Manufacturing Team Lead - ST

General Purpose: Ensures manufacturing of products and semi-finished products in his/her assigned cluster within Surface Treatment in compliance with safety, shift productivity goals as well as internal and external quality specifications. Leads and motivates the team in his/her assigned cluster to achieve set goals. Oversees the finishing of metal parts according to procedure by performing the following duties: Shift(s) Avaialable: - 2nd shift (2:00 PM to 10:00 PM) Monday through Friday Supervisory Responsibilities: - Carries out supervisory responsibilities within his/her assigned cluster in accordance with the companys policies. Responsibilities include planning, assigning, and directing work. Duties and Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned) : - Demonstrates leadership skills by promoting team cohesion and motivatingteam members {=html} - Ensures overall manufacturing output goals are achieved in his/her area of responsibility (cluster) in compliance with manufacturing deadlines and delivery schedules by allocating personnel, setting up the equipment, re-working parts and personally supporting troubleshooting efforts as required. - Mentors other team members to achieve set goals, improve quality and communication - Help with workflow by identifying bottlenecks and promptly communicating status with Shift Supervisors. - Promptly communicates equipment and personnel issues to the Shift Supervisor. - Promptly performs booking operations and ensures reported quantities are correct. - Supports all LEAN activities within his/her assigned cluster, especially the sustainable execution and implementation of 5S principles (order and cleanliness) and continuous process improvement (stable processes) based on KAIZEN principles to achieve highest quality standards - Supports execution of regular and effective preventive maintenance according to established working instructions and maintenance schedules. - Supports the execution of training plans for Operators in compliance with established working instructions and procedures - Ensures compliance to ISO-, OSHA- and Environmental Protection regulatory and ensures highest safety standards in his/her area of responsibility (cluster) {=html} - Perform adjustments related with machine settings. Analyses part measurements to determine adjustments needed. - Uses measuring equipment such as microscope, optical comparator, roughness testers, hardness tester, etc. Analyses results and takes appropriate action {=html} - Review measurement reports to assess product conformity and necessary corrections. - Perform re-works on machine and off machine. - Effectively uses hand tools such as files and hand reamers to de-bur parts while maintaining product conformity. - Performs often and through visual inspections to identify issues as early in the production process as possible. - Communicates with Shift Supervisors and/or Area Leads potential issues that could affect product quality and/or safety including equipment and product issues. - Communicates with Shift Supervisors, Area Leads and Operators relevant information that helps prevent mistakes or expedite production process at shift change. - Flexible work schedule. {=html} - Must be present in regular attendance including the time before/after shift in order to carry out effective shift handoffs. - Position may require occasional training trips offsite or overseas (Austria). Qualifications/Job Requirements: Requires 12 months Related experience and/or training, basic knowledge of surface treatment processes or machines. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, pre-skills, and/or abilities needed to perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to ualified employees or applicants with disabilities. Competencies: Leadership Communication Relationship Management Ethical Practice Critical Evaluation Time Management Conflict Resolution