SUMMARY

The Department Zone Lead plays a crucial role in overseeing and coordinating the production activities within a specific zone or area of the manufacturing facility. They are responsible for ensuring that production targets are met efficiently, while maintaining high-quality standards and a safe working environment. Being a Department Zone Lead requires a balance of technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and a commitment to safety and quality. The role is crucial for the smooth functioning of the manufacturing process and the achievement of production goals.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function.

• Coordinate and prioritize production activities within the designated zone.
• Ensure that production schedules are adhered to and that products are manufactured according to specifications and quality standards.
• Collaborate with other department leads to optimize overall production flow.
• Lead a team of production workers and operators within the zone.
• Provide guidance, training, and support to team members to enhance their skills and productivity.
• Encourage a positive and cooperative working atmosphere to foster team cohesion and morale.
• Implement and maintain quality control measures to ensure products meet the required quality standards.
• Perform required quality control testing, recording, and charting procedures, ensuring that nonconforming product is handled according to company policy and procedures.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify and address any quality issues or non-compliance.
• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture within the zone, ensuring all employees follow safety protocols and guidelines.
• Identify and address potential safety hazards promptly to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Oversee the proper functioning and maintenance of machinery and equipment in the zone. Coordinate with the maintenance department for repairs and maintenance tasks as needed.
• Continuously identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency enhancement.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles to optimize production processes.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of production activities, quality reports, and inventory levels.
• Prepare and present regular reports on production performance and key performance indicators (KPIs) to management.
• Participate in training programs to stay updated on manufacturing techniques, safety regulations, and industry best practices.
• Share knowledge and skills with team members to enhance their professional development.
• Adhere to established company values practices, policies, and procedures at all times. Follow and support compliance with all applicable safety rules, laws, regulations, and standards.
• Demonstrate regular and punctual attendance at the assigned work location.

The individual may be asked to perform other duties as requested.

An individual qualified for this job must be able to:

• Accurately multiply, divide, add, and subtract whole numbers to resolve practical problems.
• Operate a computer—PC proficiency; use spreadsheets and reporting software effectively.
• Wear/use required PPE (personal protective equipment).
• Understand written instruction and complete appropriate documentation as directed.
• Use a logical approach to troubleshooting issues and prioritizing production needs.
• Recognize problems when they occur and to work toward the solution of those problems.
• Pay attention to details and pursue quality in accomplishing work duties and tasks. Look for opportunities to reduce costs or increase productivity without reducing effectiveness.
• Handle challenges skillfully, thoroughly, and effectively.
• Effectively and professionally communicate with co-workers, team members, and internal or external customers. Present information clearly and accurately.
• Independently take advantage of opportunities to improve or increase skills, abilities, and job knowledge.
• Make sure that work is delivered on time and of high quality.
• Develop good work practices in order to get the job done.
• Use equipment, resources, and time in an efficient and effective manner.
• Use good judgment when making decisions.
• Perform work in a safe manner at all times.
• Work in a cooperative manner with management, co-workers, internal/external customers, and vendors.

Note: The job description provided above is a general overview of typical responsibilities and qualifications for a Department Zone Leader role. Actual duties may vary depending on the specific department and/or location.

An individual qualified for this job must have and maintain the following qualifications:

• Previous experience in a high-speed production environment, or any satisfactory combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the above duties.
• Supervisory or leadership experience is preferred.
• Experience with lean manufacturing practices is highly desirable.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the Essential Functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Remain in a stationary position when performing tasks.
• Regularly move about and transport products and materials weighing up to 50 pounds when lifting gallons of chemicals, boxes of labels, pallets, glue buckets, and essential materials as required in the packaging line process .
• Manipulate products on pallets, using force of up to 30 pounds.
• Position oneself to retrieve products or materials from ground level.
• Work effectively atop elevated workspaces up to 20 feet above ground level.
• Reach overhead to access buckets, labels, and boxes.
• Ascend/descend stairs/ladders.
• Operate, position, and use a wide variety of hand tools and equipment.
• Perceive the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels and have the ability to exchange detailed information.
• Move about the manufacturing facility to observe and effectively communicate with team members and perform job duties.

The environmental conditions described here are representative of those the associate encounters while performing the Essential Functions of the job.

• The individual in this position will be expected to work in a manufacturing plant environment, which may include being exposed to work in high/precarious places, moving machinery marked changes in temperature and humidity, and dust, odors, and fumes. Typical noise level is loud.