Technical Team Lead 3rd Shift

About the position

Partners with the production and engineering leadership and assists in the coordination of various technical specialist duties including, but not limited to, injection molding & CNC machining, injection mold inspection/preventive maintenance/repair, industrial maintenance and related technical tasks. The Technical Team Leader supports and leads in maintaining quality control measures, monitoring individual and team productivity/service goals, and promoting a safe/lean culture. As a working lead, this position will also perform the essential functions relevant to respective specialized technical team such as injection mold processing, process troubleshooting electrical/mechanical troubleshooting, supporting and sustaining production equipment to continuously improve operations of production lines and completing/overseeing preventative Maintenance requests. Accountable for machine down time and is involved in the OEE metric for plastics department. Be an acknowledged leader in the existing molding machines and tooling, and industrial maintenance shop towards driving continuous improvement, and have extensive knowledge of all existing equipment, machine, tooling and/or industrial maintenance processes.

Responsibilities

• In conjunction with production and engineering leadership, oversee floor operations to include directing labor, the ability to flex labor based on business need, and the ability to maintain consistent workflow in all areas to meet customer service levels.
• Confident in making recommendations to team and adjusting operations accordingly to meet service goals.
• Supports manufacturing in mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical PLC related troubleshooting systems and equipment issues.
• Production support of answering calls, assisting in changeovers and setups.
• May recommend appropriate counseling /corrective action for execution by leadership as needed.
• Ensure policies and procedures are consistently followed by team.
• Communicate in a professional/respectful manner operational priority, customer requirements, and develop teamwork between/among production teams and shifts.
• Create and maintains a safety-conscious workforce by championing 6S, modeling all safety policies and housekeeping practices, conducting safety meetings, and assisting with thorough accident/incident investigations.
• Set up and run multiple injection mold machines simultaneously, efficiently running parts through the equipment.
• Train new hires at all experience levels, technical trainees and apprentices in all areas of relevant shop processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Superior time and priority management skills with ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including listening, coaching, diplomacy, and conflict resolution.
• Proficient in part inspection, including use of calipers, bore gauges, thread gauges, and micrometers and height gauge.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Team player with strong communication skills (written and oral).
• Basic math, reading, and writing skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Basic understanding of ISO9001 and LEAN principles.
• Ability to work unsupervised.
• Fast learner. Able to pick up new processes quickly.
• Understanding of automated tool probing concepts.
• 7 to 10 years' experience in a technical manufacturing environment with lead position experience including knowledge of both maintenance and electrical processes.
• Knowledge of various equipment (drills, saws, hand tools, electronics) and a variety of maintenance equipment.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to take initiative in the problem solving process.
• Understand, comprehend and complies with the Lock Out Tag Out procedures with all equipment, including fire extinguisher training.
• Understands mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems, Digital Electronics, PLC trouble shooting, and applies knowledge and principles to trouble shoot electrical devices and read AC and DC circuits.
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible and supportive to meet changing work demands.
• Strong communication and customer skills to maintain updates/status of department's equipment.

Nice-to-haves

• Associate's Degree in electrical or mechanical field of study or equivalent experience in a technical manufacturing or environment preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (E.G. Email, Excel, Word)

Benefits

• Compensation
• Benefits
• Work-life effectiveness
• Recognition
• Performance management
• Tuition reimbursement
• Mental health wellness
• Talent development