SUMMARY
Responsible for the operation, direction and guidance of assigned area(s) providing daily oversight of production operations in designated areas. Provides training and/or facilitates training for new and existing employees within the area, completes and approves required production documentation, communicates and recommends staffing requirements, participates in the preparation of staff performance assessments, assists with discipline and praise recommendations and fosters a positive team environment. The Team Lead is distinguished from the Supervisor(s) by providing informational supervisory responsibilities and less administrative oversight of the operation, however, the Team Lead has direct input and daily authority for the operations of the team. The Team Lead may also be required to perform the tasks of those they lead as required to meet demands. This Job Description is intended for all Team Leads as a means for consistent duties to all positions. An attachment to this Job Description intended for the specifics in your area may be necessary.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Monitor and provide work direction to achieve maximum performance of the team while maintaining quality standards
· Plans and assigns tasks to team members, ensures job rotations and conducts load balancing
· Provides either hands-on training or training via designate, guidance on tools, equipment, standard processes, work instructions, product specifications and enforce quality standards to ensure efficient, safe and quality operations
· Provides direct feedback to supervisors regarding individual and team performance
· Provides regular positive and improvement feedback to all employees in assigned area
· Sets the pace and communicates regularly to the team to achieve operational goals
· Coordinate and assist in efficient changeovers and production through hands-on involvement
· Understands, supports and achieves production and quality standards
· Keeps production, quality and scrap records that are pertinent to the work center
· First point of contact for quality, including first piece inspections and performing of tests
· Promote the safety and welfare of all team members and lead housekeeping activities
· Recommends staffing requirements, participates in the performance assessments for team members while offering suggestions for improvements and makes recommendations for discipline as needed
· First point of contact for team members for conflict resolution, yet understands when issues need to be escalated to the supervisory and/or human resources level
· Ensures proper tools, materials and equipment are available to team members and communicates needs to supervisors
· Responds to questions and concerns from production and plant support personnel and assists with identifying and implementing new or updated operations as management approves
· Participates and floats within the department assisting with production as needed
· Provide daily communication between other team leads and supervisors
· May have an attachment to this Job Description intended for the specifics in your area
· Identify and implement change and improvements with approval of supervisor
· Maintain a positive attitude and perception of leadership.
· Performs preventative maintenance or make arrangements for as required, which may include proper handling of chemicals
· Make necessary labels and maintain, or insure maintenance of QA logs.
· Knowledge, ability, and willingness to perform all duties of assigned area.
- Cooperate with all co-workers, customers and vendors projecting a positive and supportive attitude
- Supports AFI’s vision and mission statements, corporate philosophy and fosters respect and strives for a harmonious workplace
- Supports AFI’s commitment to Continuous Improvement
- Maintains confidential information at all times
- Cooperates with all departments and adheres to policies, rules and regulations proofing to be an exemplary example for those you lead
- Keep area clean, functional and well maintained
- Will report to work on time, alert and ready for production at designated start time
- Other duties and projects as assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES – Serves as informal supervisor to team members in area(s) assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- Two years previous supervisory experience or three years team lead/mentoring experience AND two years AFI spray booth, oil staining or color development or combination of the three.
- Ability to foster and develop a high-performance team environment
- Ability to pass Hue Test Color Discrimination test
- Ability to meet or exceed production standards for quality and quantity
- Ability to work various shifts for training, permanent shift and potential new and/or overtime shifts
- Self-motivated with a positive attitude
- Ability to identify and resolve problems or seek assistance in a timely manner and take direction
- Ability to coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
- Respond promptly to internal and external customer needs and resolve all issues satisfactorily
- Prioritize and plan work activities and use time efficiently
- Ability to consistently meet or exceed deadlines
- Ability to deal with frequent changes, delays or unexpected events
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Four year’s progressive manufacturing experience required
LANGUAGE SKILLS
- English required. Bilingual a plus.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
- The ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in units of measure
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Employee will be subjected to manufacturing environment including hot and cold temperatures, noise, airborne particles, fumes, chemicals, dust, dirt and odors.
COMPETENCIES
· Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
· Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.
· Customer Service - Meets commitments and upholds corporate philosophy and commitment to customer
· Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
· Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings.
· Written Communication - Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
· Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
· Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities.
· Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.
· Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes themselves available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services.; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.
· Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
· Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Aligns work with strategic goals.
· Cost Consciousness - Develops and implements cost saving measures; Conserves organizational resources.
· Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Promotes a harassment-free environment.
· Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
· Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
· Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
· Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
· Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
· Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
· Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
· Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
· Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
· Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
· Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Pay: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
