Line Lead

WEEKLY PAY! SurfaceCo is a premium surface solutions manufacturer in Janesville, WI.
For decades, we have built strong, lasting partnerships with hundreds of distributors nationwide.
Together we provide exceptional products that deliver both quality and value for our customers.
As a small manufacturing company, we are searching for an experienced leader who is self-starting, and a motivated individual to join our team on all three shifts.
We offer great benefits including, up to 5% employer-matched 401k, PTO, 9 paid holidays, employer-paid life insurance, along with competitive wages based on experience.
An ideal candidate would have developed leadership skills to lead a team of 2-4 people to meet quality and rate standards.
We are searching for a match not only with experience and skills but also someone who blends with our culture including - taking pride in his/her work, enjoying working with others, and troubleshooting problems! Summary of the line lead position: The primary overall responsibility of this role is to inspire and drive the day-to-day performance of the assigned team in the areas of safety, quality, employee engagement, housekeeping standards, and production delivery.
Under the supervision of the shift supervisor, the line lead will lead a team of press operators by monitoring the molding and trimming process of rubber mats from start to finish while complying with all safety, quality, quantity, and housekeeping standards.
Responsibilities of a line lead position: * Ensure machines are in proper working order for production startup and shut down, call maintenance if equipment requires repair.
* Proficient in operating all equipment in the plant including the ability to troubleshoot equipment.
* Solid understanding of the cause & effect of Humane quality issues.
* Communicate production and performance standards and expectations, then lead and motivate the team to meet or exceed.
* Tracks and reports on production Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to drive safety and production efficiency.
* Engages with shift employees to provide assistance and guidance where needed, consulting other departments (HR, Quality, Management, etc.
) when needed to solve issues.
* Train existing employees on new products or processes.
* Ensure that the correct materials and supplies are set up on the line.
* Strong desire to achieve while working within and supporting a team environment, doing whatever it takes to help fulfill our customer commitments.
* Ensures that the product is made according to procedure and specifications.
Education/Skills Required for the line lead position: * GED/HSED preferred * One or more years experience in a manufacturing environment * Basic reading and writing skills * Basic math and problem-solving abilities * Effective verbal and written communication skills including proficient skills in computers including Microsoft Office and SharePoint.
Humane's work environment: Employees will be exposed to regularly high heat, rubber particles, dust, sulfur, fragrance oil, and latex.
The noise level is high.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that the employee encounters performing essential functions of this job.