Cactus Wellhead · 2 days ago
FlexSteel - Extrusion Supervisor
Baytown, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expFlexSteel is an innovation-driven flexible pipe technology company. The Extrusion Supervisor will lead a team in meeting production schedules while ensuring safety and quality standards are upheld, providing mentorship and hands-on assistance as needed.
Industrial ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Leads team in meeting schedule requirements in the Extrusion work center are met without sacrificing safety and/or quality
Coordinates work-center team activities including VFM/5S, team safety, quality, and productivity
Coordinates breaks and sets the example of best production work practices
Lead point of contact on assigned shift
Provides feedback to the Department Manager and communicates information and instruction to team members
Ensures work center housekeeping and safety procedures are followed
Assists in work-center troubleshooting and problem solving
Provides work-center expertise to the Company
Coaches and mentors fellow team members, which includes ensuring proper training of team members
Provides solutions to production problems. Works closely with other departments to produce solutions
Oversees work-center in machine set-ups, start-ups, run, process inspections and completions
Provides feedback to evaluate team members, which includes necessary disciplinary action when required
Provides and reviews appropriate documentation
Provides hands-on operation of the work-center equipment and machinery, including both liner and shield lines
Provides hands-on simple equipment maintenance and upkeep
Provides feedback on work-center set up sheets and run information to Extrusion Manager and Extrusion Engineer
Sets good work practice example
Prepares and revises procedures and work instructions associated with work-center
Provides and ensure proper training for both Lead Operators and Operators
Responsible for determining, maintaining, installation and inspection of extruder tooling and ancillary equipment, necessary to fulfill production requirements
Takes initiative in cost reduction and efficiency improvements associated with work-center
Maintains extrusion line tools and consumable inventories. Ensures timely notification of upcoming shortages and order needs
Documents own work and verify proper procedures are followed
Provides and reviews appropriate documentation
Performs regular audits of the extrusion work center, to ensure standard work is being followed by the operators assigned to the department
Supports other work-centers as needed to meet manufacturing goals and objectives
Other duties assigned by manager
Oversee employees assigned to their work-center or all employees assigned to the pipe production floor from all work centers in the absence of a department supervisor
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws
Directly oversees employees assigned to their shift; and has some responsibility for hiring, firing, and conducts disciplinary actions and performance appraisals
Takes part in Quality and Safety meetings
Qualification
Required
Must have a High School Diploma or GED, plus required work-center training
Must have Lead Operator certification, hands-on experience hours and/or competency module completion, proven process skills sets, have established leadership ability, possess relevant education or an equivalent combination, as established by FlexSteel's Standard Operating Procedures
In lieu of the above, an Associate's Degree (A.A. or A.S.) or better and 4 years hands-on Hydrostatic Testing and/or spooled product packaging and/or End Fitting/Connection installation or swaging experience in a manufacturing environment or Industrial Technical School with 6 years hands-on Hydrostatic Testing and/or spooled product packaging and/or End Fitting/Connection installation or swaging experience in a manufacturing environment
Leadership, interpersonal and mechanical skills, along with versatility, is a must
Must have ability to work effectively with company personnel and customers
Must be insurable by the company's insurance carrier
Must possess a valid driver's license
Must have regular attendance on the job
All requirements must be accomplished in primary business language, which is English
Individual must have the ability to read and interpret documents, such as safety rules, operating, and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Must have the ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Must have the ability to effectively present information to top management or other groups
Ability as to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Ability to compute rate, ration, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs
Ability to prepare, interpret and present reports to direct or indirect management
Must possess the ability to write, edit and implement process procedures
Must complete all required basic skills, special skills and any training associated with the given qualifying production work center
Must have the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form
General computer knowledge and skills
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
Full recognized understanding of all aspects of the assigned work center
Must have the ability to recognize potential problems, react quickly and work with Shift Lead and the technical group in the problem-solving process
Strong problem-solving skills are desired
Attention to detail is a must; therefore, continuous analyzing of the on-going process is important to recognizing and preventing potential problems
It is this individual's responsibility to set the example in this area
Must possess a high degree of verbal communication skills, to ensure daily safety, quality and production successes
This position may require: Pre-employment drug screening, Background checks, Medical examinations, Safety certifications, Valid driver's license, Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), Working in various weather conditions, Travel to remote locations
Must be able to lift/move up to 50 pounds regularly
Stand and walk for extended periods (up to 12 hours per shift)
Climb stairs and ladders
Bend, stoop, kneel, and reach
Work in confined spaces when required
Operate heavy equipment and power tools
Perform repetitive movements
Exposure to extreme weather conditions
Exposure to loud noise levels requiring hearing protection
Work in high places and confined spaces
Exposure to dust, fumes, and chemicals
Work around moving mechanical parts
Work in hot and cold temperatures
Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Follow all safety protocols and procedures
Participate in regular safety training
Complete required safety certifications
Comply with all environmental regulations
Company
Cactus Wellhead
Address: 920 Memorial City Way Ste 300 Houston, TX 77024
1001-5000 employees
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$150M2023-01-10Post Ipo Equity· $150M
2018-02-08IPO
Leadership Team
Jay Nutt
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
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