Team Lead II

Wilsonart International•Temple, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Team Leader II provides leadership to a department to help ensure production schedules and customer commitments are met. This hands-on leader has demonstrated skill and experience in the department they oversee and serves as a liaison between the crew and management, interfacing with internal and external customers as needed. This is a grade 5 position working night shift on N2.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of prior leadership experience, or 12 months in the highest premium position within the manufacturing group while demonstrating excellent leadership behaviors.
Knowledge of safety standards applicable to the department and other relevant rules and regulations governing work standards.
Computer proficiency to update and maintain department documents, spreadsheets, databases, and Oracle WIP transactions.
Knowledge of product types, manufacturing processes, and quality standards.
Ability to support leadership with decision-making.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including tact and diplomacy when dealing with customers and employees.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to organize and prioritize one’s own work and the work of others.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to operate machinery safely and comfortably.
Ability to maintain a clean work environment.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Knowledge of company policies, procedures, and practices.
Ability to perform heavy work, including pushing, pulling, lifting, standing, or using force equivalent to handling materials weighing 50 to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or advanced learning.

Responsibilities

Translate and/or determine goals and priorities for the shift or crew.
Resolve problems, advise management, and seek assistance for complex problems.
Assist the supervisor with production flow and staffing schedules.
Monitor and evaluate training, adjust training as needed, and ensure crews are properly trained and critical positions have backups.
Model leadership, attendance, safety practices, and Wilsonart’s behaviors.
Actively participate in safety efforts to achieve or exceed SRP audit scores.
Communicate respectfully and professionally, providing clear, concise information or feedback in a timely manner.
Facilitate shift or crew meetings, including safety and lean meetings.
Work to reduce process problems and improve the efficiency of people.
Maintain quality control processes to ensure products and services meet standards.
Coordinate with departments supplying materials to help maintain minimal downtime.
Assist the supervisor in maintaining an efficient, low-cost, total-quality, productive operation.
Provide performance-review feedback and input to the supervisor.
Document employee performance and ensure concerns and behaviors are addressed promptly with the supervisor.
Perform other duties as assigned.