Lead Hand Production Associate - 12-hour Rotating …, Aurora

POSITION SUMMARY: The Lead Hand Production Associate is responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of machines and participates in ensuring the utmost quality of product. Responsible for: - Packing a variety of manufactured products (lids and containers) accurately and efficiently - Ensuring that close attention is paid to the quality of the products that are coming off the machines – putting aside defective products and communicating to Shift Supervisor - Following and complying with Cube Management System (CMS) Duties: - Check the quality of product (lids/containers)every stack top and bottom (flip stack prior to bagging) - look for short shots, warping, black spots, witness marks, long gates, etc. - Apply appropriate colored bag to the stack and pack and tape the bag closed - Place bagged product into the appropriate bin as indicated by the bin placard - Notify supervisor immediately when any quality issues are discovered - Count and document the number of plastic sleeves of products that are packed during each shift - Ensure that all parts are removed from the machine, table and over top of the conveyor before starting a new order - Place the new placard onto new bin - Ensure any scrap parts are placed into the scrap bin – weigh and record as required - Printing boxes - Printing labels from Dynamics program - Sweep floor and ensure that any spills (oil, water, resin, parts) are cleaned up in a timely manner - Notify supervisor immediately of any hazards, incidents or accidents - Maintain a clean workstation(s) at all time - Print boxes when needed for production - Cover breaks - Gemba walk with Production Supervisor, safety walk - Audit production bins for correct quantity, labels and no mixing - Audit all employees for GMP, PPE, and work areas are clean - Audit cleaning carts are filled out and in order - Print labels for production - Allocate associates if machines are down for extended time - Report any down machines or quality issues to the Supervisor - Verifying all paperwork and logs are up to date - Coordinate with Material Handlers to have products staged at machines for packing - Perform any other duties as assigned by your supervisor Requirements Skills and Education - Minimum of Grade 12 or equivalent - Basic math and computer skills - Ability to follow instructions - Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing in English - Must have attention to detail - Must be able to differentiate between colors and their shades Soft Skills - Problem solving - the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully. - Interpersonal Skills - the individual maintains confidentiality, remains open to others’ ideas and exhibits willingness to try new things. - Oral communication - the individual speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, group presentations and meetings. - Written Communication - the individual edits work for spelling and grammar, presents numerical data effectively and is able to read and interpret written information. - Planning/organizing - the individual prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans. - Quality control - the individual demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality. - Adaptability - the individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events. - Dependability - the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance. - Safety and security - the individual actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials properly. Other Job Requirements - Must be able to speak, read and write English - Must have reliable transportation - Must have full range of motion - Must be able to bend, twist and lift up to 30lbs on a continuous basis - Must be able to sit, stand/walk for long periods of time - Able to work 12 hour rotating continental shifts Advantages - Extended dental, health and vision coverage upon completion of 3 month probationary period. - RRSP match upon completion of 3 month probationary period. - Quarterly bonus in addition to base pay upon completion of 3 month probationary period. - Free on-site parking. Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2pt183