Team Lead I - Third Shift

Oatey Company • Omaha, NE

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries, with a commitment to delivering quality, building trust and improving lives. Today, Oatey operates a comprehensive manufacturing and distribution network comprised of industry leading family of companies: Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, Oatey Canada, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger, Lansas, and Durgo. At Oatey, we're doing big things — and by joining us, you'll have the chance to do big things too. You can build a strong career in an innovative, inclusive, high-performance environment, with the confidence that your company cares — about you, our customers and our world. Ready to make an impact in a place where you matter? - Position Summary Maintains a smooth flow of operations in an assigned area by organizing resources (materials and operators), start-up activities and workflow to ensure safety, quality and operational goals are met on a daily basis. May perform same work assignments as the team with responsibility for goals and training.

Requirements

• English fluency (both written and verbal) with the ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, and written procedures.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, multi-tasking environment to meet operational deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated team building skills with the ability to work with diverse groups of people.
• Basic math skills and effective problem solving abilities required.
• Knowledge of safety procedures for lockout/tagout, machine guarding and applicable OSHA standards.
• Basic computer skills needed (MS Office) with ability to learn computer systems.
• Rework and inventory control procedures.
• Flexibility and dependability necessary to meet operational demands of 24-hour operation.
• Prior manufacturing/distribution experience required with two (2) years’ experience in the department for in depth product knowledge.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a consistent flow of operations by: complete production records and data entry as required (DPR’s, process monitors, production summaries, double check sheets, work orders, etc.
• Assist with changeovers and line flushes; oversee downtime clean-up activities.
• Perform material handling duties within the department.
• Contact production supply to replenish materials to meet operational schedule.
• Achieve goals and report to supervisor re: production standards, downtime and/or reassignment of work.
• Audit work areas per standard operating procedure (SOP) to ensure each associate follows the procedural compliance, product conformance to specifications and accurate documentation.
• Verify accuracy of all raw materials at work area per the bill of materials/DPR and operator work assignments.
• Startup equipment and adjust line speeds on assigned line.
• Perform quality inspections; Document results.
• Ensure departmental inspections are performed with appropriate records maintained.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers by taking on additional responsibility and/or support.
• Perform various department functions as needed to maintain production.
• Provide new and/or temporary associates on-the-job training to learn the basic tasks (safety, quality, and productivity) for all positions within assigned line.
• Participate in start-up continuous improvement meetings (CIP’s) and assist in problem resolution activities.
• Continually evaluate work process for improvements.
• Maximize the flow of communication for effective performance and communication within the department and between shifts.
• Follow all company safety procedures in completion of job duties.
• Ensure safety start-ups have been completed at the beginning of the shift and that machine guards, chemical storage/handling, signage, etc. are in place and functioning prior to releasing equipment for production.
• Wear required PPE for job function.
• Sustain 6S standards through good housekeeping and execution of standard work.
• Utilize LEAN Thinking in formal and informal settings including participating in LEAN Events (Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, Projects, Just-Do-It), submit suggestions, attend LEAN Training and improve work cell/areas of responsibility.
• Use visual tools and display boards and update them as appropriate.
• Document all changes resulting from LEAN activities according to ISO guidelines.
• Accept and embrace change necessary for continuous improvement.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off programs and paid company holidays to support flexibility and work-life balance
• Annual Discretionary Cash Profit Sharing
• Immediate eligibility and vesting in 401(k), including 100% company match, up to 5% of eligible compensation
• Market leading health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offerings for associates and qualified dependents
• Significant company contribution to Health Savings Account with a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates
• Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• A strong set of complementary resources to support associate well-being, including resource groups, EAP, and dedicated mental health support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED