Team Lead- Extrusion/Machine Operator- 2nd Shift - Frog Furnishings

PlayCore Careers•Olathe, KS

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Frog Furnishings is seeking a Team Lead for their Extrusion/Machine Operator role on the 2nd Shift. This position involves daily supervision of direct reports, performance management, and working with the assistant production manager to optimize output and meet department goals. The role requires hands-on operation of extrusion equipment, including material loading, calibration, tooling setup, line adjustments, and quality control inspections. The Team Lead will also be responsible for packaging finished products, maintaining accurate records, and training new employees. A current forklift certification or the ability to obtain one is necessary.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Previous experience operating a plastics extrusion line.
Supervisory experience required.
Proficient with Microsoft Office.
Experienced forklift operator with current certification or the ability to obtain one.
Above average analytical problem-solving ability.
Ability to leverage metrics and other tools to drive employee performance.
Strong organization and time-management skills.
Critical thinking skills.
Effective communication skills.
A high degree of accuracy in work practices.
Ability to cope well under pressure.
A flexible, adaptable, and organized approach to work, exercising initiative and working independently as appropriate.
Mathematical aptitude.
Ability to read specifications.
Ability to read measuring devices such as ruler, caliper, dial indicator, micrometer, and scale.

Nice To Haves

College degree in an associated field preferred.
Some Six Sigma or LEAN training or experience desired.

Responsibilities

Daily supervision of direct reports, addressing employee performance and documenting as needed.
Draft and present performance reviews at least annually or as required.
Identify and implement tools or processes to optimize output and performance to meet department goals and KPI’s.
Ensure proper raw materials are continuously loaded, including weighing and adding color and other additives.
Calibrate loaders by percentage or weight.
Detect flaws in raw materials and production equipment and make required mechanical or material changes to ensure quality and specifications are met.
Review work orders and assemble tooling accordingly, including extrusion heads, dies, pins, sizing sleeves, screens, and extruder screws.
Use a full range of hand tools to set up tooling on machines.
Set up water tank, vacuum sizing tanks and calibrators, puller, and saw according to work order requirements.
Make all necessary line adjustments, including startup, temperature profile adjustments, resin changeovers, and shutdowns.
Visually inspect finished parts for defects continually during the extrusion process and adjust equipment as necessary to keep parts within specifications.
Adjust zone and die heat temperatures, line speed, and vacuum pressure as necessary.
Use judgment and knowledge of plastics and their reaction to heat to determine required adjustments.
Inspect and measure finished parts using various measuring devices.
Record data on inspection sheets and determine if parts meet specifications.
Maintain accurate records of production set-ups, extrusion production data sheets, statistical process control, and/or inspection report sheets.
Determine the most effective packing method and ensure proper packaging of finished parts, including construction of framed skids and banding.
Complete and submit work orders to the assistant production manager.
Make vacuum seals and set up bulkhead seals.
Communicate with direct reports and other team members to relay the status of in-process jobs and machines.
Follow all prescribed quality inspection requirements.
Train new employees on operating the extrusion line and other equipment.
Operate a forklift with current certification or obtain one through company training.