Production Team Lead - Machine Operator (1st & 2nd Shift)

Kutol Products; Sharonville (OH); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a thriving hand soap and sanitizer manufacturer as a Production Team Lead-Machine Operator. In this dynamic role, you will lead a dedicated team, ensuring the efficient operation of filling lines while upholding quality and safety standards. With a commitment to 'Clean Hands for a Healthy World,' this established company offers a supportive environment where your contributions matter. Enjoy competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for growth in a stable, 100+ year old local company. If you are passionate about teamwork and production excellence, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Profit-sharing

Stable work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 8th grade proficiency in reading and math required.
• Two years of experience in manufacturing and production line work.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the production team to meet production goals.
• Operate filling equipment and maintain production line efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Team leadership skills

Mechanical aptitude

Ability to read work orders

Interpersonal skills

Machine knowledge

Education

Minimum 8th grade reading and math proficiency

Two or more years experience in manufacturing

Tools

Various hand tools

Forklift

Job description

Production Team Lead

1st Shift: Monday through Friday 6:50am - 3:00pm. Pay Rate: $22.00/hour

2nd Shift: Monday through Friday 2:50pm - 11:00pm. Pay Rate: $22.00/hour plus $1.00/hour shift differential

Allow me to introduce you to Kutol Products Company, a thriving hand soap and hand sanitizer manufacturer operating out of our Silver LEED Certified facility in Sharonville, Ohio. We process and package both cosmetic and drug formulas that work with our proprietary dispensing systems across the country and beyond. We are currently seeking a Production Team Lead-Machine Operator to join us in our purpose of providing "Clean Hands for a Healthy World."

At Kutol, our Production Team Lead-Machine Operator provides team leadership in the safe and efficient running of filling lines to produce quality products for on-time shipment to the customer. Responsibilities of this position include:

• Train, delegate, and assign appropriate tasks to the Production TeamMates assigned to the work area, managing the team in a positive manner to produce expected results.
• Operate filling equipment, complete set up, clean out, and changeover of the line with the support of assigned Production TeamMates to minimize downtime.
• Read and follow the fill line work order and instructions to ensure the finished product meets customer specifications and GMP requirements.
• Meet production goals and produce quality products with correct fill weights, batch numbers, label placement, packing & stacking patterns, etc., reporting any problems or errors in the production run promptly to the Shift Supervisor before proceeding.
• Collaborate with the Process Improvement Manager to create and enforce standardized work methods.
• Accurately complete necessary paperwork and documentation.
• Interface with the warehouse to ensure timely staging of packaging materials for production runs, and liquid processing for product delivery to the line.
• Complete line clearance before commencing the next run.
• Perform minor maintenance and repair of equipment to prevent downtime, promptly inform the Shift Supervisor or Maintenance of more complex equipment malfunctions for speedy repair.
• Uphold plant rules and safe operating procedures on the line, referring issues of TeamMate's non-compliance to the Shift Supervisor to be addressed.
• Provide updates as necessary to the Shift Supervisor and oncoming Production Team Leader at shift change.
• Maintain 5S standards for safety and good housekeeping daily, completing these tasks prior to handing the line off to the oncoming shift.
• May run the forklift to help facilitate production if trained and authorized.
• Perform other duties and complete projects as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum 8th grade reading and math proficiency
• Two or more years experience in manufacturing and production line work

Knowledge, Skills & Ability:

• Ability to read and follow work orders and instructions.
• Mechanical aptitude with ability to use various hand tools for maintenance and repair.
• Team leadership skills.
• Machine knowledge and thorough understanding of production & manufacturing processes.
• Good interpersonal skills and communication.

Physical/Mental Requirements:

• Lifting and moving objects (to the waist) up to 40 pounds frequently.
• Stand/walk – up to 100% of the time.
• Tolerance for dusty conditions and exposure to chemicals, dyes, fragrances, and perfumes.

As a company, we offer stability in a thriving industry and an environment that emphasizes our core values of respect, honesty, and fairness. Starting pay for qualified candidates is $22/hour for first shift and $22/hour plus $1.00/hour shift differential for second shift with a review and raise after 3 months, on your one year anniversary, and annually thereafter. Kutol's benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, 401K, and more including profit-sharing when we succeed as a team.

Our TeamMates enjoy working at Kutol because of our shared-fate environment and stability as an established 100+ year old local company. Please note, we are a drug-free & tobacco-free workplace. Apply now and see why Kutol is a fantastic place to work!