Leadperson Gluing - 3rd Shift (5 Day / 8 Hour)

SOUTHERN CHAMPION TRAY LLC•Chattanooga, TN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Leadperson Gluing monitors the safety, setup, quality, and production of folder gluer machines in the Finishing operations area. The role supports production crews and operators throughout the shift to ensure quality standards, target run speeds, and production efficiencies meet machine standards and customer specifications. Depending on location and need, the role also monitors the safety, setup, quality, and operations of the windowing department. The Leadperson coordinates production activities, oversees quality checks and training, supports troubleshooting and maintenance, and ensures the crew works safely while minimizing downtime and waste. The position requires regular attendance and punctuality, as well as availability for overtime when necessary. The schedule is third shift, five days per week, eight hours per day, from 10:25 PM to 6:30 AM ET.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 5 years of machine operator experience, including at least 1 year in a Lead Operator or lead role.
Finishing experience with folder gluer machines in a folding carton operation is required.
Basic computer skills and ability to use software.
Mechanical abilities and skills.
Ability to read and understand documents and letters, write legibly in English, and communicate clearly and understand directions in English.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions and decimals; solve equations; read a tape measure; and understand standard and metric measuring systems.
Must become a Certified Fork Lift operator in accordance with SCT training and carry a copy of the certification.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including standing and performing job functions for a minimum of 8 hours with applicable breaks, and frequently lifting or moving 25 to 50 pounds.
Regular attendance and punctuality; availability for overtime when necessary.

Responsibilities

Review the schedule, production, and run status with the prior-shift supervisor to understand production schedules and customer needs.
Communicate with operators at the start of the shift to confirm understanding of the production schedule and job requirements.
Oversee and approve timely setup of make-readies and adherence to estimated run speeds.
Monitor and direct job quality, ensure specifications and SCT quality standards and operating procedures are met, and promote customer-focused behavior.
Verify operators perform required quality checks and obtain required job approvals.
Coordinate break schedules according to the production schedule and occasionally operate gluers during lunch breaks to maximize efficiency and minimize downtime.
Review daily production reports, including time gained and lost, discuss them with team members, and participate in continuous improvement and 5S projects.
Support operators with production problems, troubleshoot and resolve issues, and assist with machine repairs when necessary.
Ensure operators maintain a clean work environment and assist with routine cleaning, maintenance, handling, and stacking of product as needed.
Operate the folder gluer or assist with feeding, packing, or case sealing as production and customer needs require.
Oversee effective onboarding and training of new team members and assist the Safety Coordinator in ensuring workplace and product safety training is completed on time.
Oversee training for Gluer and Window Apprentices, coach and develop operators, and help apprentices meet training objectives for Operator status.
Monitor communication boards and help resolve outstanding issues promptly.
Ensure operators have necessary machine equipment and tools, and notify the supervisor about tools that could improve efficiency or safety.
Complete the Daily Checklist and Production Report and submit required reports to the manager at the end of the shift.
Respond to and report workplace safety incidents and assist the Safety Manager with departmental investigations and follow-up actions.
Ensure the crew produces quality product safely while minimizing downtime and waste; use downtime for training, assistance, cleanup, projects, or other departmental tasks.
Monitor the safety, setup, quality, and operations of the windowing department as needed and depending on location.
Lead the crew in executing finishing operations efficiently and respond to oral and written instructions from the supervisor and other authorized sources.