Job Title: Lead Setter
Reports To: General Production Manager
Direct Reports: Machine Setters / Tool Slingers
Main Purpose of Role:
The lead setter will be responsible for overseeing and carrying out efficient machine setups and tool changes whilst optimizing the machines for maximum efficiency, quality and output. You will lead a small team of setters and tool slingers acting as key point of contact on shift, ensuring compliance with health and safety and production targets.
Main List of Activities
* Attend and have an active input into the daily production meeting
* Make sure the machines are running to the required cycle times
* Timely reporting of machine breakdowns / faults to the General Production Manager/Planner
* Lead and mentor a team of setters, tool slingers and apprentices through allocation of daily tasks
* Monitor performance and implement training and development plans
* Work with General Production Manager to introduce good working practices
* Follow the production plan and make sure if any changes are made the reasons are logged
* To ensure that clear instruction and directions are given to the team
* Accurate and detailed recording of reasons for downtime
* Ensure scrap is removed by the correct method / procedure
* Ensure the teams' adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations including PPE requirements
* Ensure a safe, clean and tidy work environment is consistently maintained
* To ensure that fair and firm discipline is maintained and that the company discipline and grievance procedure is adhered to
* Complete instructions set by the General Production Manager
**This list is not exhaustive, and the lead setter may be required to undertake additional duties in line with the needs of the business. **
Skills Required
* ability to think on your feet; analytical in your approach
* ability to grasp concepts easily, act decisively with a proactive hands-on approach
* strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
* strong communication and leadership skills
* good time management and organisational skills;
* accountable for actions and the team
* ability to work under pressure and meet production targets
* Good mechanical and engineering knowledge – 4/5 years' experience as a setter (plastic injection moulding industry ideally).
* Experience leading or mentoring a team with a working knowledge of discipline, performance management and grievance procedures.
Desirable Qualifications (Not necessary).
* Relevant degree - Engineering/Manufacturing or related area
* Business Improvement Techniques L3
* S/NVQ in Performing Manufacturing Operations L2
* S/NVQ in Performing Engineering Operations L2
* S/NVQ in Performing Engineering Operations L2 OR
Engineering Apprenticeship to include a L2 S/NVQ (e.g. Materials Processing and Finishing) and a L2 'Technical Certificate' (e.g. Progression Award in Production Engineering: Composites) AND
Related Job Experience
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Store discount
* Work from home
Experience:
* Setting: 5 years (required)
Work Location: In person