Lead Production Associate

LATICRETE•Grand Prairie, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

At LATICRETE International, we are driven to be a top ten construction chemical company that still values family, diversity, collaboration and invention. We’ve been in business for over 60 years, family owned/operated for three generations and are available in 100 countries. We don't just make innovative, industry-leading products. We strive to connect with, engage with and improve the lives of our employees, our customers, our partners, and the global communities in which we operate. We are seeking passionate and ambitious employees who want to make a difference not just within our organization, but within their communities and the world. This is a 12 hour shift on a 2-2-3 schedule, 7:00p-7:00a with a 15% shift differential.

Requirements

Able to utilize math to perform basic weights for formulas.
Able to read and interpret directions and order details.
Able to communicate both in writing and verbally.
Proficient in all of the plant equipment or equivalent work experience.
5+ Years Plant experience.
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Must pass pre-employment physical.
Must be able to lift and/or carry a minimum of 60 pounds.
Must be able to push/pull 55 pounds.
Must be able to stand 80% - 85% of the day.
Must be able to sit 5% of the day.
Must be able to twist/bend 20% of the day.
Must be able to squat/climb/crawl 10% of the day.

Responsibilities

Provide backup to production staff of preparing materials needed for order.
Operate and maintain 5 to 8 pieces of equipment to ensure fulfillment of duties, including reviewing orders, using RF Gun to locate and pick materials, weighing materials, and inputting information into machines.
Startup machinery, review production schedule, load bags into machine, and work with batcher to determine when to run the machine.
Ensure safety protocols are always followed.
Maintain proper housekeeping and maintenance of worksite, including sweeping, vacuuming, removing packing materials/debris, and equipment cleaning.
Prepare materials for the next shift to ensure a smooth transition and handoff with minimal downtime.
Provide a shift summary report that includes productivity, downtime, and quality concerns.
Ensure the team is utilizing raw materials that are not expired and follow correct formulas.
Collect samples for the QC team and adjust batches as needed based on results.
Ensure the final product is meeting quality specifications.
Escalate maintenance needs, shortages, failures, or required repairs for equipment and materials.
Work closely with the Production Manager to ensure maximum productivity of the team.
Train new team members on equipment and areas in the plant.
Assist supervisor with workload balancing and provide direction to the team.
Act as supervisor for shifts without one, providing floor-level escalation for team questions.
Promptly address performance concerns, working with Human Resources as needed to document and correct issues.
Ensure the team is up to date with all required trainings, including compliance and safety.
Input work order closing.
Perform physical inventory and update the system.
Update work orders based on inventory availability.