Lead Person B

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TOTO is one of the world's largest plumbing products manufacturers. We offer a complete line of residential and commercial plumbing fixtures and fittings, faucets, accessories, shower and flush valves, as well as lavatories, toilets, air baths and urinals. More than 1,500 TOTO engineers and their colleagues are committed to achieving the seamless integration of performance, conservation, technology, and innovation.

Perks of the job Excellent benefit package which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Paid vacation, Paid Holiday & 401K, Company match after (1) one year that vests immediately upon participation Collaborative, dynamic work environment within a fast-paced awesome company MAJOR FUNCTION: To guide Warehouse associates in daily operations dealing with one or all of the following functions (depending on department): pulling of orders, product put away, maintaining “easy count” inventory status, inventory accuracy, incoming quality inspections, packaging and boxing of product, sub assembly/semi-finished goods parts production, and finished goods parts production within the Fairburn Assembly Plant.

Facilitates positive communication with associates while disseminating daily work functions in accordance with daily priorities, warehouse, inspection, and production schedules. Continually evaluates all operations of all departmental activities for opportunities for improvement in the areas of: quality, accuracy, efficiency, safety, and overall job performance.

The Team Lead B works closely with Supervisor to train other associates in warehouse procedures, functions, and activities. Maintains all ISO standards. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT: May include, but not limited to: PIT (gas or electric), banding tools, pallet jacks, both hand held and lift mounted scanners,, hammers, crowbars, bolt cutters, shrink wrapping equipment, measuring devices, precision measuring devices, calibrated inspection jigs, basic hand tools such as: ratchets/sockets, torque wrench, adjustable wrench, box cutters, cardboard tape guns, latex and/or cotton knit gloves, calculators, hand held radios, computers, and printers.

PIT may be Sit down, Reach, order picker, sweeper, walk behind, platform, stock chaser, and/or other PIT as assigned. MATERIALS: May include, but not limited to: Contact with: ABS plastic parts, silicone rubber parts, brass and stainless steel parts, cardboard boxes, wooden pallets, adhesive labels, vitreous china products.

Contact with oil lubricant/preservative as well as powder mold release/preservative on vendor parts. Utilizes Windex, alcohol, acetone, Loctite, silicone oil, silicone grease and adhesive remover such as Goof Off.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists supervisor in overseeing and guiding associates while insuring consistency within the facility. Maintains inventory accuracy and integrity at all times. Follows all facility policies and procedures, including, but not limited to the employee handbook. Meets daily with associates to insure inventory practices are being followed.

Works with supervisor to balance work load, and trouble shoot any issues with processes within the facility. Meets daily with assigned assemblers to disseminate work and work direction. Disseminates work assignments based on prioritized list of requirements. Prepares work load for following shift/day. Assures: daily production or inspection schedule achievement, timely completion of orders (per departmental requirements).

Assures timely delivery of orders, and that all receiving processes are being followed prior to product put away (per departmental requirements). Monitors progress in assigned area and makes corrections as necessary to resolve lagging productivity. Production/inspection catch up schedules need to be determined and discussed within 4 hours of falling behind on original production/inspection schedule(s).

Advises supervisor immediately of any situation that interrupts or prevents associate from achieving optimum efficiency, or achievement of production/inspection schedule. Solicits and recommends ideas from team members for improved quality, accuracy, and productivity. Participates in team meetings, assists in all inventory related activities.

Leads and facilitates continuous improvement and cost reduction initiative program projects for assigned area as well as plant wide. Must locate, read, understand, and follow SOP’s, SIP’s, and/or Wo’s with proficiency. Fills in on needed positions due to absenteeism. Maintains and verifies inventory initiatives (Counter Friendly Initiative) to prepare areas for inventory at end of the year.

Maintains and verifies records/documentation related to quality, work in progress, test results, and special projects for accuracy and schedule satisfaction (SIP, SOP). Assist in training of all new associates of all facility operations, policies and procedures. May be asked to serve as a safety committee member and helps monitor safety and 5s in warehouse activities.

Proposes recommendation and/or disciplinary action to supervisor as needed. Maintains good housekeeping practices (safe, neat, and orderly work area per 5S program), follows all safety rules and abides by all applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Follows and supports ISO related activities, and encourages other associates to follow ISO recommendations.

Housekeeping needs to be reviewed and approved by lead before associates can leave for the day. Administrative duties may include, but are not limited to: managing emails, maintaining hard copy production/inspection schedules for each line/station, and meeting daily with production/inspection scheduler to report daily production (per departmental requirement).

Communicate with supporting departments to ensure that all production/inspection schedules are current. Maintains a positive and constructive work environment and consistently leads by example with integrity, proficiency, and excellence. Works diligently, requiring very limited supervision. Performs other duties as assigned.

Participate in continuous improvement program for assigned area as well as plant wide.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Team Lead B must have a high school diploma, GED or equivalent with a three to five years’ experience in department. Must possess skills and desire to train other associates to be proficient in all area operations and functions. This training includes, but is not limited to: Operator B, Operator A, Sr. Operator B, and Sr.

Operator A. Must possess advanced mathematical and measurement skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and understand fractions and decimals). Show proficiency in the ability to read and comprehend basic written instructions and procedures. Must have communication and interpersonal skills to interact professionally and constructively with coworkers to enhance teamwork, and foster positive working relationships.

Must display strong organizational skills, and be detail oriented with the ability to work independently requiring minimal supervision. Must be able to safely operate all powered industrial trucks in warehouse, and has demonstrated high levels of proficiency with scanning tools, and or computers (per departmental requirement).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly required to stand, use hands to finger, handle, twist or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Frequently required to walk; stoop, kneel or crouch; and speak or listen. Occasionally required to sit. Lifting as required in job and SOP/SIP. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Spend time on manufacturing floor with moderate noise levels and where appropriate the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to, hearing protection and safety shoes.

Repetitive bending/pulling. Repetitive movements of fingers, hands, wrists and arms. Ability to lift fifty pounds repeatedly. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment consists of an indoor manufacturing facility with limited heat in winter, not air conditioned in summer. Summer heat is moderate. Minor exposure to odors from lubricants/preservatives as well as fumes from gas operated lift trucks. Moderate noise levels are present. Job requires the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) that may include, but not limited to; protective gloves, ear plugs, safety glasses, protective sleeves, and safety shoes.

Minimal possibility of accidents of a minor nature requiring first aid. TOTO USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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