Kaizen Technician Lead Operator 1st Shift

Jiffy Lube; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Heartland Automotive LLC in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Lead Operator to coordinate and assist with maintenance and operation of all equipment in our manufacturing environment. You will train and guide associates, ensure safety and quality, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.

Responsibilities include machine setup, recording scrap, leading teams, addressing faults, QA checks, 5S, TPM goals, documentation, and emergency response.

Qualifications

• Highschool Diploma or equivalent with two years of manufacturing experience or Heartland Automotive LLC. experience will be accepted in lieu of education.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Lead and guide associates on manufacturing lines, including training, planning, directing work and resolving problems.
• Train and assist associates in performing preventative maintenance and operating machinery safely.
• Clear faults, restart machines promptly and monitor production with accurate data entry.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Excel

Microsoft Office

Verbal communication

Education

Highschool Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Description

Summary:

As a lead operator, you will play a pivotal role in coordinating and assisting with the activities of associates engaged in maintaining and operating all equipment within our manufacturing environment. Your responsibilities include training and guiding all associates, ensuring safety and quality standards, and actively participating in continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

1. Training and assistance:

• Train and assist associates in performing preventative maintenance assignments.
• Perform Machine setup and operate machinery in a safe manner.
• Ensure accurate recording and disposal of scrap daily. Complete rework at the end of each day.

2. Leadership and supervision:

• Lead, motivate and fill in for associates when necessary.
• Understand and operate individual process stations on all equipment.
• Clear all faults and restart machines promptly.

3. Quality assurance:

• Inform Team leader or Production manager of all quality issues promptly.
• Inspect and measure parts and products to verify conformance to specifications.

4. Documentation and communication:

• Accurate completion of paperwork and data entry.
• Maintain 5s standards.

5. Production Monitoring and reporting:

• Monitor Absenteeism and maintain time and production records.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve and maintain TPM goals.

6. Continuous improvement:

• Analyze work problems, provide input, and assist associates in solving work problems.
• Support and participate in continuous improvement programs for Environmental Health and Safety IS0 1400 compliance.

7. Training and development:

• Train associates, maintain and verify performance levels. Update records and keep daily records of progress and scrap.
• Conduct cross-training sessions for associates.

8. Emergency response:

• Take responsibility for all associates in your area during emergencies.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and or ability required.

• Highschool Diploma or equivalent with two years of manufacturing experience (Heartland Automotive LLC. Experience preferred) experience will be accepted in lieu of education.
• Leadership and decision-making skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and effective verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft office suite.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Lead and guide associates on specific manufacturing lines, including training, planning, directing work and resolving problems as they arise.

Language skills: ability to read, analyze information, draft reports, and work instructions. Effective presentation and response to questions.

Mathematical skills: ability to work with basic mathematical concepts.

Reasoning ability: Ability to solve practical problems and interpret a variety of instructions.

Additional job Responsibilities: Develop and maintain a positive attitude, promote teamwork, and actively contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Health and safety conditions: Awareness of potential work and environmental hazards. Compliance with PPE (personal protective equipment) requirements in accordance with SWI (standard work instructions).

Physical Demands: Regular use of hands, standing for extended periods up to entirety of shift, sitting and lifting to 80 pounds. Specific vision abilities required.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Job descriptions are not intended to create a contract of employment. Employment with Heartland Automotive LLC is voluntarily entered, and the employee is free to resign at will at any time, with or without cause. Similarly, Heartland Automotive LLC may terminate the employment relationship at will at any time, with or without notice or cause, so long as there is not a violation of applicable federal or state law.