Line Lead - 1st Shift

Socket.dev; Hamptonville (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev seeks a Line Scheduler to manage line sequencing and changeovers, using Kanban signals to optimize production flow.

You will assign operators, input data, and generate reports to support efficient, safe manufacturing operations at our facility.

Qualifications

• Must have high school or GED, with relevant line experience.
• Must be able to read and understand English.
• Knowledge of Oracle job data and labeling transactions for material flow.
• Prior line experience and basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Schedule production lines and coordinate changeovers.
• Adjust line sequencing based on schedule and Kanban signals.
• Assign operators to meet sequencing and part needs.
• Ensure labeling, data input and reporting are completed accurately.
• Support safety, quality and 6S standards on the line.
• Monitor line performance hour by hour and communicate results.
• Report unsafe acts and promote teamwork within the crew.
• Adhere to company policies and location safety rules.

Skills

Line scheduling

Changeover coordination

Scheduling/Kanban

Operator assignment

Data input

Reporting

Oracle knowledge

Line experience

Computer skills

Reading English

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Oracle

Job description

Compensation: $20.50/Hr

Job Summary:

Responsible for line scheduling and changeover coordination. Adjusts line sequencing based on visual controls from schedule/Kanban. Determine operators’ assignments based on sequencing and part specific needs to ensure maximum efficiency. Complete part production labeling, data input and reporting requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Determine product needed by reviewing Kanban or schedule.
• Monitor and communicate hour by hour line performance to ensure effective schedule execution.
• Ensure safety, 6S, and quality standards are met for line.
• Monitor and coordinate material availability to ensure effective schedule management.
• Coordinate machine operator and line operator assignments to meet part specific standard work requirements and ensure production schedules are met.
• Immediately report any unsafe act or condition.
• Promote teamwork through effective motivation and respect for each team member.
• Serve as an active participant in LSS programs that promote continuous improvement.
• Must adhere to all company and location policies and safety rules.

Required Experience, Education, Skills, and Abilities for Consideration as a Candidate:

• High school, GED or equivalent experience.
• Must be able to read and understand English.
• Must have knowledge of Oracle job data and labeling transactions in addition to paperwork / traceability requirements to ensure accurate material transactions.
• Must have previous line experience.
• Computer skills.

I. Physical Requirements of this Position

How much on-the-job time is spent performing the following physical activities?

Physical Activity

Amount of Time

None

Less than 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

More than 2/3

Standing

Walking

Sitting

Use hands to finger, handle, or feel

Reach with hands and arms

Climb or balance

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

Talk or hear

Taste or smell

In an average workday, the employee primarily performs: (Check one)

Sedentary Work: Lifting 10 lbs. Maximum and occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as computers and small tools. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties. Repetitive motion of hand and finger movement to manually input data using a keyboard or to assemble parts may be required for up to eight hours a day. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and other sedentary criteria are met.

Medium Work: Lifting 50 lbs. Maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of object weighing up to 25 lbs.

Heavy Work: Lifting 100 lbs. Maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of object weighing up to 50 lbs.

Visual Acuity Requirements of this position including color, depth perception and field of vision (Check one)

Close Vision: Clear vision at 20” or less.

Distance Vision: Clear vision at 20’ or more.

Peripheral Vision: Ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point.

Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships.

Ability to Adjust Focus: Ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus.

No special vision requirements.

Select the level of noise that is typical in the work environment for this job: (Check one)

Quiet conditions: (Examples: private office)

Moderate noise: (Examples: business office with computer printers, light traffic, test and clean room environments)

Loud noise: (Examples: normal manufacturing conditions, fork truck and maintenance departments)

Very loud noise: (Examples: jack hammer work and areas that exceed 85dB)

II. Work Environment

How much exposure to the following environmental conditions does this job require?

Environmental Conditions

Amount of Time

None

Less than 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

More than 2/3

Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)

Work near moving mechanical parts

Work in high, precarious places

Fumes or airborne particles

Toxic or caustic chemicals

Outdoor weather conditions

Extreme cold (non-weather)

Extreme heat (non-weather)

Risk of electrical shock

Work with explosives

Risk of radiation

Vibration

Work/job-related travel

Additional physical requirements and/or environmental conditions not mentioned above: NA