Production Line Lead - RAM WINDOWS

Job Title: Production Line Lead

Industry: Manufacturing and Distribution of Window & Doors

Compensation:

• Starting Rate: $20-$25 (depending on experience) 

Position Summary:

RAM Windows is looking for a Production Line Lead. The Production Line Lead performs frontline hands-on oversight/leadership functions and is responsible for safety, quality, line performance corrective action, associate relations, housekeeping as well as making recommendations to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product. The lead will direct, advise, and train manufacturing team members in accordance with established manufacturing policies and procedures to ensure production demands are met.  Ensures all activities are focused on quality, safety, productivity and environmental responsibility. In addition, this position will actively encourage and support concepts of associate involvement, continuous improvement, 5S, and lean manufacturing concepts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Facilitates the manufacture of building products to meet production demands, while ensuring quality, safety, and environmental responsibility.
• Provides technical leadership and training to shift personnel in areas that may include line setup/operation, testing, tooling, troubleshooting, machine metrics definition/reporting, changeover, safety procedures, record keeping, and training facilitation.
• Interrupt the normal flow of work to respond to any short notice production or shipping needs.
• Preform hands on training for operators.
• Ensure safety and quality policies are followed.
• Inspect/audit quality of products.
• Ensure productivity standards are met
• Ensure performance boards and documentation are up to date
• Assigns personnel to extrusion lines or production areas and oversees line or area rotations and break schedules during assigned shift(s) by maintaining a high degree of communication skills to accomplish seamless shift changes and troubleshooting progress.
• Completes or oversees completion of paperwork relative to line operation; operator logs, PM logs, audits, and corrective action.
• Controls materials to eliminate waste.
• Ensure correct materials/parts are brought to the line.
• Identifies and assists with implementations for continuous process improvement. Uses statistics or SPC to help better control the extrusion and/or production or assembly process.
• Provides coaching and counseling to associates and corrective action when needed, always following the company guidelines.
• *Other duties/tasks may be assigned

Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Bilingual English/Spanish highly preferred
• High school, GED or equivalent highly preferred
• Hands on manufacturing or assembly experience (Power or hand tools)
• Basic computer experience

Job-Related Specifications:

• Demonstrated judgment and decision-making ability
• Quality – demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness, looks for ways to improve efficiency
• Attendance and Punctuality – Report to work according to work schedule. Dependable and reliable is required
• Great Attitude – seeks to help and increase responsibilities
• Team player – works amicably with others

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions:

• Work primarily in an enclosed, indoor manufacturing environment; exposed to dust, heat, humidity, and cold weather conditions dependent on local weather conditions. Required to work in areas that are near moving mechanical parts.
• Physical stamina and dexterity including the ability to regularly stand and walk up to 8-10 hours a day, bend, stoop, kneel, climb, or squat.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 75 lbs. and 100 lbs. with some assistance.
• Frequently use of fingers and hands to handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms
• Have hand-eye coordination 
• Specific vision abilities include close-up and distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

[Please note this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice]

ABOUT THE COMPANY – RAM Windows & Doors

For over 30 years, RAM Windows & Doors has supported architects, builders and remodelers, commercial building contractors, developers and homeowners with the industry’s top windows and doors – and every custom package we deliver is equally designed and manufactured to create beautiful aesthetics, exceptional performance and long-lasting durability.

RAM is a Texas-based, leading manufacturer and distributor of high-quality windows and doors for both residential and light commercial construction. Our residential projects throughout Texas include custom, one-of-a-kind homes that typically range from $500,000 and up. Our light commercial projects can be found throughout the United States, and these types of buildings include hotels & hospitals, schools & dorms, government & civic projects, medical offices, worship centers, multi-family dwellings, restaurants, retail outlets and more.  EEO Statement RAM Industries, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status. A reasonable accommodation will be considered for qualified individuals with a disability if it does not create an undue hardship for the Company, consistent with the ADA as amended