Lead Manufacturing Operator – Press- Timson Lead

CJK Group•Stevens Point, WI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Manufacturing Operator leads Timson press operations and the press crew to ensure safe, high-quality, and efficient production. The role oversees print quality throughout press runs, crew assignments and training, make-readies, maintenance, production records, safety, and continuous improvement. The lead also provides backup supervisory coverage after training, including when the shift supervisor is absent and on weekends as needed.

Requirements

Previous press experience.
Ability to participate in production activities and follow supervisors' direction.
Ability to perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
Ability to obtain and maintain Type II Forklift certification.
Knowledge of arithmetic and the structure and content of the English language, including word meanings, spelling, and composition rules.
Ability to work independently with little or no direction and follow through to complete assignments.
Practical and technical knowledge of the job, including work instructions, processes, equipment, and materials.
Ability to complete work and required paperwork thoroughly, accurately, and neatly according to established processes and procedures.
Ability to demonstrate initiative and creativity, teamwork and cooperation, and compliance with company, environmental, health, and safety policies, procedures, and work rules.
Ability to meet deadlines and work overtime and other shifts.
Prompt and reliable attendance.
Ability to move easily in the production area; remain stationary for prolonged periods on concrete or other hard surfaces; constantly use hands and fingers to handle, grip, and manipulate product; bend, twist, rotate, and reach; and move product weighing up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Monitor and help maintain signature quality throughout press runs, including ink and water balance, color, web alignment, set margins, slitters, and cut-off; work with customers to achieve acceptable quality.
Lead the press crew by modeling safety, work ethic, and morale; rotate staff for breaks and fatigue reduction as time allows; provide staffing and training feedback to supervisors; motivate the crew; assign tasks; support training; and promote teamwork across departments, shifts, and crews.
Work with the crew and supervisors to identify maintenance tasks for make-readies and scheduled downtime, and assign duties as needed.
Order plates when necessary, provide the required ordering information, and ensure correct proofs are available and returned after each job.
Ensure ordered counts are achieved and recorded correctly in the system.
Determine first-save copies at start-up and collect appropriate hourly pulls and samples.
Plan and execute make-readies in a timely and effective manner.
Identify barriers and help address them to support continuous improvement.
Perform or assign preventive maintenance, and complete maintenance request forms with supervisor assistance when needed.
Maintain the press inking systems.
Track tools assigned to the press and ensure they are returned by the end of the shift.
Check jobs for accuracy and maintain department cleanliness and general housekeeping.
Identify and correct potential safety hazards, investigate and report accidents as required, and regularly review safety concerns with the crew.
Promote the continued use of Sheridan's philosophies and tools.
Record waste and production information accurately, submit accurate job and crew timecards and paperwork, and maintain accurate job records in FLEX.
Communicate and provide feedback to internal and external customers.
Attend and participate in required meetings.
Train for the next level to provide backup supervisory coverage when the shift supervisor is absent and on weekends as needed.
Continually identify, develop, and implement work-process improvements.
Serve as a positive role model by consistently demonstrating Sheridan's core values.
Perform other duties as assigned.