Team Lead/Trainer I (Molding-3rd Shift) - Kohler : Job Details

Team Lead/Trainer I (Molding-3rd Shift)

TeamLead/Trainer I (Molding) Location: Onsite – Casa Grande, AZ  Competitive Compensation: Starting at $28.50 per hour with shift differentialpay increase at $1.50 per hour.  Shift: 3rd Shift, Monday-Friday, 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM 

OpportunityWe aregrowing! Kohler has completed construction on a new 1 million-square-footmanufacturing facility on 200 acres in the industrial corridor of Casa Grande,AZ. We are looking for passionate talent to join our team. Thisrole will be based at our Casa Grande facility once it is open. The rolewill work fully onsite. What We Offer:*Competitive salary with annualmerit increases*Wide array of benefits, includingmedical, dental, vision, wellness incentives, and maternity/parental leave*401(k) savings plan*Company-funded pension plan withvesting after 5 years of service*Career advancement opportunities,tuition reimbursement, and employee discounts

Crafting Excellence: Your Responsibilities  As aTeam Leader (Molding) for Kohler Co., you will be an ambassador of the Kohlerbrand and the Vikrell product line. In this role, you will be responsiblefor training all new Molding Operator associates on the essential functions ofthe role. You will function as a role model in safely, responsibly, andefficiently performing the role, the quality inspection, lifting, packaging,and stacking of Vikrell products, such as bathtubs, shower wall sets, andshower floor pieces. You will autonomously assign and performhousekeeping & 5S work throughout every shift and direct your team membersto do the same. You will work 8-hour shifts for 5 days and work willinclude sitting, standing, bending, twisting, and lifting. You willbe an ideal candidate if you have a natural work ethic, sense of urgency andenjoy training and creating a highly functioning team.Additional Job Duties:*Properly, effectively, andenthusiastically train new Molding Operator associates on all essentialfunctions of the SMC Operator role.*Constantly and consistently coachand mentor less tenured Molding Operators*Conduct daily placement anddirection of associates in the work area*Ensure the automatedcut-and-stack robot is properly and accurately removing Sheet Molding *Compound (SMC) from the storage container box and stacking on theappropriate section of equipment.*Ensure that robot removes moldedSMC parts from the press within set time parameters*Responsible for and on-call toassist anytime the press or automation stops cycling*Responsible for correctly andefficiently setting up and maintaining bander/clip machines equipment.*Ensure the correct Bill ofMaterials (BoM) and labels match the production order*Maintain the cleanliness of thearea mold cavity, keeping it free of all foreign material and residue andensuring that the press does not close on a foreign object.*Conduct “deflashing”, as needed,of molded parts and position those parts for transportation to nextoperation.*Inspect molded parts, markdefects, record defect types on record sheet, and place requiredidentification on parts.*Carry defective parts (scrap) tothe rework area and document, as required*Complete required records andreports including, but not limited to, keeping an accurate productionrecord on the quality of each molded part taken from the press.*Ensure that all personnel areclear of the press before activating it*Maintain assigned hand tools suchas drills, sanders, files, etc.*Assist in packaging and assemblyof molded parts*Assemble cartons and theircomponents (Styrofoam, plastic caps, banders, etc.)*Assist in ordering all necessarydirect material supplies from the warehouse*Strive to attain and maintainestablished standards of productivity, quality, safety, and goodhousekeeping in your assigned area on every shift.*Operate materials handlingequipment according to plant safety rules and regulations*Exercise informal correctivediscipline in a positive and coaching manner, as needed*Work in a safe and orderly mannerand practice good 5S and housekeeping at all times*Relieve team members for lunch,personal periods, and absenteeism*Perform other related dutiesconsistent with the nature of the job, as directed by the Supervisor orManagement.*Complete and maintain training onall applicable SOPs, LOPs, policies and procedures.

Skills/Requirements

Ready to make a bold impact? Here's the qualifications weare looking for:Basic Qualifications*Mustbe at least 18 years old*Previousexperience as a Team Leader, Trainer, or Supervisor with a strong workethic and overall positive demeanor*Abilityto work 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shifts while sitting, standing, bending,twisting, and lifting*Theflexibility to change shifts as the plant moves into future phases ofproduction and operability*Apositive, adaptable, hard-working, and patient mindset*Awillingness to help with activities that may be outside of your job scope

Preferred Qualifications: *Haveprevious experience in a manufacturing operator or production lineoperator role*Haveprevious experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment*Have anatural ability to solve problems and continuously improve safety,quality, and productivity*Highschool diploma/GED equivalent preferred.

Why You'll Love Working Here *Health insurance with premiums as low as $20 per month, dental and vision insurance, and company-paid disability and life insurance. *401k plan with company match and voluntary benefits such as identity protection and pet insurance. *Up to 10 paid holidays annually after 60 days and up to 2 weeks of paid vacation in your first year. *Discounts on Kohler products. *Tuition assistance for advanced education. *Opportunities for growth and career advancement. 

Key Requirements  *Physical Capability: Ability to perform the essential duties of the position, including bending, lifting, and pushing weights of up to 40 pounds or more. *Safety Compliance: Follow all safety policies and procedures. *Effective Communication: Ability to communicate effectively for manufacturing production processes. *Reliability: Consistent attendance and work performance. *Screening: Successful completion of a drug screen and background check. 

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