Shift Supervisor & Technical Trainer

Plastic Ingenuity•Tooele, UT

21h

About The Position

This is a hybrid role as a shift supervisor and technical trainer. Responsible for the safety, quality, and execution of the plant while they are scheduled for work. The Shift Supervisor is responsible for directing, evaluating, and recommending personnel actions; and making certain the shift is operating smoothly and efficiently. You will play a pivotal role in meeting the technical education needs of our site by delivering comprehensive training programs for Machine Technicians, Extruder Operators, and Inspector Packers. The role is integral in planning, scheduling, and delivering training classes across all three shifts.

Requirements

2-4 years of relevant manufacturing-related experience
Previous direct supervisory experience.
Ability to utilize Microsoft computer programs including but not limited to Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
Flexibility to meet training needs across three shifts by staying late or coming in early or flexing hours.
Experience in organizational training and leading both classroom and hands-on training.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Attention to detail is crucial
Ability to effectively engage with staff members to enhance productivity as well as gaining their cooperation and support
Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Good understanding of machine operation

Nice To Haves

Associate degree, advanced vocational or college education focusing on mechanical concepts of operation, with a focus on thermoforming machine operation and/or extrusion.
A degree in Industrial Technology or Industrial Engineering or equivalent is ideal for this position.
5 years or greater experience
Experience supporting change management efforts
Successful experience in a fast-paced, autonomous environment with lean manufacturing.
Familiarity with the 5S Organization System.

Responsibilities

Safety, quality, and execution of the plant objectives while they are scheduled for work.
Gain a thorough understanding of the thermoforming and extrusion processes in order to assist team members in improving their performance and the performance of the equipment.
Lead teams in a manufacturing environment, ensuring accountability to meet training and education needs.
Providing informal and documented performance feedback as well as discipline.
Capture formal feedback quarterly on core values as well as discussing development interests with direct reports.
Assisting in the staffing process for team members and team leaders.
Working with various production areas to assist them in solving problems that arise.
Develop and deliver training programs for Machine Technicians, Extruder Operators, Inspector Packers, and others as assigned.
Schedule required courses to fulfill training needs for assigned areas.
Understand the needs of our customer and how a quality part is defined by them.
Assist in ensuring that the outcome of the process is a quality part.
Follows good manufacturing practices to ensure product safety.
Proactively driving a safe work environment, correcting unsafe conditions, setting an impeccable example of safe behaviors, and investigating safety incidents to root cause.
Ensuring company records such as production records, are properly and accurately maintained.
Driving continuous improvement efforts in conjunction with other members of the leadership team.
Demonstrate knowledge of ISO procedures and requirements, contributing to training and compliance efforts.
To perform other assignments as directed by the manager.