Evening Plastics Production Crew Leader

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

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.