Plating Team Leader 2nd Shift

Rightway-Fasteners; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Telemedicine

401k Retirement Plan

Life and AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Rightway Fasteners in Columbus, Indiana, is hiring a Team Leader for the Plating department. The role requires coordinating team members, starting lines, scheduling, and performing quality checks on parts. You will train new hires, assist with 5S and continuous improvement, and back up for breaks while maintaining safety.

Strong communication, ability to lift 25–50 lbs, and the stamina to stand 8–12 hours are essential; forklift operation is a plus and 2+ years in manufacturing is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred; 2+ years manufacturing experience.
• Able to read and understand kanbans.
• Able to lift between 25 and 50 lbs.
• Must be able to stand for 8–12 hours.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the supervisor in coordinating the activities of team members.
• Lead line start up and help maintain daily schedule.
• Perform quality checks on produced parts.
• Train new employees and ensure adherence to procedures.
• Record keeping of parts and process information.
• Back up for absences and break relief; assist with safety.
• Operate forklift if licensed and follow 5S practices.

Skills

Team leadership

Kanban literacy

Safety awareness

Communication

Manual dexterity

Production knowledge

Education

High School Diploma preferred

Job description

Rightway Fasteners, Inc. (RFI) is a successful, growing company that has been making automotive parts in Columbus Indiana for over 25 years. We specialize in manufacturing high tension bolts and other cold formed parts. Learn more at www.rfiusa.com.RFI is known in the community for its outstanding benefits, job security, and employee growth opportunities. Our comprehensive benefits program helps employees stay healthy, feel secure and maintain a work-life balance. These benefits include:Medical, dental, Rx, and vision insuranceTelemedicine available 24/7, 365 days/yearWellness program401k Retirement PlanLife and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) InsuranceDisability InsuranceAccident, Critical Illness, and Other Supplemental InsurancePaid Time Off, Holidays, Personal Days, and Vacation DaysTuition ReimbursementOn the Job TrainingRFI is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and grow along with us, please apply online.Job Title: Team LeaderDepartment: PlatingReports to: Group LeadersStatus: Hourly/Non-ExemptLast Revised: 8/25/09Job Summary and Primary Objectives:Assist the supervisor in coordinating the activities of team members in the manufacturing process. Utilize experience and knowledge of equipment, procedures and product specifications. Perform work of team members. Train new employees and ensure quality of products.Tasks and Responsibilities:Assist and lead team membersPerform line start upMake and keep daily scheduleDo quality checksMinor troubleshooting for machines and equipmentConsult regularly with Group LeaderBack up for absences; relieve others for breaks and lunchesRecord keeping of parts and infoOperate fork truck if licensedWear all appropriate PPE and follow all safety proceduresParticipate in 5S and continuous improvement activitiesOther duties as assignedSkills and Abilities:Able to read and understand kanbansAble to lift between 25 and 50 lbsBe safety consciousGood communication skills (verbal & oral)Able to stand for 8 to 12 hoursBending and squatting requiredUnderstanding of production processes.Know Safety/Accident reporting procedures.Some computer experienceEducation and Experience:High School Diploma preferred2+ years of manufacturing experienceMust be able to read and write English