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Location: Ballina
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This is a Permanent Manufacturing Team Lead position on Continental Shift, 2 x 12 hour days followed by 2 x 12 hour nights (8 days rotation - 4 days on 4 days off) Managing a team of 15-20 Associates.
The Manufacturing Team Lead is a key role within the organization tasked with driving daily performance management at the shop floor level. This will be achieved by coaching, guiding and developing hourly Associates to drive improved results in the areas of Production, Safety, Quality, Service and Cost objectives compatible with Hollister’s Mission and Vision, through execution of Hollister Production System standards. This role is additionally responsible for implementing policies and corrective actions and advocating team growth within a team-based environment. Directly reports to the Manufacturing Supervisor.
Responsibilities:
Employee Relations
* Provide leadership to the team(s) under the incumbent’s shift & area of responsibility to coach and enable Associates to be successful in meeting or exceeding team goals in safety, quality, service & cost in an environment of continuous improvement, engaging Associates and using HPS infrastructure as the primary management system.
* Drive resolution of issues preventing the team to achieve daily targets by effectively managing relationships with support functions under appropriate sense of urgency.
* Where applicable conduct employee performance and development reviews, provide constructive feedback for performance improvements, personal development and conflict resolution.
* Support, model, and promote Hollister Cultural Beliefs and plant culture. Interpret and apply company policies in a consistent manner.
* Ensure Associates complete all appropriate training on time and that it is recorded.
* Spend at least 70% of the time on the manufacturing floor managing performance, coaching Associates, and confirming appropriate standards are being followed.
Engagement :
* Monitor and provide developmental coaching for Associates growing into leadership roles within the team.
* Monitor metrics that impact Team performance and address shortfalls in achieving goals and targets.
* Recognizeand reward Associates for achievements through use of approved programs.
* Ensure GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), requirements are maintained.
Production Oversight :
* Provide a safe work environment. Monitor safety conditions within the team, including incident reports, near misses and conduct accident investigations with root cause analysis.
* Assist in the improvement of critical KPI’s for the area under supervision. Review and propose machine production rate goals based on equipment performance and continuous improvement.
* Monitor hourly/daily/weeklyperformance (including efficiency/scrap reports); address issues as needed.
* Participate and facilitate Tier meetings.
* Respond to and facilitate effortsto address quality issues, including corrective and preventative actions within their direct area of responsibility.
* Ensure adherence to site quality compliance requirements.
* Ensure delivery schedule meets customer priorities; analyse machine capacity and staffing needs to meet demands.
Staffing and Resource Planning :
* Manage staffing levels to ensure plans are executed, maintain cross-training matrices.
* Assist Manufacturing Supervisor in identifying skills needed for each team (leadership, technical, experience, etc.)
* Interview and select candidates forteam positions.
* Other duties and tasks as assigned by the Manufacturing Supervisor
Essential Functions of the Role:
* Frequent movement over large manufacturing floor area
* Leadership experience in a team-based environment
* Public speaking requirements (team based)
* Effective communication and listening skills (both oral and written)
* Ability to travel
* Flexibility to work shifts
Work Experience Requirements:
* Minimum of 3 years experience in a medical device manufacturing facility.
* Proven experience and demonstrated track record in knowledge of the work, and of the job responsibilities.
Education Requirements:
* Holds or in pursuit of Level 7 Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field e.g., Supervisory Management or commitment to undertake a relevant course.
Specialized Skills/Technical Knowledge:
* Proficient computerskills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint and Excel).
* Excellent communication skills (oral and written).
* Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to build and maintain trust in a team environment.
* Critical Thinking and problem-solving techniques.
* Lean and Six Sigma knowledge & experience required.
Familiarity with manufacturing ERP systems and shop floor data acquisition
About Hollister Incorporated
Hollister Incorporated is an independent, employee-owned company that develops, manufactures and markets healthcare products worldwide. The company spearheads the advancement of innovative products for ostomy care, continence care and critical care, and also creates educational support materials for patients and healthcare professionals. Headquartered in Libertyville, Illinois, Hollister has manufacturing and distribution centers on three continents and sells in nearly 80 countries. Hollister is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Firm of John Dickinson Schneider, Inc., and is guided both by its Mission to make life more rewarding and dignified for people who use our products and services, as well as its Vision to grow and prosper as an independent, employee-owned company, and in the process, to become better human beings.
EOE Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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