Area Leader - Corrugating & CT (1st)

Hose Master LLC•Euclid, OH

53d•Onsite

About The Position

Join a family-owned & operated company with 42+ years of stability & growth with industry-leading products that are 100% manufactured in the USA! Headquarters in Cleveland OH with regional facilities in Houston TX, Atlanta GA, and Reno NV, Hose Master is North America’s largest manufacturer of flexible metal hose and metal bellows expansion joints, with over 450,000 square feet of manufacturing space. Founded in 1982, Hose Master has established itself as the first choice in metal hose and metal expansion joints for industrial markets including power generation, refining and petrochemical, steel, pulp and paper, chemical processing, marine and offshore, liquid terminals, and bulk material handling. We are passionate about providing customer-driven designs, manufacturing excellence, and superior service. Innovation and application expertise are the cornerstones of our identity and the fuel for our growth. The Area Leader is responsible for driving results through ownership, accountability, and hands-on leadership within their assigned Department. This role ensures the efficient flow of work orders, maintains a high standard of quality, and leads daily operations with a relentless focus on performance and detail. Area Leaders serve as the first level of escalation for problem-solving, communicate cross-functionally to eliminate roadblocks, and take initiative to motivate their team toward continuous improvement. Success in this role requires strong multitasking skills, a deep understanding of performance metrics, and the ability to escalate issues effectively and decisively when needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Leadership experience
Ability to understand and follow English instructions.
Good basic math and mechanical skills.
Must be able to read a tape measure, dial calipers and micrometer.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing experience preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Take full ownership of work order progress, ensuring jobs flow efficiently through the department and meet delivery targets
Drive a results-oriented culture, setting the pace and expectations for daily execution and throughput
Lead by example in upholding all Safety requirements and company guidelines
Proactively identify, escalate, and resolve issues that impact delivery, quality, or safety
Reinforce a culture of ownership, communication, and continuous improvement
Maintain Hose Master standards for housekeeping and 5S; own the condition and organization of the area
Ensure quality checks are completed accurately and consistently throughout the shift
Ensure completion of all preventative maintenance tasks as scheduled
Maintain a visible presence on the floor; proactively support operators, troubleshoot problems, and remove obstacles to success
Ensure employees are properly trained and competent before assigning tasks
Coordinate labor and machine assignments to hit daily production goals without sacrificing quality or safety
Run shift start-up meetings to align team priorities and communicate expectations
Identify and escalate unstaffed equipment issues; work with supervision to create action plans
Serve as a hands-on leader: step into any function as needed to support flow and results
Participate in and support Emergency Response protocols
Actively engage in Lean Daily Management practices and drive seamless shift-to-shift transitions
Provide first-level escalation support to operators; resolve issues or escalate to Supervisor when necessary
Ensure all operators have adequate tools, materials, and information to be successful
Regularly review and audit area procedures for clarity, accuracy, and sufficiency
Maintain and verify calibrated equipment and tools are in proper working order
Adhere to company purchasing limits and maintain integrity in resource use
Responsible for area open and close procedures, including building security
Utilize hourly cell boards to track metrics, identify downtime, and escalate need for corrective action to Supervisor
Support first-piece inspection sign-offs and post-interruption validations
Perform required data entry, documentation, and non-conformance reporting accurately and in real time
Lead or support rework/sorting activities and verify part segregation to ensure quality
Conduct inspections and verify product quality as needed
Collaborate on and contribute to the execution of Employee Development Plans
Train team members on Work Instructions and validate adherence
Continuously look for process improvements and communicate them to leadership
Perform other duties as assigned