Investment Operator - Team Lead

In addition to performing their normal duties, Lead Persons are responsible for assisting the department supervisor and in­structing and training less experienced personnel in their job functions. Lead persons also assist in the planning and delegation of work assignments, safety training, new employee orientations, tool set-ups, and the general operation of their department in accordance with quality standards.

Principle Accountabilities:

1. Lead Person

Objective: Support management in the daily operation of their section or department in conformance to visual and dimensional specifications. The position is delegated by department supervisor, approved by HR.

Essential Job Functions:

• Follow established housekeeping and safety practices to maintain the quality of the work environment under general supervision.
• Demonstrate the ability to complete all departmental paperwork in fine detail and explain the logic of all phases.
• Have in-depth understanding of department docu­mentation, i.e., travelers, engineering drawings, engi­neering tech cards, change notices, production and shipping schedules, etc. Changes to any documentation may only be made with written authorization from management.
• Expedite/monitor the flow of work in and out of respective departments, in response to delegated authority and verbal/written instructions.
• Notify management of actual or anticipated problems, i.e., material shortages, tool/equipment, procedural deficien­cies, safety and employee relations matters that come to their attention.
• Monitor time card entries, and knowledgeable in adminis­trative, manufacturing, and engineering documentation.
• Possess the ability and willingness to operate and train others in the use of department safety and all equipment and tools.
• Demonstrate ability/willingness to work and communicate with a wide variety of people (hourly, clerical, engineers, etc.).
• Demonstrate ability to log on main computer system, extract information, log time, enter inventory amount and forward to next operation.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspection per part grade levels. Use such measur­ing devices as micrometers, calipers, and dial indica­tors.
• Ensure equipment is operating to optimum running condition. Responsible for the shutdown of equipment at the end of the shift or in the event of a power failure.
• Responsible for the "Haz-Mat" orientation of all new employees to their respective departments.
• Responsible to assure that the department supplies and operational materials are always in stock.

• Responsible for knowing the whereabouts of depart­ment employees at all times during normal work periods. In case of an emergency, leads must inform supervisors of employee where­abouts to comply with evacuation procedures.

• Maintain accurate records of work performed.
• Meet all production and quality standards. Follow set OPC’s and QCP’s.
• Swing shift leads are additionally responsible for security during the swing shift work periods and responsible for locking all plant doors, gates and shutdown of all necessary equipment.

1. Safety

Objective: To take responsibility for and demonstrate safe work practices.

Essential Job Functions:

• Adhere to plant and department safety rules.
• Safely operate all equipment and tools.
• Identify and report safety problems.

Additional Accountabilities:

• Train less skilled personnel as assigned.
• Perform all work as deemed necessary to meet Plant goals.

Essential Equipment, Vehicles, Tools and/or Machinery used:

• Varies depending on area of assignment.

Training:

• Training is provided on the job and may be documented by Verbal, Written, or Practical Testing.

Qualifications:

• Experience and/or training are included in considerations.
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, read, follow and interpret instructions on technique cards, code sheets as well as other verbal or written instructions.
• Able to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Able to use simple to moderately complex measuring devices and fixtures.
• Physical ability to perform the essential job functions.
• Be a Level B or higher in home department.