Operations Team Leader

SunCoke Energy; Highland Park (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SunCoke Energy seeks a Shift Leader to direct and coordinate crew activities on the Coke production shift. You will ensure safety, enforce SOP adherence, and maintain production schedules by prioritizing operations and coordinating between material handlers, power/co-generation partners, and customers.

The role requires 3–5 years of related experience, an associate’s degree (or equivalent), and strong leadership as well as communication skills to drive performance and safety culture in a

Qualifications

• Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school.
• 3 to 5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Directs and coordinates activities of all crew members during a Shift in processing materials or manufacturing products.
• Ensure the safety of all personnel on Shift / in the Plant.
• Plans production operations, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products.
• Comply with all State and Federal Safety and Environmental regulations.
• Coordinate efforts between material handler, Power Company in its co-generation capacity and primary customer.
• Directs the inspection machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization.

Skills

Leadership

Oral and Written Communication

Team Work

Problem Solving

Attendance/Punctuality

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Manufacturing software

Job description

Summary

Directs and coordinates activities of all crew members during a Shift in processing materials or manufacturing products, (Coke), in industrial organization by performing the following duties personally or through subordinates.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Include the following, but not intended to be an all inclusive list. Other duties may be assigned.

• Ensure the safety of all personnel on Shift / in the Plant
• Thorough understanding of all Standard Operations Procedures
• Communicating with and be aware of all persons in the Plant and their whereabouts
• Continuous upkeep and update on all safety procedures
• Fully comply and follow the Bargaining Union Contract
• Supervise Crew members, all classifications.
• Plans production operations, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products; including coordination of all activities necessary, per Shift, to ensure that Batteries and all necessary Ovens are pushed and charged according to the Pushing Schedule
• Comply with all State and Federal Safety and Environmental regulations
• Coordinate efforts between material handler, Power Company in its co-generation capacity and primary customer.
• Conduct staff / Crew meetings as required
• Report, investigate and communicate all accidents, incidences and problematic issues with the proper personnel
• Prepares operational and staffing schedules to coordinate manufacturing activities, including preparation of overtime schedules, to ensure production and quality of products meets specifications.
• Per Shift, completes and reviews production and operating reports and resolves operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.
• Directs the inspection machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization.
• Manages logistics: inbound/outbound train schedules dumping/reloading
• Reviews and assures compliance to standard operational and working practices and observes workers to ensure compliance with standards.
• Collaboratively works with Human Resources Manager to resolve worker issues in a timely manner.
• Responsible for directing and functioning as a team member to meet or exceed coking production schedules.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Tasks Associated with Primary Duties

• Fosters quality focus in others
• Works within an approved budget
• Provides regular performance feedback to subordinates and develops subordinates skills/knowledge to encourage growth
• Prepare the Plant for the next Shift assuring readiness to be operational
  • Clean up
  • Assuring crews are fully staffed
    • Making the necessary arrangements
    • Asking people to work overtime
    • Calling people to work overtime
  • Open communication with customer in regards to production and coordinating efforts assuring smooth transition of the product (COKE)

Competencies

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Interpersonal - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Oral and Written Communication - Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings. Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Team Work - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives.

Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Inspires respect and trust; Accepts feedback from others.

Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment‑free environment.

Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Supports organization's goals and values.

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality.

Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; 3 to 5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Ability

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Math Ability

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Suite - Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Manufacturing software.

Shift Leadership Responsibilities

Directly supervises 10 - 25 employees in the Production. Carries out Shift Leadership responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather); work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles and outdoor weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to work in high, precarious places; extreme heat (non-weather); risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate with noise level in some areas high.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit.

This document does not state or imply that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed within this position and is subject to modification.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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