Aludyne · 5 days ago
Casting Team Lead
Benton Harbor, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$29/hr - $31/hr
3+ years expAludyne is the #1 aluminum knuckle manufacturer in the world, and they are seeking a Casting Team Lead to maintain production priorities and assist in organizational and leadership tasks. The role involves ensuring safety, quality, and productivity in casting operations while leading a small team of molders.
AutomotiveMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Operate casting equipment in a safe manner at all times
Monitor operators and equipment in your area of responsibility for adverse safety conditions and advise supervision of these conditions
Set-up casters for high productivity levels within your area of responsibility to include Trim Dies
Perform all duties that a molder performs, relieve molders for breaks if needed
Change and prep fill tubes
Change molds
Train Molders on safety and operation
Troubleshoot and report problems
Regularly scheduled follow up training and competency evaluation will take place annually and be included with an employee’s evaluation summary and maintained by HR in the employee records
Required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties upon request of the supervisor
When necessary, participate in classes and training seminars to learn new technologies and techniques deemed helpful to performance on the job
Other duties as assigned
Maintain and enforce a safe working environment within the cell
Have proficient knowledge and understanding to be able to perform all of the operations in the work area you are leading
Conduct attendance roll-call; inform Group Leader of team member absences
Lead start of shift meeting per agenda
Suggest re-assignment and reallocate team member resources to achieve daily production requirements
Audit all documentation is available and is accurate for current revision levels
Ensure all start of shift and periodic process checks and documentation are completed and accurate
Assist team members to resolve production issues as they arise
Assist team members with product labeling and transacting
Complete Quality audits during the shift as required
Relieve and fill in for operators within the cell as needed
Post and verify performance data on hourly boards
With assistance of Group Leader, develop, train, and audit Standardized Work
Coordinate achievement of training goals in cell. Train operators, track training progress. Recertify operators periodically
Follow escalation protocols appropriately including company policy infractions
Understanding company policies and procedures to assist in spreading understanding at a peer level
Redirecting and counselling employees when they do not follow company policies and procedures
Manage cell processes to achieve Key Performance Indicators (KPI)
Ensure all work areas are organized and clean at the beginning, throughout, and at the end of the shift
Work with all departments to improve and maintain and improve process and equipment efficiencies
Develop, communicate potential improvements, understand, train and continuously monitor and correct to the documented standard work for the process
Develop, Train and Perform TPM activities on equipment and facilities
Other duties as assigned
Lead and direct a small team of molders
Responsible for leading, coordinating, and monitoring the work of others who perform the same type of work as this job. Lead responsibilities typically include training, checking the work of others and ensuring supplies and materials are available
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent required
Valid fork truck and / or crane license, will train on the job
3-5 years of experience in Aluminum Casting Environment
Team player, good listening skills verbal and written communication skills
Ability to deal with multiple levels of people effectively, in group and individual settings
Basic computer literacy
Basic math and business writing skills
Demonstrated ability to develop project plans and manage projects to successful completion
Ability to learn new programs, activities and tasks
Good oral/written communications and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational, planning and documentation skills
Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits Package to include medical, dental and vision insurance
Health Savings Account with annual employer contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition Reimbursement
Employer 401K Match
Employee Assistance Program
Paid vacation and holidays
Company
Aludyne
Aludyne is a manufacturing company that supplies automotive components and lightweight products to industries.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$75M2023-06-06Private Equity· $75M
Leadership Team
Navin Karwande
COO & GM of Americas
Michelle Kaufman
Executive Assistant To Chief Executive Officer
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