Production Team Lead

JOB SUMMARY:

The primary functions of the Production Team Lead include but are not limited to assisting in managing the performance of day-to-day operational activities which may include pit and/or plant production (primary, secondary, chip plant, wash plant, dredge, etc.) as well as some plant maintenance as needed. The Production Lead also assists in training, developing, and leading a safe and efficient hourly workforce through use of the company’s safety policies and procedures, MSHA and other regulations. The Production Lead is also responsible for continuous improvement, meeting production and cost goals, quality control and other functions as assigned by management.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ensure the processing plant operates safely, efficiently, and within all quality specifications.
• Proficient and safe operation of all plant crushing, screening, pumping & conveyor systems.
• Ensure that all hourly employees under his/her area of responsibility receive competent task training to safely perform his/her job duties and that such training is properly documented in a timely manner.
• Assist in managing all daily activities of all hourly production and support personnel.
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure all safety, maintenance, and plant cleanup items are addressed correctly and in a timely manner.
• Assist management with all daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly reporting requirements.
• Ensure that all plant equipment on site are properly maintained according to Dolese Bros. Co. maintenance program requirements.
• Ability and knowledge to operate and monitor equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance and pre-shift inspections; repair and/or clean equipment as needed.
• Ability to comprehend and complete all needed paperwork in a timely and accurate manner.
• Regular, reliable attendance at the worksite or assigned work location.
• Identify, communicate, plan, lead, and execute plant performance improvement projects.
• Troubleshoot issues that arise with crushers, screens, pumps and conveyors and collaborate with reliability and maintenance staff to remedy the problem.
• Perform workplace exams identifying problems that might affect future plant availability and performance.
• Communicate effectively with Production Technicians to start, stop, maintain, and troubleshoot plant equipment.
• Intimately understand plant flow and mechanical equipment operation to optimize daily production.
• Build effective relationships with plant support personnel to rally and lead resources during downtime or upset plant conditions.
• Promote and maintain a culture and attitude of continual improvement, working & leading within the Dolese team to make it more efficient, safer and an enjoyable place to work.
• Identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Coordinate with reliability & maintenance team to fix issues that arise with the plant.
• Address root cause issues that regularly cause cleanup throughout plant.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend reports including but not limited to: safety inspections, production reporting and maintenance records.
• Ensure that a safe workplace is maintained in accordance with company policies and MSHA guidelines.
• Maintain plant area and parts areas mechanically and aesthetically including but not limited to, crushers, screens, conveyor belts, work areas, parts storage areas, electrical rooms etc.
• Organize and track spare parts needed in different areas of the plant.
• Maintain good working relationships with co-workers, customers, and outside agencies.
• Ensure the proper storage of all materials, parts, and supplies.
• Operate and drive light and heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Regular, reliable attendance at the worksite or assigned work location.
• Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: