Paint Lead (West Bend) 1st Shift
Overview:
Reporting to the Paint Supervisor, the Paint Lead Technician - Lead is primarily responsible for assisting the Supervisor in overseeing the Paint Line(s). This person may perform all aspects of the Powder / Wet Paint Line, as well as give instruction to the Technicians assigned to the lines.This role is responsible for acting as a good role model for the rest of the development and for keeping the department organized and clean.
Responsibilities:
- Paint Technician Lead will assist the Supervisor in directing and assisting in the work activities of Paint Line Technicians.
- Work with the Paint Technicians to ensure the parts are racked correctly and schedule is being followed and on-time.
- Will coordinate orders with material handling and work with Production Control to assure orders are ready for assembly.
- Provide input on schedule to ensure maximum efficiency and on time delivery is met.
- Keep informed of any changes and new procedures throughout the day to stay on schedule.
- Communicate information, assisting in resolving problems and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Monitor all equipment, pre-treatment, conveyors, wastewater treatment, cure ovens and assist powder room coordinator with trouble shooting application equipment.
- Monitor all supplies within the department. Report shortages to the department supervisor.
- Must be familiar with all Company’s policies on quality in relationship to packaging.
- Assist with cost savings, continuous improvements and more efficient ways to run the paint operations.
- Follow all company rules, policies and regulations.
- Ensure compliance with corporate and plant safety standards.
- Other duties as assigned.
Metalcraft of Mayville is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity
PM17
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Minimum Qualifications- Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate with management and peers openly.
- Ability to efficiently assist in leading a team and coordinate work with other departments.
- Aptitude to take orders and execute the same efficiently.
- Knowledge of Basic Print reading and torque values.
- Know when to escalate issues that require additional technical or leadership support.
- Basic Computer knowledge.
- High school degree, diploma or a GED equivalent qualification from an accredited institution.
- Demonstrated detail orientation, self-motivation skills and ability to multi-task.
- Previous experience working within a highly technical environment.
- Strong basic math skills.
- Previous experience working within a powder paint department.
- Previous forklift experience.
- Exposure to a Lean manufacturing environment.
- General understanding of Metric and Standard systems.
- Associates degree in related technical field preferred.
- Prior lead experience, preferably in a painting process department or a powder coat paint department.
- Microsoft Office skills. Ideal candidate would also have SAP experience
- Certification in Waste Water treatment process.
Job Expectations:
Equipment Operated:
Physical Demands
Physical Activity:
Activity
N/A
Occasionally
Frequently
Regularly
Average lbs.
Lift/Carry
X 25 lbs routinely, 55 lbs occasionally
Push/Pull
X 25 lbs routinely, 55 lbs occasionally
Reach Overhead
X Comments:
Climb
XSquat/Bend/Kneel
XSit
XStand
XWalk/Move About
Occasional: 1-2 hrs/shift Frequently 2-5 hrs/shift Regularly 5-8 hrs/shift
Work Environment
Regularly exposed to varying temperature conditions between 60-100 degrees Fahrenheit, loud noise, moving machinery parts, airborne particles, and fumes from production equipment.