Night Shift Lead Cutter Operator - Team Leader

Southern Champion Tray Llc; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Champion Tray is seeking a Lead Cutter Operator for the Night Shift (3 Day/12 Hour) at the Amnicola Plant in Chattanooga, TN. You will lead a hourly team, oversee web cutter setup and operation, and drive efficiencies while mentoring apprentices and operators.

You will ensure safety, quality, and on-time production, coaching team members and coordinating with supervisors to maintain smooth shift transitions.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a web cutter machine, preferably in a folding carton environment.
• Ability to lead hourly team members and train in all job requirements.
• Must have basic computer skills and possess mechanical ability.
• Must read and understand English documents and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and develop a team of Operators, Apprentices and Assistants in the operation and setup of web cutters.
• Reduce set up times, improve troubleshooting, and facilitate shift transitions to hit target efficiencies.
• Operate and troubleshoot all production equipment and know system procedures.
• Plan and support new products and production processes; lead training initiatives.
• Drive daily performance of schedules and production sequences to meet goals.
• Maintain safety, 5S and BRCGS standards; coach as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

English proficiency

Mechanical ability

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Web cutter machine

Job description

Southern Champion Tray is seeking a Lead Cutter Operator for the Night Shift (3 Day/12 Hour) at the Amnicola Plant in Chattanooga, TN. You will lead a hourly team, oversee web cutter setup and operation, and drive efficiencies while mentoring apprentices and operators.

You will ensure safety, quality, and on-time production, coaching team members and coordinating with supervisors to maintain smooth shift transitions.