Production Lead Hand - Edmonton, Canada - Mattr

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Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Reporting to the Production Manager, the Lead Hand is accountable for maintaining production and quality standards for the assigned shift through the coordination of production workers in the Assembly & Molding department.

The incumbent will also be accountable for joining Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP) components by using a hand lay-up process, including but not limited to single wall and double wall shells, domes, and related products.

We have 2 positions available and the hours of work are (1)

Lead Hand on Day shift (Monday-Thursday 6AM-4:30PM) and (1)

Lead Hand on Afternoon shift (Monday-Thursday 4:30PM-3AM).


RESPONSIBILITES

Direct Labor Accountabilities:

Operate machines and equipment or using hand tools to cut, shape, splice and fit plastic materials to form parts and assemblies
Follow blueprints and drawings to join shell halves together using a hand lay-up process
Install fittings, gauge plates, manways and other components and accessories
Cut and prepare composite materials from patterns to join parts and assemblies
Make minor adjustments or repairs to products
Periodically inspect work to ensure compliance with Company quality standards
Document information on process sheets and time cards in an accurate and timely manner
Use equipment to complete job duties including grinder, trimmer, measuring tools and rollers, performing preventative maintenance as required
Perform other direct Assembly activities as required


Production Coordination and Oversight:

Leading tank Assembly activities, verifying each step for accuracy and quality
Periodically inspecting work to ensure compliance with quality standards - calibration readings, etc.
Implementing new processes, equipment and products
Ensuring that non-conformances are reported and addressed to ensure improvement in the quality of products and service
Touring all departments on a regular basis to monitor work efficiencies and make recommendations to improve and streamline processes
Ensuring compliance with housekeeping program
Partnering to provide information to the maintenance department to assist in maintaining optimal conditions of all equipment, getting involved in minor repairs when no maintenance personnel are available, if trained to do so
Assisting with physical inventory count as delegated by the Plant Production Manager and/or Supervisor
Working closely with the Plant Production Manager, Supervisors, engineers and manufacturing employees to look for ways to improve efficiency on the shop floor
Other activities as required to support the production process


Employee Leadership and Development:

Providing leadership on floor projects to ensure they are completed within established timelines
Providing advice and direction to employees on production matters
Providing training to new hires to develop their skills
Providing opportunities for individuals to develop skills
Working with the Plant Production Manager and Supervisor to complete employee training progression
Providing retraining as required to ensure safety, quality, productivity, and cost requirements are met


Health and Safety:

Support adherence to, and facilitate Company Health, Safety and Security rules
Developing and demonstrating a positive health and safety attitude and working climate
Ensuring that all incidents are reported immediately and fully documented as required
Providing training as required in the safe usage of equipment as well as safe work practices and procedures.


Administration:

Issuing production documents to the correct workstation and verifying each step for accuracy and quality
Updating and reviewing hourly production boards
Completing all other reporting duties as required'


Skills & Requirements:

Leadership experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment preferred
Direct experience in a fiberglass reinforced plastic manufacturing facility or similar facility is preferred
Strong production management and quality manufacturing skills
Proficient in training, developing, and motivating employees
Able to assess and contribute to the resolution of front
- line employee issues
Good understanding of the English language including verbal and written communication skills
Ability to read and follow blueprints and drawings
Ability to work effectively with others and be part of a dynamic team
Ability to learn new tools, equipment, and material used in above ground and underground storage tank manufacturing and assembly
Ability to solve mathematical problems related to position
Experience in a Lean manufacturing environment / with Lean principles is an asset

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