Crew Leader - 3rd Shift

Teknor Apex Company; Jamestown (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Teknor Apex Company in Jamestown, NC, seeks a 1st/2nd/3rd shift Team Leader to drive safety, productivity, and quality across manufacturing operations. You will oversee crew leaders, coordinate shift changes, and help troubleshoot production issues to minimize downtime.

The role requires 1–3 years of manufacturing experience, willingness to cover multiple shifts, basic math skills, forklift capability, and a commitment to continuous improvement and operator training.

Qualifications

• Leadership and decision-making skills to guide production teams.
• Ability to communicate with diverse stakeholders and supervise operators.
• Willingness to participate in continuous learning initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Drive safety daily and maintain 6S housekeeping standards.
• Maintain equipment efficiency and productivity.
• Troubleshoot quality or operational issues and assist team members.
• Coordinate with leaders during shift changes and ensure data entry accuracy.
• Lead continuous improvement projects and educate on safety topics.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Training ability

Team coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Teknor Apex | NC Plant
3518 Dillon Road
Jamestown, NC 27282, USA

Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Driving Safety daily
• Responsible for maintaining maximum efficiencies of assigned equipment to ensure good productivity.
• Troubleshoot any quality or operational issues and assist team members as needed.
• Identify and assist with training needs of team members. Work with the training supervisor to keep Pay for Skills updated.
• Responsible for coordinating with leaders and others, as applicable, during shift changes.
• Complete data entry and recordkeeping tasks accurately, as needed.
• Ensure quality issues are identified and investigated timely.
• Serve as backup to team members and shift leader to maintain operational continuity, as needed.
• Participate and lead continuous improvement projects and activities.
• Ensure team members are working safely and provide education and training on safety topics.
• Maintain housekeeping and 6S standards.
• Identify quality issues and attain established productivity standards.
• Understand and adhere to safety policies and procedures.
• Perform related responsibilities as required or directed

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalency required.
• 1-3 years of Manufacturing experience required. Previous leadership experience a plus. With direct reports
• Willing to work 3 rd Shift and cover 1 st & 2 nd Shift Crew Leaders when off
• Must have a general understanding of the operational process.
• Willingness to participate in continuous learning initiatives.
• Ability to effectively communicate with various stakeholders.
• Demonstrate leadership and decision-making skills to logically solve operational decisions and efficiently address issues as they arise.
• Must have basic math skills.
• Must be able to drive a forklift.
• Possess skill to train operators and designation of Certified Trainer.
• Continuous commitment to taking on added responsibilities above standard skills.
• Capable of troubleshooting difficult production problems and developing appropriate corrective actions.
• Proven leadership skills (i.e., communicating safety toolbox talks, serving on quality teams, etc.).
• Acquired leadership skills through training courses and dedication to continuous learning and development.
• Proven track record of exhibiting core values (i.e. volunteering for added responsibilities, providing coverage for absenteeism and voluntary overtime, helping others with problem solving, etc.)

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
• Must be able to wear required safety equipment.
• Must be able to perform all physical requirements of the roles within their assigned team

This description is a summary of principal responsibilities and is not intended to include all duties that may be assigned.

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 or older to work at Teknor Apex.

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