Team Lead

haier; Camden (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Appliances, a Haier company, in Camden, SC, is seeking a Team Lead to support the supervisor in guiding a production area and building a highly skilled, engaged workforce. You will help improve quality, ensure on-time delivery, and lead improvement activities, with a focus on safety and standard work on the line.

As a Zone Leader/Team Lead, you will coordinate day-to-day operations, train and cross-train associates, and partner with maintenance to troubleshoot and optimize equipment while

Qualifications

• 1–3 years' experience troubleshooting and set-up of manufacturing equipment
• Mechanical aptitude; ability to understand basic mechanical concepts
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Computer literate

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily reports and focus efforts on the problem areas
• Provide feedback to management on resolution of current issues
• Ensure parameters are being followed daily
• Verify operator knowledge and help build skills on the line
• Coordinate team day-to-day activities to meet schedule
• Liaison between production and maintenance
• Support processes and address corrective actions
• Troubleshoot, repair and maintain automated equipment
• Identify root causes of mechanical problems
• Assist in creation of SOPs and maintenance manuals

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Fast-paced environment

Computer literacy

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in lieu of experience

Job description

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make "good things, for life." As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we're powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there's always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.

The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together , we always look for a better way , and we create possibilities .

Interested in joining us on our journey?

The Zone Leader will assist the supervisor in leading production area. In this role, you are responsible for creating a highly skilled, engaged workforce and creating a positive work environment. You will work to enhance the quality and quantity work output and reduces the scrap rate while maintaining a safe work environment. This position is responsible for coordinating the team's day to day activities; assuring customers are given a quality product on schedule, and leading improvement activities. Their involvement in the work process includes supporting associates and supplementing the group's labor force as needed. The Zone Leader is responsible for process verification, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis of manufacturing related equipment / tools with the assistance of Maintenance and Engineering.

Position

Team Lead

Location

USA, Camden, SC

How You'll Create Possibilities

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Essential results-based duties

• Monitor daily reports and focus efforts on the problem areas.
• Provide feedback to management on resolution of current issues.
• Ensure parameters are being followed daily.
• Verify operator knowledge and work with operators to help build skills on the line.
• Work to ensure equipment is set to standard after every repair or TPM event.
• Liaison between production and maintenance.
• Support projects to improve processes and address corrective actions.
• Equipment operation.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and perform maintenance on automated equipment
• Determine root cause of mechanical problems such as feeder bowl issues, pick-and-place, (robotic) part transfer issues, and part nesting alignment malfunctions.
• Perform and support machine validations (FIS, Prophecy, Brilliant Factory, Parameters)
• Ensure processes and equipment are configured and monitored according to established work instructions
• Assist maintenance and manufacturing personnel with machine operations
• Assist in creation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and technical machine maintenance manuals
• Monitor machine performance measures
• Operate in a LEAN manufacturing environment and strive to suggest process improvements
• The ability to be a good student and maintain a passing grade with Central Carolina Technical College (CCTC) and any additional training which may qualify. Failure to pass required training could and/or would result in immediate disqualification.
• Supporting associates and supplementing the group's labor force as needed
• Train and cross-train new employees in various job functions
• Ensure technical training and training documentation is properly completed and submitted
• Adjusting labor to increase efficiency based on customer demand and inventory
• Identify quality issues and troubleshoot to resolution with production team
• Proper communication in pre-shift and end-of-shift meetings, including accurate documentation

Required Qualifications

• 1-3 years' experience troubleshooting and set-up of manufacturing equipment or Associates degree in lieu of experience.
• Mechanical aptitude - ability to understand basic mechanical concepts and relationships
• Must have good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Computer literate.
• Candidate must possess the interpersonal skills to effectively communicate and lead in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Positive work ethic and attitude; willingness to learn and meet expectations of the various assignments
• Dependability; demonstrate and maintain good attendance and punctuality
• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or a GED equivalent qualification from an accredited institution

What You'll Bring to Our Team

Preferred Qualifications

• Expertise and/or working knowledge of Robotics, Foam, Weld, or Enamel
• Experience with Microsoft Office Products, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Working Conditions

Physical working conditions

• Wear safety attire or proper PPE daily
• Usually work indoors. All areas may not be temperature controlled

Physical demands of the position include

• Bending, stooping, twisting, lifting/carrying, pushing/pulling Handling and lifting of parts or materials - minimum of 50 lbs.

Our Culture

Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recog