Paint Lead (West Bend) 1st Shift

Paint Lead Reporting to the Paint Supervisor, the Paint Lead is primarily responsible for assisting the Supervisor in overseeing the Paint Line(s). This person may perform all aspects of the Powder / Wet Paint Line, as well as give instruction to the Technicians assigned to the lines. This role is responsible for acting as a good role model for the rest of the development and for keeping the department organized and clean.Responsibilities Paint Technician Lead will assist the Supervisor in directing and assisting in the work activities of Paint Line Technicians.Work with the Paint Technicians to ensure the parts are racked correctly and schedule is being followed and on-time.Will coordinate orders with material handling and work with Production Control to assure orders are ready for assembly.Provide input on schedule to ensure maximum efficiency and on time delivery is met.Keep informed of any changes and new procedures throughout the day to stay on schedule.Communicate information, assisting in resolving problems and support continuous improvement initiatives.Monitor all equipment, pre-treatment, conveyors, wastewater treatment, cure ovens and assist powder room coordinator with trouble shooting application equipment.Monitor all supplies within the department. Report shortages to the department supervisor.Must be familiar with all Company's policies on quality in relationship to packaging.Assist with cost savings, continuous improvements and more efficient ways to run the paint operations.Follow all company rules, policies and regulations.Ensure compliance with corporate and plant safety standards.Other duties as assigned.Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Minimum QualificationsMust have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate with management and peers openly.Ability to efficiently assist in leading a team and coordinate work with other departments.Aptitude to take orders and execute the same efficiently.Knowledge of Basic Print reading and torque values.Know when to escalate issues that require additional technical or leadership support.Basic Computer knowledge.High school degree, diploma or a GED equivalent qualification from an accredited institution.Demonstrated detail orientation, self-motivation skills and ability to multi-task.Preferred QualificationsPrevious experience working within a highly technical environment.Strong basic math skills.Previous experience working within a powder paint department.Previous forklift experience.Exposure to a Lean manufacturing environment.General understanding of Metric and Standard systems.Associates degree in related technical field preferred.Prior lead experience, preferably in a painting process department or a powder coat paint department.Microsoft Office skills. Ideal candidate would also have SAP experience.Certification in Waste Water treatment process.Job Expectations Equipment Operated :Physical DemandsPhysical Activity:ActivityN/AOccasionallyFrequentlyRegularlyAverage lbs.Lift/CarryX25 lbs routinely, 55 lbs occasionallyPush/PullX25 lbs routinely, 55 lbs occasionallyReach OverheadXComments:ClimbXSquat/Bend/KneelXSitXStandXWalk/Move AboutOccasional: 1-2 hrs/shift Frequently 2-5 hrs/shift Regularly 5-8 hrs/shiftWork EnvironmentRegularly exposed to varying temperature conditions between 60-100 degrees Fahrenheit, loud noise, moving machinery parts, airborne particles, and fumes from production equipment.