Lead Cutter Operator — Night Shift Team Leader

Southern Champion Tray; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Champion Tray is seeking a Lead Cutter Operator at the Amnicola Plant in Chattanooga, TN. You will lead a team of Operators, Apprentices and Assistants, set up web cutters, improve setup times, troubleshoot, and ensure smooth shift transitions to reach target efficiencies.

Responsibilities include daily coaching, scheduling, reading production records, maintaining safety and quality standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or equivalent combination
• Ability to lead hourly team members and train in all duties
• Basic computer skills and ability to use software
• Mechanical ability and skills

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and develop Operators, Apprentices and Assistants
• Drive production schedules to meet goals
• Read charts, work orders, and production schedules to determine requirements
• Maintain safety, 5S and BRCGS standards
• Coordinate cross-shift communication and transitions
• Support planning and new product introductions
• Adapt to continuous improvement and training initiatives

Skills

Team leadership

Training & development

Production scheduling

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Web cutter

Job description

Southern Champion Tray is seeking a Lead Cutter Operator at the Amnicola Plant in Chattanooga, TN. You will lead a team of Operators, Apprentices and Assistants, set up web cutters, improve setup times, troubleshoot, and ensure smooth shift transitions to reach target efficiencies.

Responsibilities include daily coaching, scheduling, reading production records, maintaining safety and quality standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.