Lead Operator - Phillips Staffing

A Lead Operator is needed at a global leader in critical IT infrastructure in Anderson, SC. We are seeking a motivated and team focused individual that has strong leadership skills. This is a Direct Hire position with benefits and opportunity for growth.

Responsibilities:

• Function as Team Leader over Team Members.
• Coordinate placement of team members and track work hours & overtime, job rotation, training, and absenteeism.
• Understand, execute, and ensure consistent compliance with all company rules, policies, and practices.
• Take appropriate corrective action when warranted, in accordance with the terms of the Company Handbook.
• Monitor the flow of parts, materials, productivity, and quality including inventory levels.
• Troubleshoot daily quality, safety, and production issues.
• Lead continuous improvement activity for assigned area.
• Participate in the setting of Key Performance Indication (KPI) targets including safety, quality, operational availability, scrap, etc. as a method of continuous improvement.
• Lead, perform, and/or participate in ergonomic exercises, 5S housekeeping, accident investigation, safety audits and related activities.
• Maintain knowledge of procedures including Hazardous Waste, Spill Response, and Plant Security.
• Maintain training matrix for team leaders and/or team members, assuring training is effective and corrects sub-standard practices.
• Ensure further development of team members through daily communication and start of shift meetings.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Prior leadership experience
• A strong Mechanical and Electrical aptitude preferred.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Experience in light gauge metal fabrication such as punching, forming, welding, finishing, etc. preferred.
• Working knowledge and experience with measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, measuring tapes, etc.)
• Prior experience with blueprints and schematics preferred.
• Minimum of (3) years of relevant manufacturing experience required.