Technical Team Leader 2 - Mobile Bottling

Technical Team Leader 2 - Mobile Bottling Responsible for individual and team development, quality performance, cost parameters, and service to customers (internal and external). Responsible for a team of individuals with varying levels of experience and education. Uses in-depth training in manufacturing, distribution, or supply chain processes, and leads team members through resolving problems and improving performance. Has broad influence on the organization both cross-shift and cross-functionally in helping to manage the business and drive improved performance. Provides technical expertise and knowledge. Provides recommendations to management regarding future technology direction based upon technical expertise, knowledge and industry trends and standards. Recommends and implements new technology to maintain a "state of the art" facility. Assumes responsibility for the proper operation, adjustments, repairs, lubrications, preventive maintenance, and changeovers required on production equipment or plant facilities. Solves practical problems and deals with a variety of variables in situations where limited standardization exists. Recommends, implements, and monitors maintenance programs and procedures. Independently investigates, analyzes causes of equipment failure, and takes the necessary corrective action. Manages and oversees large, long range, or multiple projects. Participates in the review of new complex production jobs. Participates in the research, review, and implementation of new raw materials. Interprets advances in technology and adopts systems which are both effective and efficient. Develops policies, practices and standards which facilitate and enhance the use of technology. Works closely with engineering in the development and application of new equipment to increase production quality, efficiency or volume. Communicates and interprets overall organizational directives and applies them to Team and individual objectives. Acts as liaison, representing the Team in general, interfacing and influencing other functions in the organization. Manages or provides input to management regarding individual team member performance, training and development. Directly supervises and oversees the day-to-day operations of a group of employees to assure a smooth workflow; develops team to solve own day-to-day operational issues. Plans the overall operations of one or more areas or units and ensures achievement of goals and objectives either directly or through subordinate staff. Organizes and facilitates work team meetings. Initiates and implements projects with a short- to mid-term focus. Participates in the design of formal training programs. Designs and conducts presentations and formal training programs for audiences of varying levels of sophistication. Ensures a safe working environment; conduct safety programs. Ensures GMP.Monitors and ensures achievement of goals, objectives, and timelines. Continuously improves and achieves or surpasses budget results with respect to waste, efficiencies, speed, quality, downtime, cost and other performance measures. Directs and coordinates process improvement activities and projects to ensure project progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget. Develops, interprets and ensures the consistent application of organization policies. Develops or approves recommendations to change systems, policies and procedures; ensures timely and accurate implementation. Establishes deadlines. Works cross-functionally to improve processes within the organization. Assigns, monitors and review the progress and accuracy of assigned work. Estimates personnel needs and ensures adequate staffing in order to meet pre-established completion dates and production demands. Must maintain satisfactory attendance, to include timeliness. Responsible for understanding and complying with applicable quality, environmental and safety regulatory considerations. If accountable for the work of others, responsible for ensuring their understanding and compliance. This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Responsible for training and development of subordinate staff. Conducts performance evaluations; recommends salary adjustments; schedules and approves overtime; takes disciplinary action, as necessary; addresses complaints and resolves issues. High school diploma or GED.Bachelor's degree plus 5 years Operations experience; or 9 years of Operations experience. Valid driver's license and acceptable DMV record. Experience with MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint at an intermediate level. Required to work an off-shift (swing or graveyard), when necessary. Previous supervisory experience.