Operator, Assembly Team Lead

14 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicants

The main responsibility of a team lead is to assist the supervisor in the operation of the department. This includes confirming the area has no safety hazards and that all employees are wearing proper PPE, overseeing and troubleshooting equipment and machinery, monitoring and verifying incoming and outgoing material, auditing to ensure that production and quality requirements are being met and all processes are being run within specification.

The Team Leader is also required to assist with OJT of employees and be a champion of problem solving and continuous improvement toward the ideal state.

Our plant is located in Salina, KS but we have employees that live in neighboring towns such as Concordia, Ellsworth, Herrington and McPherson.

D Shift: Night - Thurs‑Sat, every other Wed

The starting pay rate is $27.79 per hour.

Bonus opportunities!

• Quarterly Attendance Bonus – associates can earn up to $600 each quarter for simply showing up.
• Gainshare Bonus – hourly associates can earn up to 10% of their gross monthly pay.
• Production Bonus – daily bonuses based on plant hitting production goals; up to $11.50 per hour.

• Medical, prescription, dental and vision plans
• Short‑term, long‑term disability and employee life
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Stryten pays the majority of your benefit contribution costs

• Assign and monitor work to achieve production efficiency.
• Direct, train, and apprise hourly employees as required.
• Assure production meets quality standards and control scrap and rework.
• Implement and assure compliance with plant policies and procedures regarding safety and health.
• Assist in establishing and setting up equipment for production jobs or for improved processes.
• Report and follow through on tooling needs and equipment maintenance problems.
• Undertake assigned projects as directed.
• Work with Shift Supervisor concerning disciplinary problems.
• Comply with current Quality Systems requirements.
• Communicate effectively to give guidance and instruction to other employees.
• Responsible for reviewing hand‑off materials from the previous shift and confirming that the department is ready for start‑up.
• Audit the lines for safety hazards and correct PPE, appropriate stock numbers, and 5S condition.
• Continuous monitoring of product quality, feedback to Supervisor and Quality; ensure defective product is identified and removed.
• Perform other work as assigned by Management, including 5S cleaning.

• Physical Requirements:
  
  Continuous standing, walking, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling, and reaching for 12‑hour shifts.
• Must be able to lift and handle items weighing up to 50 lbs and work in extreme environmental conditions.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment in the assigned area.
• Required to work any shift, including overtime when deemed necessary.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of manufacturing or related experience.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.

Hazardous waste training shall be provided within six months of the position start date and reviewed every 12 months thereafter.

• General office equipment, PC with various software programs.
• Small hand tools, various powered equipment, and control panels.
• Mechanical aptitude required.

Stryten Energy is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Apply online or text plantjobs to 678‑931‑7826 to begin your pre‑screening process!

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