Machine Operator Shift Lead

Tenn-Tex Plastics, Inc.

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Overview: In this role, you will support daily production operations by coordinating workflow, training and assisting employees, and serving as a liaison between production employees and the Shift Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate employee assignments to support production needs and workflow.
• Train new Machine Operators and provide ongoing guidance and support to production employees.
• Assist employees with work instructions, change instructions, and established operating procedures.
• Support the implementation and consistent application of standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Monitor production activities to promote efficiency and minimize non-maintenance downtime.
• Ensure production work meets established quality standards.
• Verify required production information is accurately recorded and reported.
• Monitor employee compliance with required personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety procedures.
• Lead and support 5S activities to maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work environment.
• Help develop operator capability and flexibility through training and cross-training.
• Serve as a liaison between production employees and the Shift Supervisor, communicating operational needs, concerns, and issues as appropriate.
• Model professional communication, teamwork, safety, and adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Assist the Shift Supervisor with production-related responsibilities as needed.
• Perform Machine Operator responsibilities and provide production coverage as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.