Team Lead - Extrusion

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The Team Lead - Extrusion is a crucial role responsible for leading and optimizing extrusion operations. This position requires a proactive individual with a strong understanding of extrusion processes, materials, and equipment. The Team Lead will be expected to supervise a team, drive production efficiency, and ensure adherence to quality standards. This role demands strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment.

• Lead and supervise the extrusion team, providing guidance and support to ensure efficient operations.
• Monitor and analyze Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to production, quality, and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot extrusion process issues, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Oversee the scheduling of production runs, coordinating with other departments to meet customer demands.
• Ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and maintain a safe working environment.
• Implement and maintain quality control procedures, ensuring product specifications are met.
• Coach and mentor team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications for data analysis and reporting.
• Participate in and contribute to process improvement initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Effectively communicate with team members, management, and other departments regarding production status and issues.

• Thorough knowledge of extrusion processes and equipment.
• General knowledge of production management principles.
• Working knowledge of quality control procedures.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including supervision of a team.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Experience with problem-solving and troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment.
• Computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement Process methodologies.
• Experience in a similar role within the extrusion industry.
• Associate\'s degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Familiarity with workflow management systems.

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