Crew Leader -2nd Shift

Teknor Apex Company; Jacksonville (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

401K contribution

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Sign-on bonus

Shift differential

Attendance bonus

Performance bonus

Employee discounts

Wellness programs

Job summary

Teknor Apex in Jacksonville, TX, is seeking a Production Operator/Supervisor to ensure daily production targets and plan for future requirements. You will oversee safe equipment operation, troubleshoot, and coordinate with all operators to maintain smooth process flow.

The role requires forklift certification, strong communication, and leadership abilities; lifting 55 pounds and wearing respirators may be required. Training on 2nd/3rd shifts may apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two to three years' experience operating product equipment and knowledge of plastics and plastics processes preferred.
• Familiarity with plastic extrusion equipment preferred.
• Must be certified in forklift operations.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be accurate, conscientious, and able to perform multiple tasks.
• Must show a demonstrated ability to lead a team.
• Physically able to lift and carry 55 pounds.
• Physically able to wear a respirator.
• Ability to pass a drug screen and physicians' physical examination.

Responsibilities

• Ensure daily production requirements are met.
• Plan and prepare for future production requirements.
• Enforces quality standards as set forth by customers and Teknor Color Company.
• Obtain batch cards for products.
• Oversee the safe operation of all equipment at all times.
• Troubleshoot and operate equipment as required.
• Work with all operators to maintain a smooth and productive process flow including but not limited to helping on changeover and line operation.
• Computer entry of shift performance on daily production report.
• Understand/follow/enforce all company rules and policies at all times.
• Work overtime and different shifts if necessary.
• Supervise a safe shift, working in a safe manner.
• Prepare equipment/raw materials/people for future runs before immediate need.
• Follow applicable procedures, work instructions, and test methods to perform and maintain records on in-process production testing and Q.C. inspection of finished product.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Multi-tasking

Forklift certification

Team supervision

Attention to detail

Drug screen & medical exam ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Responsibilities

• Ensure daily production requirements are met


• Plan and prepare for future production requirements


• Enforces quality standards as set forth by customers and Teknor Color Company


• Obtain batch cards for products


• Oversee the safe operation of all equipment at all times


• Troubleshoot and operate equipment as required


• Work with all operators to maintain a smooth and productive process flow including but not limited to helping on changeover and line operation


• Computer entry of shift performance on daily production report


• Understand/follow/enforce all company rules and policies at all times


• Work overtime and different shifts if necessary


• Supervise a safe shift, working in a safe manner


• Prepare equipment/raw materials/people for future runs before immediate need


• Follow applicable procedures, work instructions, and test methods to perform and maintain records on in-process production testing and Q.C. inspection of finished product

Responsibilities

• Ensure daily production requirements are met


• Plan and prepare for future production requirements


• Enforces quality standards as set forth by customers and Teknor Color Company


• Obtain batch cards for products


• Oversee the safe operation of all equipment at all times


• Troubleshoot and operate equipment as required


• Work with all operators to maintain a smooth and productive process flow including but not limited to helping on changeover and line operation


• Computer entry of shift performance on daily production report


• Understand/follow/enforce all company rules and policies at all times


• Work overtime and different shifts if necessary


• Supervise a safe shift, working in a safe manner


• Prepare equipment/raw materials/people for future runs before immediate need


• Follow applicable procedures, work instructions, and test methods to perform and maintain records on in-process production testing and Q.C. inspection of finished product

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED


• Two to three years' experience in operation of product equipment and knowledge of plastics and plastics processes preferred


• Familiarity with plastic extrusion equipment preferred


• Must be certified in forklift operations


• Good verbal and written communication skills


• Must be accurate, conscientious, and able to perform multiple tasks


• Must show a demonstrated ability to lead a team


• Physically capable of lifting and carrying 55 pounds


• Physically capable of wearing a respirator


• Ability to pass a drug screen and physicians physical examination

Teknor Apex is looking for high-quality individuals to join our manufacturing team.

Here Is What Teknor Apex Has To Offer

• Very attractive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with extremely LOW deductibles and Low-cost - 85% paid by the company


• Benefits eligibility within 30 days of hire


• Company paid wellness programs – smoking cessation, mental health, weight loss


• Up to 7% Employer Contribution to 401K and free financial planning assistance


• Employee Assistance Program


• Two-weeks Paid Vacation and 13 Paid Holidays


• $1,000.00 Sign on Bonus - $250 paid after 30 days, $250 after 90 days and the remaining $500 paid after 180 days (6 months)


• Bonus paid for Employee Referrals


• Shift differential - for 2nd shift and 3rd shift


• 8-hour Production shift schedules and paid weekly


• Overtime production schedule posted 1 year in advance –no production is scheduled for most holiday weekends


• Monthly bonuses paid for attendance


• Monthly bonuses paid for performance


• Employee recognition points to purchase a wide variety of amazing products earned for Perfect Attendance, service year milestones and other achievements


• Company sponsored discounts to gyms, restaurants, theme parks, travel, auto, etc


• Numerous employee appreciation activities annually- meals, giveaways, contests


• Community involvement and volunteer opportunities


• Recognition for years of service

REPORTS TO:

Production Manager

LOCATION:

Jacksonville, TX

HOURS:

2:30 pm - 10:30 pm with Training on 1st.

Teknor Apex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any protected status under state or federal laws.

Must be 18 years of age to work at Teknor Apex.