Nutek Team Lead- Technical Operator

Responsible for the overall operational efficiency, quality and process maintenance of a Nonwoven department. Able to apply specialized skills to quality inspections, operation, process maintenance, troubleshooting, and adjusting of Nonwoven carding process, department and auxiliary components.

• Ensures adherence to all safety rules and uses proper safety equipment/PPE at all times.
• Responsible for operating a Nonwoven line competently and productively.
• Responsible for maintaining and repairing Nonwoven process equipment and auxiliary components.
• Responsible for troubleshooting, analyzing and resolving mechanical and operational problems.
• Uses measuring tools including micrometers, vernier calipers, etc. to ensure proper process setup.
• Performs and coordinates product changes to meet production requirements.
• Performs and documents preventative maintenance on processing equipment.
• Shares knowledge and techniques with team members and assists with training.
• Responsible for making sure all documentation is filled out correctly and submitted in a timely fashion.
• Keeps a current logbook on machine operation and troubleshooting.
• Follows necessary GMP and ISO regulations/guidelines.
• Performs quality assurance inspections and maintains quality standards for the product being produced.
• Examines defects and scrap causes and whenever possible takes appropriate corrective action; analyzes and records production delays on downtime report.
• Keeps the machine and surrounding areas clean at all times.
• Assists maintenance personnel as needed.
• Assists the Supervisor.
• Manages lines through team approach principals and developing effective, self-sustaining work teams.
• Utilizes skills in other businesses as required and performs other duties where assigned.

• Knowledge of product specifications, quality specifications, goals, efficiency, scrap, and production.
• Must be a self-starter.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and leadership skills.
• Ability to work in and manage a team oriented environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and written.
• Ability to operate in a fast paced environment.
• Must exhibit good leadership ability in challenging situations.

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First Quality is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification, or protected Veteran status.