Team Lead II

Wilsonart, Temple, Texas has an immediate opening for a Team Lead II.  The Team Leader II provides leadership to the department to ensure that production schedules and customer commitments are met. He/she is a highly competent leader who has demonstrated the hands-on skill and experience in the department they oversee. The liaison between the crew and management, interfacing with internal and external customers as necessary.   This is for a night shift position. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Translates and/or determines goals & priorities for shift/crew.
• Resolves problems and advises management, seeking assistance for complex problems.
• Assists supervisor with production flow and staffing schedules.
• Monitor and evaluate training, making adjustments where needed. Responsible for ensuring crews are properly trained and critical positions have back-ups.
• Is a role model for leadership, attendance, safety practices and Wilsonart’s behaviors.
• Responsible for actively participating in safety efforts that achieve/exceed SRP audit scores.
• Is respectful and professional in communicating with others, providing clear, concise information and/or feedback in a timely manner.
• Effectively facilitates shift/crew team meetings (safety, lean, etc.)
• Make efforts to reduce process problems and improve the efficiencies of people.
• Maintain quality control processes to ensure products/services meet standards.
• Works closely with departments that supply needed materials to maintain minimal downtime.
• Assists the supervisor in all aspects of maintaining an efficient, low cost, total quality and productive operation.
• Provides feedback and input on performance reviews to Supervisor.
• Responsible for documenting employee performance, making sure concerns and behaviors are addressed in a timely manner with supervisor.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of safety standards applicable to the department and other pertinent rules/regulations governing work standards.
• Knowledge of computers to proficiently update and maintain department documents, spreadsheets, databases and Oracle WIP transactions.
• Knowledge of product types and the manufacturing process.
• Knowledge of quality standards.
• Ability to support leadership with decision making
• Exceptional skills in verbal and written communication, including tact and diplomacy when dealing with customers and employees. 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality. 
• Skill in organizing and prioritizing the work of self and others.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to operate machinery in a safe and comfortable manner.
• Ability to maintain a clean work environment. 
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment. 
• Knowledge of company policies, procedures and practices.  

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

High School Graduate or GED, Prefer Associate Degree or advanced learning.