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Team Lead - Insulator

Dover, Conyers, GA, United States


Team Lead - Insulator

Location: Conyers, GA
Dover Food Retail (DFR) is a leading manufacturer of Display Cases, Specialty Products, Refrigeration Systems, Power Systems and Comprehensive Services; and leading our industry by Innovating What's Next in glass doors and intelligent merchandising technologies that keep food safe under brands such as HillPhoenix and Anthony. DFR is part of the Refrigeration and Food Equipment segment of the Dover Corporation (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenues in excess of $7 billion. DFR is built on creativity and customer-centric innovation delivered by people invigorated by a strong sense of responsibility to help our customers win in their marketplaces. The relationships we build with our customers are as important to our success as the products we manufacture. This collaborative environment delivers FRESH THINKING, reassuring our customers that they choose the best when they choose to work with the people of Dover Food Retail.
Job Title: Team Lead Production
Location: Conyers, GA
What we're looking for Leads daily activities of work group while working alongside team members as directed by the Production Supervisor, by performing the following duties:
Ensure team follows safety policies & quality policies & procedures
Track, measure and enforce team's safety goals such as injuries, safety improvements, etc.
Accountable for meeting Hill PHOENIX's annual safety goal
Ensure team's Safety processes are followed (i.e. R3, 6s)
Implement and monitor all aspects of the Quality System
Ensure team's Quality processes are followed (i.e. Audit Systems, 8D problem solving methods and structured inspection training)
Ensure team performance minimum average of 85% to Standard hrs (value added time only) with the expectation of a 5% reduction in standards hrs monthly
Assign and execute daily productions tasks to meet production schedule. (standard hour execution)
Receives and executes daily work instructions from Production Supervisor (i.e. on time delivery to internal customer and lead time reduction)
Ensure OJT Training documents are updated
Perform OJT training of newly hired associates
Works closely with to accomplish associate development and continuous improvement. (i.e. Basic Lean, training needs to team / associates)
Responsible to assign team tasks (Safety, Quality, Productivity, 6s and Huddle communication)
Parts related issues will be taken to Production Supervisor
Engineering related issues will be taken to the Production Supervisor
Develops Standard hours with Manufacturing Engineer
Assist and support Production Supervisor / Production Manager to meet and exceed business unit goals.
Communicate and give associates daily feedback on goals and performance execution.
Foster team work and challenge associates and works alongside associates to meet and exceed set goals.
Active participant in CPP procedure
Ensure that communication flows properly through visual floor communication tool (i.e. Huddle Board)
Demonstrate the ability and knowledge to perform task from other trades.
Demonstrate the initiative to fill in when other team members are absent.
Encourages the development of new skills and interests among team members.
Supports and trains the new standard operating procedures.
Other duties may be assigned
What are the qualifications:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Over 3 years related experience.
Basic computer experience with MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook, basic AS400 software computer or similar system knowledge
What are the preferred qualifications?
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
To be a great fit for the role:
Flexibility
Mechanical aptitude
Quick study
Problem solving
Prioritization
Detail orientation
Time management
Interpersonal skills
Organizational abilities
Leadership traits
Safety 1st orientation
High performer
Attention to detail while successfully multitasking and maintaining high levels of accuracy, quality and productivity
Analytical reasoning/problem solving skills
Ability to read a tape measure and understand fractions and decimals
Good communication skills
Understanding of 6S
Ability to read and understand all job specification
Ability to reach with arms and hands; bend, kneel, crouch and/or crawl as well as the ability to see and hear.
Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously in a fast-paced and complex environment.
Team oriented individual who is flexible and adaptable to an ever-changing environment.
How We Define Our Values and Why You Should Join Our Team:
The backbone behind our collection of outstanding businesses is a team of dedicated employees who protect and enhance our valued reputation for quality and delivering what we promise. It's our values that define Dover to all of our key audiences: our shareholders, customers, prospective employees and especially to ourselves. These values must be expressed in our work and embody our actions, as they form the basis by which we do our jobs, make decisions and measure our performance. It's our unwavering commitment to maintaining our values that defines who we are as a Company. Collaborative Entrepreneurial Spirit Winning Through Customers Respects and Values People Expectations for Results High Ethical Standards, Openness, and Trust
What's in it for you? Medical, Dental, and Vision 401k Retirement Plan Flexible Spending Paid Holidays
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company. Dover Food Retail is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.