Lead Hand - Cast

Linamar Corporation • Fruitport, MI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Lead Hand leads day-to-day production activities in their assigned area(s) ensuring production attainment, quality and EHS targets are met.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with hands-on experience in line setup and equipment operation.
• Must be able to read, write and complete required paperwork.
• Must be able to do basic math (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Excellent attendance and safety record.

Nice To Haves

• Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to manage a team and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency and understanding of VRC / PRC casting production process including ability to perform machine setup, tooling setup, process loading, die preparation, process troubleshooting and recovery.
• Demonstrated proficiency and understanding of metal handling and treatment including degassing, fluxing, skimming and temperature issue abatement.
• Demonstrated proficiency with finishing operations such as trim, saw, and decore.
• Demonstrated proficiency and understanding of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) required to maximize OEE on all equipment including, automation recovery, metal delivery systems, hydraulics, and control power.
• Demonstrated understanding and proficiency in troubleshooting and resolving issues with PLEX production reporting, labeling and scrap reporting.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work closely with both team members and supervisors.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Support production line operations to achieve daily targets related to quality, output, and safety by
• Training operators to run more efficiently
• Troubleshooting process issues and resolving them
• Troubleshooting tooling and die issues and correcting them
• Troubleshooting machine issues and correcting them
• Escalating issues to appropriate departments and driving resolution of issues.
• Communicate EHS, Quality and performance to goals to team members at daily line-side shift meetings.
• Communicate and verify that changes to process and Quality Alerts are understood and have been implemented within their assigned team.
• Training and coaching team members to ensure they meet production requirements for attainment, quality, and safety.
• Conduct probationary and annual performance reviews with assigned team members.
• Communicate with assigned team members frequently throughout the day to address quality issues, production rates, objectives, etc.
• Review and perform adjustments for in-process parts according to audit results.
• Complete first piece inspections and sign off on first piece tags on time at the beginning of shift.
• Ensure that production and inventory control tools are used as prescribed.
• Verify that operators have completed checklists on time at the beginning of the shift.
• Keep and share precise production records, including end-of-shift reports. Complete all paperwork accurately and timely (daily inspections, checklists, scrap tracking, downtime tracking, shift reports, etc.).
• Verify proper tagging on all product containers and racks.
• Ensure all applicable documentation is available at each cell. This includes Coating Maps, Quality Alerts, Production Rate Targets and other product specific items.
• Operate production equipment as needed.
• Monitor and perform tool / insert changes.
• Act as a role model for EH&S performance ensuring adherence to safety protocols and company standards and actively promoting a safe working environment.
• Ensure that 5S / S5 standards are being met across work area(s) that comply with the Linamar standard.
• Understands how their job contributes to profitability.
• Other duties/projects as assigned.
• Continuously maintain current knowledge of all organizational accounting practices through seminars, webinars and professional conferences as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Sustainability Counsel
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees