Material Handling Group Lead - 1st Shift

Crenlo Engineered Cabs•Watertown, SD

About The Position

The Group Leader assists in the development, training, evaluation, and work schedules of both seasonal and regular full-time employees within a given area. This role also provides support to the Area Manager in achieving daily and monthly goals in safety, quality, accuracy and production. The Group Leader will be responsible for expediting work orders through the manufacturing process, accurate production reporting and maximizing resources while reducing scrap/rework. This position acts on the behalf of the Area Manager, if absent. The ideal candidate is a highly analytical multi-tasker with excellent organizational and prioritizing skills.

Requirements

Able to follow verbal and written instructions
Basic math skills
Ability to deal with standardized situations with as few variables as possible
High level of attention to detail
Ability to frequently bend and stoop
Must be able to stand for extended period of time and exert moderate to heavy physical effort with a minimum lifting requirement of up to 50 pounds
Must be willing to travel as needed via most efficient means
Must be physically able to access all areas of the plant and grounds
Basic computer skills – MS Word and MS Excel
Ability to interact in a positive manner with management and other employees to achieve goals
Strong leadership and organizational skills
Basic ability to troubleshoot production/personnel issues.
Experience working within computer/ERP systems
Must have valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing experience is a plus
Warehouse/materials experience preferred

Responsibilities

Resolve day to day issues to meet production, safety, shipping and quality goals.
Train, develop, and maintain training sheets on all employees and make recommendations for employee advancement.
Complete production, scrap, and rework reports.
Provides input on full time disciplinary reports, evaluations, and makes recommendations for merit increases.
Provide input on seasonal evaluation, disciplinary reports and merit increases.
Execute scheduled work orders to meet customer requirements.
Conduct pre-shift meetings and delegate daily work assignments.
Record daily attendance of seasonal and regular full-time employees.
Assist supervisor in Incident/Accident investigation and reporting.
Provide a safe working environment.
Act on behalf of the supervisor during absence.
Act as First Responder during Plant emergencies.
Receiving and verifying accuracy of inventory levels.
Other duties as assigned.