Lead Operator - 2nd Shift

Lead Operator - 2nd Shift

Company: Omega Plastics Inc

Primary Location: 24401 Capital Blvd, Clinton Township, MI 48036 USA

Workplace Type: On-site

Employment Type: Hourly | Full-Time

Function: Manufacturing Production / Distribution

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Position Summary

The Lead Operator supports the
supervisor in the production area. This role includes monitoring productivity
issues, troubleshooting equipment and process issues along with training and
guiding machine operators. The Lead Operator is also expected to perform all
standard Machine Operator duties as needed.

This position is for 2nd Shift with hours of 3:30pm-12:00am, Monday-Friday with some Saturdays.

Specific
Responsibilities

• Uphold and communicate the purpose, principles, and vision of Omega Plastics and TriMas
• Ensures compliance with policies, procedures, safety, and regulatory requirements
• Oversees workflow, including people, materials, and products, to meet production schedules
• Supports training and helps troubleshoot issues
• Collaborates with internal teams to resolve problems
• Acts as the subject matter expert for the production line and supports projects as needed
• Manages required paperwork for line startup and shutdown
• Coordinates break schedules and supports machine operation during breaks
• Other tasks as assigned by immediate supervisor and/or manager.

Top Accountabilities

• Ensure that all Operators are trained
• Must be able to detect defects in molded components
• Promote a positive, productive work environment
  and lead by example

On-Site: This role is required to be on-site 5-6 days at the Clinton Township, MI location.

Qualifications

• Previous plastic injection molding or manufacturing experience required
• Previous experience working in an ISO controlled environment preferred
• Ability to comprehend and follow visual, written, and verbal instructions
• Ability to communicate well and work with a team

Compensation

The expected pay range for this position is $20-$22/hour. This shift qualifies for a shift premium.

Benefits

Benefit offerings include Medical Insurance and Prescription Drugs, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability Insurance (for eligible employees), Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Paid Time Off (may include vacation and sick time), Retirement Program, and Other Voluntary Benefits.