Extrusion Crew Leader - (Commercial)

Tarkett•Calhoun, GA

About The Position

The Extrusion Crew Leader assists extrusion operators in performing their duties safely and correctly and is responsible for the performance and quality of assigned machines, including Plantex, Filteco, and/or Reiter equipment. The role administers safety policies and standards, supports first-quality processes, checks line readings and machine setup, and prepares for product changeovers according to the production schedule. The Crew Leader also fills in for extrusion operators, ensures operators have the necessary tools and supplies, removes waste and odd lots from work centers, trains and coaches operators, and completes production reports. The role requires communication with the incoming and outgoing shift’s Extrusion Technical Coordinator, including arriving at the work center 15 minutes before the shift begins. Other duties may be assigned by the Supervisor or Production Team Lead. The position follows one of four schedules: Sunday through Tuesday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sunday through Tuesday, 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.; Thursday through Saturday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.; or Thursday through Saturday, 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Employees must be able to work any shift and overtime on short notice. Tarkett describes itself as a worldwide flooring and sports-surface company with more than 140 years of history and close to 12,000 employees. The company says it uses renewable energy and a closed-loop recycled-water process and is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and water consumption.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read and write.
Maintain a good attendance and safety record.
Demonstrated leadership abilities.
Ability to safely lift 50 pounds.
Ability to prioritize daily tasks according to schedule needs.
Ability to work any shift and overtime on short notice.

Nice To Haves

Willingness to become proficient with SAP and the Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

Administer and maintain safety policies and standards.
Ensure first quality for all processes.
Perform and maintain required line readings to verify machine setup.
Follow the current production schedule and prepare for and perform product changeovers.
Fill in for extrusion operators.
Ensure operators have the necessary tools and supplies.
Report and remove waste and odd lots from work centers.
Train and coach extrusion operators on job specifics.
Complete production reports.
Communicate with the incoming and outgoing shift’s Extrusion Technical Coordinator; arrive at the work center 15 minutes before the shift starts.
Perform other duties as instructed by the Supervisor or Production Team Lead.