Line Leader

International Paper•Deptford, NJ

8d•$23•Onsite

About The Position

The Line Leader is responsible for supporting the day to day operation and quality efforts of assigned assembly/packing/production lines. The Line Leader will facilitate the completion of daily production schedules and control product quality, coordinating, overseeing, validating, monitoring and reporting the performance of assigned manufacturing cells. The Line Leader will provide leadership and direction to the production associates to achieve performance results in the areas of safety, quality, production, cost control (overhead productivity, and yield) and service. The Line Leader will aid in the implementation of corrective actions to drive continuous improvement and perform other quality and production related duties as assigned. Proficiently performing the responsibilities of Line Leader Utilize the LEAN production initiatives to analyze line performance. LEAN is the process of identifying inefficiencies or waste in production Assist production management team by establishing the daily production line, gathering and approving materials, instructing and training assembly line production workers and their activities. Coordinate with forklift drivers by assisting with the supply for the daily assembly line. Assign assembly line production workers to line positions per their individual skills. Assume line maintenance, maintain order and ensure housekeeping is in order to provide employee’s safety at all times. Manage the quality of daily production operations by verifying conformance of incoming raw materials, validating production inspection processes, investigating instances of product non-conformance, initiating the corrective actions procedure for production-related variances, reporting quality issues, actively participate in raising quality awareness with production management and operating personnel, and other quality-related duties as assigned. Review retained samples of all production orders and evaluate these samples against order specifications. Inspect incoming display materials into the Assembly and Packing operations, and initiate the corrective actions process for all non-conformances. Acts as a liaison/technical quality representative on matters of quality conformance. Knowledgeable in the utilization, capabilities and operation of Nulogy PackManager (Inventory management system).

Requirements

An active interest in taking a leadership role in ensuring the production and quality of the line
A high school education
A positive attitude
Good communication skills
An understanding of quality assurance
A working knowledge of corrugating materials
Excellent safety and attendance record
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and spend up to 95% of their time standing or walking
Attention to detail and the ability to work independently
Demonstrated effective basic math skills, verbal and written communication skills
Effective computer skills
Ability and willingness to make decisions and work independently, remain flexible, organized, maintain a sense of urgency, and learn new skills
Ability to achieve performance objectives and drive continuous improvement
Willingness to work as a team member, participate in problem-solving activities and give/accept feedback

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with “Just in Time” process preferred

Responsibilities

Supporting the day to day operation and quality efforts of assigned assembly/packing/production lines
Facilitate the completion of daily production schedules and control product quality
Coordinating, overseeing, validating, monitoring and reporting the performance of assigned manufacturing cells
Provide leadership and direction to the production associates to achieve performance results in the areas of safety, quality, production, cost control (overhead productivity, and yield) and service
Aid in the implementation of corrective actions to drive continuous improvement
Perform other quality and production related duties as assigned
Utilize the LEAN production initiatives to analyze line performance
Assist production management team by establishing the daily production line, gathering and approving materials, instructing and training assembly line production workers and their activities
Coordinate with forklift drivers by assisting with the supply for the daily assembly line
Assign assembly line production workers to line positions per their individual skills
Assume line maintenance, maintain order and ensure housekeeping is in order to provide employee’s safety at all times
Manage the quality of daily production operations by verifying conformance of incoming raw materials, validating production inspection processes, investigating instances of product non-conformance, initiating the corrective actions procedure for production-related variances, reporting quality issues, actively participate in raising quality awareness with production management and operating personnel, and other quality-related duties as assigned
Review retained samples of all production orders and evaluate these samples against order specifications
Inspect incoming display materials into the Assembly and Packing operations, and initiate the corrective actions process for all non-conformances
Acts as a liaison/technical quality representative on matters of quality conformance
Knowledgeable in the utilization, capabilities and operation of Nulogy PackManager (Inventory management system)

Benefits

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets
Leadership training, promotional opportunities

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