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SalaryThe primary role of the Lead is to coordinate a team of employees to execute the assigned duties given by the Plant Manager or Production Supervisor.
Working Conditions:
- Ensure crew is arriving on time, ready and fit for duty at the start of each shift
- Host a morning meeting with crew at start of shift to delegate work for the day
- Review any job related issues or safety concerns
- Ensure workers have proper material and tools to complete daily tasks
- Train apprentices in job duties
- Check to ensure subassembly counts are correct and items meet a visual quality inspection and report any discrepancies to the fabrication area.
- Establish methods with workers to meet work schedule deadlines
- Ensure workers are wearing proper PPE and working in a safe manner
- Ensure quality of work is maintained to a high standard
- Resolve any work problems and recommend measures to improve productivity and quality of work
- Ensure workers adhere to company rules, policies and procedures
- Ensure workers are following scheduled break times
- Escalate disciplinary action required as per company policies and procedures
- Understand sequence of operation
- Become familiar with equipment being gathered and verify where and how components are delivered.
- Co-ordinate daily tasks with other trade supervisors to ensure clear lines of communication
- Manage inventory of material and consumables to prevent sudden shortages which can affect work schedule and productivity
- Completing required paperwork and maintaining accurate record keeping
- Set goals and manage time efficiently
- Demonstrate effective leadership skills, team building skills and the ability to supervise and motivate effectively.
- Other duties as assigned
- This position requires shop work. When working in the shop, one must exercise caution as this environment presents many naturally-occurring and potentially worker-produced hazards including small or large projectiles, contamination with toxic gasses/liquids, impalement, crushing, electrocution, explosion, immolation, decapitation and asphyxiation.
- Safety policies (i.e. respiratory protection) must be adhered to at all times while visiting, touring and/or working in the shop. Appropriate personal protective equipment (i.e. safety glasses, steel-toed boots, and others) must be worn at all times where required.
- It is very important that the incumbent of this position is able to work and communicate with prudence, while effectively managing time, completing tasks, and working safely.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
o Effective communication skills.
o Time management skills.
o Experience with all safe practices, procedures, and overall processes associated with manufacturing from raw materials to finished product.
o Critical eye for identifying defects.
o Knowledge of appropriate materials, methods, and the tools required in various assembly processes.
o Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule.
o Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures.
o Must be able to carry and move equipment and/or supplies in excess of 40 pounds.
o Must be able to read/write in English
o Proficient at Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint etc.
