Crew Leader - 3rd Shift

Teknor Apex Company•Jacksonville, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Teknor Apex is seeking a Crew Leader for its 3rd Shift manufacturing team in Jacksonville, TX. This role is responsible for ensuring daily production requirements are met, planning for future production, and enforcing quality standards set by customers and Teknor Color Company. The Crew Leader will also oversee the safe operation of all equipment, troubleshoot and operate equipment as needed, and work with operators to maintain a smooth and productive process flow. Key duties include computer entry of shift performance, enforcing company policies, and preparing for future runs. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401K contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, a sign-on bonus, and various employee recognition and wellness programs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Must be certified in forklift operations
Good verbal and written communication skills
Must be accurate, conscientious, and able to perform multiple tasks
Must show a demonstrated ability to lead a team
Physically capable of lifting and carrying 55 pounds
Physically capable of wearing a respirator
Ability to pass a drug screen and physicians physical examination

Nice To Haves

Two to three years experience in operation of product equipment and knowledge of plastics and plastics processes preferred
Familiarity with plastic extrusion equipment preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure daily production requirements are met
Plan and prepare for future production requirements
Enforces quality standards as set forth by customers and Teknor Color Company
Obtain batch cards for products
Oversee the safe operation of all equipment at all times
Troubleshoot and operate equipment as required
Work with all operators to maintain a smooth and productive process flow including but not limited to helping on changeover and line operation
Computer entry of shift performance on daily production report
Understand/follow/enforce all company rules and policies at all times
Work overtime and different shifts if necessary
Supervise a safe shift, working in a safe manner
Prepare equipment/raw materials/people for future runs before immediate need
Follow applicable procedures, work instructions, and test methods to perform and maintain records on in-process production testing and Q.C. inspection of finished product

Benefits

Very attractive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with extremely LOW deductibles and Low-cost - 85% paid by the company
Benefits eligibility within 30 days of hire
Company paid wellness programs – smoking cessation, mental health, weight loss
Up to 7% Employer Contribution to 401K and free financial planning assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Two-weeks Paid Vacation and 13 Paid Holidays
$1,000.00 Sign on Bonus - $250 paid after 30 days, $250 after 90 days and the remaining $500 paid after 180 days (6 months)
Bonus paid for Employee Referrals
Shift differential - for 2nd shift and 3rd shift
8-hour Production shift schedules and paid weekly
Overtime production schedule posted 1 year in advance –no production is scheduled for most holiday weekends
Monthly bonuses paid for attendance
Monthly bonuses paid for performance
Employee recognition points to purchase a wide variety of amazing products earned for Perfect Attendance, service year milestones and other achievements
Company sponsored discounts to gyms, restaurants, theme parks, travel, auto, etc
Numerous employee appreciation activities annually- meals, giveaways, contests
Community involvement and volunteer opportunities
Recognition for years of service