Crew Leader -2nd Shift

Teknor Apex Company•Jacksonville, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Teknor Apex is looking for high-quality individuals to join our manufacturing team. This role is responsible for ensuring daily production requirements are met, planning and preparing for future production needs, and overseeing the safe operation of all equipment. The Crew Leader will also troubleshoot equipment, work with operators to maintain a smooth production flow, and enter shift performance data. They must understand and enforce company rules and policies, and be willing to work overtime and different shifts as necessary. This position requires a focus on safety, efficient equipment operation, and adherence to quality standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Two to three years' experience in operation of product equipment and knowledge of plastics and plastics processes preferred
Familiarity with plastic extrusion equipment preferred
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
Must be 18 years of age to work at Teknor Apex

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of plastics and plastics processes
Familiarity with plastic extrusion equipment

Responsibilities

Ensure daily production requirements are met
Plan and prepare for future production requirements
Enforce 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
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