The performance duties of the lead are to instruct and direct machine operators to troubleshoot, set-up and resolve problem with equipment and tooling, perform basic machine maintenance operations, perform first piece and product inspections, utilize computer to input and analyze production/packing data and maintain a steady departmental work flow. All these functions should be working within the limitations of standards methods and procedures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Work from schedules, production orders and work instructions, packing instructions, prints and specifications, and instruct, direct, and assist operators
• Oversee movement of materials to workstations to meet scheduled shipment dates, monitor set-ups and machine adjustments, and check first pieces of each run and approve as indicated.
• Regularly check quantity and quality of production to ensure operators are in compliance with production orders.
• Provide assistance and expertise in resolving operational problems.
• Devise methods to improvise techniques to compensate for equipment or material deficiencies to produce product to specification and maximize yield.
• Perform basic machine maintenance, ensure proper calibration, and perform required maintenance as directed.
• Monitor material levels to ensure optimum levels are maintained.
• Write Material Review Tickets for Scrap Metal.
• Participate in engineering tests, product trails and productivity and quality improvement activities.
• Prepare and modify work instructions and packing instructions, if necessary.
• Periodically inventory packing supplies and operating supplies.
• Coordinate operations with other shifts to maintain awareness of current work in progress and maintain an uninterrupted work flow.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to maintain work flow or respond to emergency conditions.
• Adheres to all company policies and procedures.
• Maintains work area in a clean and orderly condition in accordance with 5 S standards.
• Requires the ability to perform all duties to operate all equipment, all within limitation of the standard methods and procedures and in accordance with strict adherence to safety, environmental, quality and productivity requirements.
EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:
Hydro is a leading industrial company that builds businesses and partnerships for a more sustainable future. We develop industries that matter to people and society.
Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses, creating a safe and secure workplace for our 31,000 employees in more than 140 locations and 40 countries.
Today, we own and operate various businesses and have investments with a base in sustainable industries. Hydro is through its businesses present in a broad range of market segments for aluminium, energy, metal recycling, renewables and batteries, offering a unique wealth of knowledge and competence.
Hydro is committed to leading the way towards a more sustainable future, creating more viable societies by developing natural resources into products and solutions in innovative and efficient ways.
