Job Description

Job Location: Knoxville, IA 50138
Position Type: Full Time
Job Shift: Graveyard (3rd)Job Title:             Group Leader
Department:      Production
Reports to:         Area Manager
FLSA Status:       Non-Exempt
SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the Area Manager, this position is responsible for leading people in the movement of materials through their designated areas. Responsible for instructing employees in safety, quality, productivity and efficiency standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Safety
- Work in a safe manner at all times by following all safety guidelines.
- Ensure safe work practices in the area by all personnel: welders, painters, assemblers, material handlers, inventory coordinators, and visitors.
- Train employees on the proper safety practices and processes of proper PPE usage, equipment usage, and good housekeeping and organization.
Quality
- Research equipment failure, design deviations, incorrectly made parts, and resolve problems to complete the process in a timely manner.
- Test or assist in testing operation and shipment of completed product.
- Ensure that quality policies and practices are followed by all personnel under their supervision.
- Train employees on the proper quality practices and processes of weld standards, paint standards, and assembly standards.
Productivity
- Communicate production schedules to area employees.
- Set up all jobs utilizing jigs/fixtures according to Weiler blueprints and process sheets.
- Monitor and adjust production plans for assembly, weld, or paint to meet production schedules.
Efficiency
- Work towards improvement of daily goals of assigned work areas.
- Follow up on projects as needed to ensure project dates are being met.
- Assist the Area Manager in monitoring area performance through establish methods.
Leadership
- Foster open communication from employees.
- Ability to maintain positive interpersonal relationships which encourage openness and cooperation within a group.
SUPERVISORY REPONSIBILITIES
This job is responsible for overseeing a designated area/department. The Group Leader assists in oversight of a designated area when the Area Manager is absent

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The environment is typical for office administrative work; the employee is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.  However, while performing a portion of the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to loud noises, moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. Certain areas require the use of personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses.
This job description reflects management’s assessment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

QualificationsEDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or GED Required
3 – 5 years’ related experience in a manufacturing environment and/or additional related education required
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Ability to read, write and comprehend documents and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information to internal and external individuals and groups.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
COMPUTER SKILLS
Basic computer skills with the ability to look up information (prints, BOM).
Prior experience with a computer preferred.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
- Reads and understands measuring devices such as a tape measure, weld fillet gauge, calipers, micrometer, a level, square, sight gages, protractor or angle finder.
- Has ability to read schematics and Weiler blueprints as needed
- Must possess solid analytical skills.
- Ability to operate with a high level of accuracy
- Ability to effectively utilize resources
- Ability to prioritize and multi-task due to a wide variety of daily responsibilities
- Ability to troubleshoot complex issues and resolve them effectively
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee is required to talk and hear both in person and over the phone.  The employee is frequently required to sit, type, reach and use hands and fingers.  The employee is regularly required to stand and walk.  The employee is required to read document on paper and on computer screens.  The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.