General Function:

• Inspect cleanouts to make sure standards are met.

• Gives breaks on lines as needed. This should include working on plans that minimize the need for crewleaders giving breaks.

• Help Supervisor with quality problems. This includes effectively leading a 5 why root cause investigation.

• Get maintenance when there is a mechanical problem and have a plan for quick restarts.

• Fill in for supervisor when he is absent.

• Pump resin from rail car into resin silos’ (2nd

  and 3rd

  shift only).

• Fill in for Unit Operator when one is absent and can’t get anyone to come in early. For blender loading, develop plans, when possible, to use the team to cover more than one line.

• Helping with housekeeping, making sure everyone keeps his or her area clean meeting both daily and shift housekeeping assignments. This includes making sure all 5S standards are met.

• Plan and lead discussion in huddle meetings.

• Daily conduct quality and safety walkthroughs and give team immediate directions.

• Stay current online status and operator activities and assignments.

Responsibilities:

• To supervise Utility Operator, Unit Operator, Blender Operator, Compounder, Console Operator.

Skill/Educational Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED or two years minimum work experience at Haywood Company.
• Must have a valid drivers license.

Essential Physical Requirements of the Job:

• Ability to climb stairs.

You should be proficient in:

• Lean Manufacturing Principles
• Six Sigma Experience
• Plastic Extrusion Experience
• Root Cause Analysis