U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC · 10 hours ago
Injection Molding Team Lead (TN) - 2nd Shift
Portland, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expU.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC is an international tier-one supplier of high-speed chain drive systems to the automotive industry. The Team Lead is responsible for leading an assigned production team, ensuring effective communication, monitoring production, troubleshooting machine issues, and maintaining safety practices.
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Responsibilities
Communicate effectively, clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing with supervisors, team members and other departments
Provide direction and delegate assignments to team members in order to meet requirements. Monitor machines, daily production and WIP to communicate any issues or problems that affect productivity to supervision/management. These can include: machines down; scheduling issues; anything that can cause a customer shipment being missed; and anticipating problems and taking appropriate action
Assist in troubleshooting and repair of machine issues
Assist with the weekly cycle count program and location counts. Ensure these are done correctly and on time
Monitor Fork Truck drivers to ensure they are scanning material to correct locations to prevent inventory issues
Write up and submit service requests/work orders
Assist in quality investigations
Assist operators in non-conformance issues and write up NC’s in IQS
Evaluate operator skills on an ongoing basis and communicate training needs to supervision/management
Train operators
Conduct audits and layered process audits of machines/processes as requested or scheduled. Ensure all forms and documents are being completed correctly and on a time
Ensure posted documents are subject to proper document control. (No reference only paperwork allowed.)
Maintain safety practices including monitoring employees to ensure: appropriate footwear and protective eyewear are worn; other area specific protective gear is utilized; safe operation of fork trucks or other moving equipment, wearing seatbelts as appropriate, etc.; and communicating awareness of construction or repairs (non-routine work) by maintenance or outside vendors in the department
Ensure daily 5S activities are maintained: parts picked up off the floor; loose parts removed from machines; and all areas are clean, neat and organized
Set an attendance example for other employees. Poor attendance can be reason for removal from group leader/team lead status
Deliver shift to shift handoff with incoming supervisor/GL’s
These responsibilities are in addition to any existing skill matrixes or other tasks as directed by supervisor/management
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered
Minimum 12 months of related experience
Good verbal and written communication skills
Must have basic computer skills, math skills and the ability to read and comprehend written instructions
Must also have knowledge of 5S, knowledge of equipment, processes and basic troubleshooting skills
Benefits
Health benefits effective on date of hire
Dental and vision benefits effective on the first of the month following date of hire
Paid Time Off ("PTO")
10 paid holidays
Generous 401(k) match and profit sharing
Annual bonus potential
Life insurance
Short and long-term disability
Flexible spending accounts
Commuter benefits
Education reimbursement
Home and auto insurance discounts
Pet insurance
Company
U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC
U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission is an industrial automation company that supplies roller chains and power transmission components.
501-1000 employees
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