Plating Team Leader 2nd Shift

RIGHTWAY FASTENERS INC; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Rx insurance

Vision insurance

Telemedicine

Wellness program

401k retirement plan

Life and AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

RIGHTWAY FASTENERS INC. in Columbus, IN is seeking an Experienced Team Leader for the Plating department. The role focuses on coordinating team activities, ensuring quality, and streamlining daily production in a 2nd shift environment.

Responsibilities include supervising, line startup, scheduling, quality checks, and safety compliance. Candidates should read kanbans, lift 25–50 lbs, and commit to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Able to read and understand kanbans.
• Able to lift between 25 and 50 lbs.
• Be safety conscious.
• Good communication skills (verbal & oral).
• Able to stand for 8 to 12 hours.
• Bending and squatting required.
• Understanding of production processes.
• Know Safety/Accident reporting procedures.
• Some computer experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist and lead team members.
• Perform line start up.
• Make and keep daily schedule.
• Do quality checks.
• Minor troubleshooting for machines and equipment.
• Consult regularly with Group Leader.
• Back up for absences; relieve others for breaks and lunches.
• Record keeping of parts and info.
• Operate fork truck if licensed.
• Wear all appropriate PPE and follow all safety procedures.
• Participate in 5S and continuous improvement activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team leadership

Quality checks

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Forklift operation

Reading kanbans

English literacy

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Rightway Fasteners, Inc. - Columbus, IN 47201Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: NoneSalary Range: $18.00 - $19.00 HourlyJob Shift: 2nd ShiftJob Category: ManufacturingRightway 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 insurance
• Telemedicine available 24/7, 365 days/year
• Wellness program
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Other Supplemental Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Holidays, Personal Days, and Vacation Days
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On the Job Training

RFI is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and grow along with us,

Job Title: Team Leader

Department: Plating

Reports to: Group Leaders

Status: Hourly/Non-Exempt

Last Revised: 8/25/09

Job 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 members
• Perform line start up
• Make and keep daily schedule
• Do quality checks
• Minor troubleshooting for machines and equipment
• Consult regularly with Group Leader
• Back up for absences; relieve others for breaks and lunches
• Record keeping of parts and info
• Operate fork truck if licensed
• Wear all appropriate PPE and follow all safety procedures
• Participate in 5S and continuous improvement activities
• Other duties as assigned

QualificationsSkills and Abilities:

• Able to read and understand kanbans
• Able to lift between 25 and 50 lbs
• Be safety conscious
• Good communication skills (verbal & oral)
• Able to stand for 8 to 12 hours
• Bending and squatting required
• Understanding of production processes.
• Know Safety/Accident reporting procedures.
• Some computer experience

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma preferred
• 2+ years of manufacturing experience
• Must be able to read and write English