Shipping Lead - HL2 | Day Shift

AFL•Duncan, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

AFL manufactures industry-leading fiber optic cable, connectivity and accessories and provides engineering and installation services for some of the largest telecom customers in the world. Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and today, we manufacture thousands of products, generate an excess of $3B in revenue, and employ approximately 12,000 associates worldwide. At AFL, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We hire and train each individual, investing in them to ensure success in their careers. With a commitment to professional development and growth, let us connect you to your next career opportunity.

Requirements

Minimum of 2+ years of manufacturing experience
Understanding of manufacturing safety standards
Proficient user of Microsoft Outlook, Access, Word and Excel.
Basic understanding of Environment Health and Safety (EHS) management systems to include: general safety rules, personal protective equipment, hazard recognition, behavioral based safety, incident reporting requirements, and environmental regulations
Practical Understanding of EHS and quality systems
High School Diploma/GED or 1+ years of manufacturing experience

Nice To Haves

Previous manufacturing / quality related experience in the cable industry preferred.
Oracle, QTS, and ETQ system knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

Assess daily production schedules and plan to ensure uninterrupted flow as well as fulfillment of customer delivery requirements.
Coordinate the day-to-day activities of team members.
Provide the necessary support, training, and troubleshooting to ensure an effective team.
Prepare standardized work procedures and facilitate effective communication of procedures to affected areas.
Develop training documents and facilitate training; assist in trouble shooting issues.
Troubleshoot and intervene as needed to address and resolve disruptions as quickly as possible in order to maintain product flow.
Establish appropriate channels of feedback to inform upstream departments of defects.
Review/update completed nonconforming reports for accuracy and publish KPI metrics as assigned daily.
Lead and/or participate in improvements activities
Responsible for 5s activities for assigned area.
Monitor performance and provide feedback to Manager.
Adhere to and promote the environmental, health & safety policies of AFL.
Perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.