Lyrba USA, a sustainable and socially responsible plastics processing company, operates in a brand-new state of the art food grade PET sheet production site that utilizes 100% post-consumer material as its feed source.
Position Summary
Lead Production Operator for a PET sheet line (Recycled PET) responsible for performing work assigned in our manufacturing area according to the scheduled production requirements. Must run production equipment in a safe, productive, efficient, and quality-conscious manner to achieve daily, weekly, and monthly production goals. As Lead you will be responsible for all team members on your shift and making sure all their duties are being performed safely and correctly per procedures provided for them.
Role And Responsibilities
Supervise Production Operators and Material Handlers on assigned team
Operation of new PET sheet line including raw material adding, mixing, and blending of raw materials, Extruder operation, sheet production and roll station operations
Operate powered fork trucks and lifts
Responsible for the safe, efficient operation of the equipment
Responsible for their finished goods quality
Required to train newer operators
Communicate and provide information to Supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates
Qualifications And Education Requirements
Previous extrusion experience is strongly preferred, particularly with plastic sheet
Previous experience as a production supervisory preferred
Previous experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate) preferred
English language communication both spoken and written
Ability to use computer systems, Windows operating systems experience preferred
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
Able to gather and analyze information skillfully
Able to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
Knowledge of office administration procedures and ability to operate most standard office equipment
Attention to detail in composing, typing, and proofing materials, establishing priorities and meeting deadlines
Excellent spelling, grammar, and written communication skills
Able to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds Able to walk, stand, sit for extended periods
Able to able to handle extreme heat/cool weather operations
Available for flexible working hours/overtime if needed
Able to work in a diverse, team-oriented environment yet still be able to think independently
Able to able to follow both written and spoken work instructions
Strong work ethic and professional demeanor
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Internet Publishing
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