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Winchester Job Description – Manufacturing Tech Lead
Position Title: Manufacturing Tech Lead
Reports to: Production Supervisor and Production Manager
Job Class:
Schedule: C Shift 6PM-6AM
Newell Brands is a global marketer of consumer and commercial products that touch the lives of people where they live, learn, work and play. We are committed to building consumer and commercial brands that matter while leveraging the benefits of being one company: shared expertise, operating efficiencies, and a culture of innovation.
The Manufacturing Tech Team Lead position will report directly to the Production supervisor. They will be the first front line connection to the production supervisor for all necessary communication. They will ensure all technical related issues are addressed and communicated. This position will also be responsible for ensuring the team members are completing all technical duties / responsibilities in a safe and timely manner. This person will lead the Technical Team on their respective shift.
* Utilizes lean principals to drive improvements in efficiency in changeover time and accuracy as well as in consistency and predictability in the injection processing.
* Collaborates with Maintenance team by providing feedback on equipment performance and needs.
* Audits resin and material usage and inventory.
* Compliance with safety and SEAL requirements.
* Assures technical staff is properly trained in the safe and efficient operation of equipment.
* Regularly inspects machinery for safety issues, including, but not limited to non-functioning lights, ground and trip hazards, broken pieces, and exposed wiring.
* Keeps machines in a neat, well-stocked, clean, organized manner, per company program.
* Keeps in compliance with and abreast of all OSHA regulations.
* Works with maintenance staff to ensure that maintenance issues are clearly and promptly reported, and support is available during repairs.
* Works with R&D team to support new product development for both processing and equipment requirements and setup.
* Works with Manufacturing Engineering team to determine equipment specifications for purchases.
* Schedules technical employees according to forecasted workloads.
* Works with maintenance employees and other staff to develop an effective, proactive team that works together to achieve plant objectives.
* Supports large project work that includes outside contractors. Ensuring the contractors are following all safety requirements.
* Ensures adherence to company safety standards, policies, and procedures. Ensures technical staff correctly wears and uses safety equipment, as required. Also, ensures that all safety inspections are completed as required.
* Works with the team to establish goals, priorities, and expectations, and to develop the action plans and strategies for accomplishing them.
* Take initiative in solving problems and offering suggestions for process improvement.
* Expedites production, ensures product quality, and supports lean manufacturing.
* Ensure applicable reports are timely and accurate to the supervisor and manager.
* Lead crew safety meetings/training and support safety initiatives including STOP, and SEAL in the technical department.
Minimum Qualifications:
* Must have a minimum of 5 – 7 years experience in technical field.
* Strong knowledge of injection molding and troubleshooting.
* Excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
* Ability to define problems and resolve them quickly.
* Lean manufacturing experience – to include 6S, SMED.
* Proven commitment to safety and ensuring solid housekeeping initiatives.
* Proven ability to lead, direct, control and organize efforts in support of production.
* Written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
* Must be a self-starter who can work well with people at all levels both in and out of the facility.
* Ability to become proficient on Microsoft software programs and others as necessary.
* Must pass post offer physical, controlled substance screen and criminal/reference background.
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