Unit Coolers Lead at RAE Corporation

Pryor Creek, Oklahoma, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Effective Communication Skills, Good Listening Skills, Ability to Read Drawings, Basic Mathematical Skills, Good People Skills, Coaching, Training, Mentoring, Performance Management, Safety Compliance, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Time Management, Attention to Detail, Customer Focus, Equipment Maintenance

Industry

HVAC and Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing

Description

SUMMARY OF POSITION The Unit Cooler lead assists the Plant Manager by overseeing the day-to-day activities of the Unit Cooler department, coordinating with other departments, and ensuring on-time completion of Unit Coolers based on company priority. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. * Read, understand and enforce safety programs and policies of RAE Corporation. Lead by example by committing to safe work practices, coach and correct unsafe behaviors, correct safety hazards, and respond to employee concerns regarding hazards in their work area. Understand company obligations under the OSHA Act and comply with OSHA CFR 1910 regulations. * Read, understand and enforce company policies. Communicate company expectations to department employees. Provide feedback to employees regarding company policies as needed and keep supervisor informed of employee policy issues. * Report injuries to EHS manager timely. Work with EHS manager in correcting hazards, coordinating time off following work injuries, and offer transitional duty to employees with work restrictions. * Conduct interviews and assess candidates. Make hire recommendations to management. * Manage performance by providing ongoing feedback in coaching to employees, communicating department goals, recognizing and confronting performance issues within the team, and participating in annual performance reviews. * Coordinate training programs for new hires and ensure new employees receive training, resources, and feedback needed to become valuable team members. * Attend leadership and safety training as required. * Use a work schedule, and know where his/her department is on the production schedule at all times * Be customer focused cooperating with other departments so that RAE Corporation's customers receive the product & service requested. * Project a positive attitude sets an excellent example for his/her people and keeps them productive at all times. * Advise maintenance of equipment or building repairs needed. * Oversee regular housekeeping of department. * Enforce Manufacturing Instruction. * Communicate company plans, goals, and the importance of each employee's contributions to obtaining these goals. * Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. * Serves as the "go-to" person for most day-to-day business. * Coach, train, mentor, and informally counsel and provide ongoing feedback to coworkers to optimize job performance. * Coach, train, mentor, and informally counsel and provide ongoing feedback to coworkers on safe work practices. * Make recommendations and give feedback on various operational matters, including input on employee performance reviews. * Help facilitate informal resolution of issues in their areas, such as conflicts or disagreements with/between coworkers. * Performs all job functions within his/her area of responsibility as needed. * Keeps accurate records of completions and scrapped work. * Train employees in procedures and work methods. * Monitor production hours. * Monitor quality according to quality assurance procedures and processes. * Ensures manufacturing instructions are followed. * Contribute to team effort by working with others and accomplishing related functions as needed. * Complete any task as assigned by the supervisor as needed. * Comply with government regulations, laws, company policies, and company procedures. * Work overtime as necessary. * Attend work as required. * Arrive for work on time. * Charge time accurately in time and attendance system on the computer to ensure accurate labor distribution and payroll. * Follow manufacturing instructions, work independently without constant supervision, be self-motivated, and complete job assignments on time. * Care for tools and equipment. Advise maintenance of equipment that is not working correctly. * Clean work area as required. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education & Experience: A high school level of education is preferred for this position to continue upward advancement in the Company. The employee must be able to understand directions from superiors, welding experience preferred. Skills: Effective communications skills, good listening skills, ability to read and comprehend drawings and written instructions, basic mathematical skills, ability to control operations of equipment or system, monitoring/assessing performance of yourself, other individuals or organization to make improvements or take corrective action, good people skills to work in teams with others in the organization. Certificates, Licenses, or training: on-site training, forklift license INTERACTION WITH OTHERS Answers to QC & QA Supervisor. Must be able to accurately receive, understand and follow instructions from supervisor/lead. The employee must be able to work with all employees of the RAE team and show a spirit of cooperation with others in the organization. To accomplish this teamwork, the employee must get along well with coworkers and be willing to ask and answer questions as needed. WORKING ENVIRONMENT Work is performed in an industrial production area for a manufacturer of refrigeration and HVAC equipment. The employee is constantly exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles. The noise level in the work environment is high in some areas. Exposed to extreme temperatures in both winter and summer. Possible stress caused by the pressure of meeting deadlines and product quality standards. Seasonal variations in hours worked based on production demands. TOOLS & EQUIPMENT USED Bolt Tighteners Gas Torch Hand Tools Power Tools Drill Bench Grinder Overhead Crane Forklift Air Ratchet Wire Stripper Wire Cutter Pipe Cutter Safety Glasses Gloves Computer Earplugs (when required) PHYSICAL DEMANDS Physical Demands Lift/Carry Stand C Walk F Sit O Handling / Fingering F Reach Outward O Reach Above Shoulder O Climb N Crawl O Squat or Kneel F Bend O Twist O 10 lbs or less F 11-20 lbs F 21-50 lbs O 51-100 lbs* O Over 100 lbs* O Push/Pull 12 lbs or less F 13-25 lbs F 26-50 lbs F 51-100 lbs* O +100 lbs* O *Evaluate if assistance is needed N (Not Applicable) Activity does not apply to this occupation. O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day) F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day) C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day) Other Physical Requirements: Sustained use of eyesight for functions such as visual inspection, reading, measuring, and operating hand tools, along with the ability to see objects and detect motion at wide angles (peripheral vision) to maintain employee safety, ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (i.e., safety glasses, hearing protection) The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment. The Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate. RAE Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer EEO/AA M/F/V/D

Responsibilities

The Unit Cooler Lead oversees daily activities in the Unit Cooler department, ensuring timely completion of tasks and compliance with safety and company policies. They also manage employee performance, conduct training, and facilitate communication between departments.