Cutting Department Team Lead Back-Up
Columbia Forest Group

Job Info

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Essential Job Duties

Attention to the safety consciousness among all team members to ensure safety remains a front and center concern for all team members at all times.

• Assigning and directing work of all team members to insure safe and affective execution of production plans.
• Training and development of each team member in standardized work for each position using Job-Instruction-Training methods.
• Leadership in front line operation of a lean Daily Management System (DMS)
• Monitoring of the performance of each team member with strong coaching and counseling.
• Identification of opportunities for continuous improvement along with constructive support for internally and externally lead improvement initiatives.
• Effective worksite communication and active listening skills.
• Consistently demonstrates respect and courtesy toward all co-workers
• Positive and professional demeanor with a can-do attitude
• Understanding of lean tools and techniques
• Team player eager to collaborate with others in the value stream in order to achieve the best overall performance of the operation.
• Focuses on proactive rather than reactive actions and firefighting.
• A self-starter.
• Must be able to take it upon themselves to learn other jobs in the Cutting department.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Will be exposed to different temperatures.

Climb/stand/walk, 8-9 hours per day.

Bend/stoop throughout the shift frequently.

Lift/carry up to 50 lbs. occasionally.

Kneel/crouch throughout the shift occasionally.

Push/pull up to 50 lbs. occasionally.

Qualification and Educational Requirements

One year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. High School diploma and/or GED.

Preferred Skills

Must possess good communication skills.

Must have mechanical ability and background.

Must have experience operating industrial equipment.

PPE Requirements

• Safety glasses
• Safety shoes
• Gloves
• Hearing protection

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually high. Temperature varies. Work is fast paced.

Columbia Forest Products is North America’s largest manufacturer of hardwood plywood and hardwood veneer products. Columbia’s decorative interior veneers and panels are used in high-end cabinetry, fine furniture, architectural millwork and commercial fixtures.?

Columbia Forest Products is an employee owned company that has a wide array of benefits: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401K, Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance. Our company stands out because of our commitment to our employees. In fact, we have a CFP Foundation dedicated to helping our employees, employees families and the local community.

Our Core Values we take pride in: Customer Service Above all Else, We Are Family, Share the Success and Absolute Integrity. If these are core values that you represent, please take the time to apply online for this rewarding career with Columbia Forest Products.

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