Since 1892, OPW customers have been able to count on us to revolutionize fluid-handling operations around the world. As a global leader in fluid-handling solutions, the mission of OPW is to be a developer of a comprehensive array of innovative fluid-handling solutions that our customers can consistently and reliably count on. These include loading and unloading systems for high-value hazardous and non-hazardous bulk products; railcar and transport tank-truck valves, gauging devices and tank-monitoring systems; automated storage-terminal controls and systems; and regulators, fittings, valves, vaporizers, vacuum-jacketed piping and gas-handling systems for the safe handling and distribution of cryogenics and industrial gases. OPW also creates and manufactures touch-free and soft-touch vehicle wash systems, entry systems and wash chemicals. OPW has more than 2,000 employees with manufacturing operations in North America, Europe and China, and sales offices around the world. OPW is part of the Clean Energy & Fueling segment of Dover (NYSE: DOV).
This position is onsite, based in our Elon assembly facility, and the base schedule is Monday through Thursday 5:00 am to 3:00 pm, requires the ability to work overtime as needed. Bilingual English and Spanish speaking skills preferred.
SCOPE:
The Team Lead is responsible for supervising a diverse team, ensuring the efficient and high quality production of products. This includes monitoring work progress, training employees, and communicating production goals and procedure changes. We are looking for individuals with a strong understanding of the assembly process and prior experience in a Team Lead role. In addition, Team Lead II’s must have high attention to detail, the ability to communicate effectively, skill in critical thinking and problem-solving, and a strong focus on quality and efficiency.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead safety toolbox talks, participate in monthly plant safety meetings, & 6S Kaizen events.
- Perform in process layered audits to ensure procedures are being followed and documentation is being completed thoroughly.
- Maintain LDM boards with correct data, owners, and actions.
- Update hour by hour boards to demonstrate team performance and work order status.
- Review and execute work-center schedules for on-time delivery.
- Coordinate with Maintenance department to ensure machine uptime status is optimized.
- Assign daily tasks & duties to operators.
- Manage rework and scrap process.
- Maintain accurate inventory data on all components counted for scrap, excess, etc.
- Maintain FIFO and WIP lanes.
- Lead and participate in kaizen events aimed to eliminate waste and to increase productivity.
- Work with training coordinator to develop team members.
CRITICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Emotional intelligence - The ability to understand and manage your own emotions and those of your team members. This helps you navigate team dynamics, make decisions, and build relationships.
- Adaptability - The ability to adapt to different situations and influence your team.
- Conflict resolution - The ability to identify and manage different types of workplace conflict.
- Problem solving - The ability to tackle problems with a can-do attitude, think strategically, and provide concrete solutions.
- Interpersonal communication - The ability to interact with and influence others respectfully through verbal and nonverbal communication.
- Leadership - The ability to guide a diverse team, both individually and collectively, to achieve objectives in a manner that adheres to our Dover Values.
- Delegation - The ability to delegate tasks to your team members in a way that helps them grow, facilitates teamwork, and leads to better decision-making.
- Integrity - The ability to do the right thing, even when no one is watching. This can help set the tone for your entire team.
EDUCATION AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Required:
- Associates degree in related field or equivalent experience
- Must demonstrate integrity in all aspects of performance.
- Ability to perform work in a safe manner.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time (up to 10 hours).
- Skill in critical thinking or using logic and reasoning to identify the strength and weaknesses of alternative solutions or approaches to problems.
- Skill in problem detection and solving or recognizing when something is wrong, or likely to go wrong, and using critical thinking to execute a solution.
- High attention-to-detail, including the ability to accurately follow instructions and execute production.
- Ability to manage a diverse group of people.
- Ability to disseminate information thoroughly and accurately to a multilingual population.
- At least 1-3 years of leadershp experience as a team lead or a similar role.
We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.
Benefits: Our total rewards package for eligible team members also includes: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.
Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact opwaccommodations@acmecryo.com for assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.
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