Operations Lead

POSITION SUMMARY:Directs and coordinates activities of all hourly employees during a shift in processing materials, repair and or manufacturing products (Coke) and/or steam, in an industrial organization by performing the following duties personally or through subordinates.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Ensure the safety of all personnel on shift / in the PlantThorough understanding of all Standard Operations ProceduresCommunicating with and be aware of all persons in the Plant and their whereaboutsContinuous upkeep and update on all safety proceduresFully comply and follow the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the unionSupervise Crew members, Senior Product Technicians and other hourly employeesPlans production operations, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products; including coordination of all activities necessary, per Turn, to ensure that batteries and all necessary Ovens are pushed and charged according to the Pushing ScheduleReport, investigate and communicate all accidents, incidences and problematic issues with the proper personnelPrepares operational and staffing schedules to coordinate manufacturing activities, including preparation of overtime schedules, to ensure production and quality of products meets specifications.Per Turn, completes and reviews production and operating reports and resolves operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.Directs the inspection machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization.Reviews and assures compliance to standard operational and working practices and observes workers to ensure compliance with standardsAbility to work the schedule required by a 24/7 Operations (8, 10, 0r 12 hour shifts)Engage the hourly workforce in a manner that discourages the need for third party representationTECHNICAL SKILLS:Basic Mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot bottlenecks, conveyor belts and loading/unloading of coke ovensFosters quality and safety focus in othersAbility to use a computer and make adjustments to payroll hoursProvides regular performance feedback to subordinates and develops subordinates skills/knowledge to encourage growthPrepare the Plant for the next Turn assuring readiness to be operationalAssuring crews are fully staffed and equipped to perform their functionsMaking the necessary adjustments to quickly respond to break insManaging overtime and calling people in to work overtime as needs requireOpen communication with customer in regards to production and coordinating efforts assuring smooth transition of the product (COKE)Acts as Operations Manager while on "Back" ShiftsAbility to coordinate cross functionally and externally to our partners and contractors as neededEDUCATION REQUIREMENTS / WORK EXPERIENCE:High School Diploma, Associates Degree PreferredMust have at least 5 years of supervisory experience, preferably in a Union environmentMust know how to operate heavy equipment and or industrial equipmentValid driver's license (for driving company vehicle on plant site)

Created: 2026-05-09