast paced manufacturing environment.
• Proven problem solving skills to address and direct a team when schedule changes occur.

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Associates Degree preferred

EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years previous manufacturing experience
• Team Lead experience strongly preferred
• Forklift certified (or eligible)

Physical Requirements:

• Extended periods of standing.
• Frequently moves items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• May climb stairs multiple times per day.

WORK LOCATION: Gurnee, Illinois

Employment Status: Full Time

Travel required: None