Filler Line Leader - Wellingborough, United Kingdom - Axalta Coating Systems

Axalta Coating Systems

Verified Company

Wellingborough, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

beBee Recruiter

Description

Job Description:
Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions.

We engineer technologies that protect customers' products - whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals - and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes.

We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.

We are currently looking for a Filling Line Leader (PM Shift) to join us at our facility in Wellingborough, UK.

The purpose is to manage filling lines and labor to meet planned volumes and targets in accordance with safety and quality standards.

Responsible for delivering manufacturing production performance targets by following agreed operating procedures and using continuous improvement methodologies to improve performance in terms of HSE, quality, cost, delivery and team development.

Principal Accountabilities:

Lead and operate automated and manual filling & packing equipment with an hourly check to ensure continued performance and setup
Setup/changeover production filling lines in an efficient and effective manner. This includes full clean downs that need to be completed effectively and efficiently in the planned time frame with prior planning and organising ahead of time
Record, monitor and calculate performance v target in terms of HSE, quality, OEE, staff and waste, using data to drive performance
Maintain an excellent standard of housekeeping
Communicate clearly, effectively and professionally at all times and at all levels, including manufacturing, ensuring line performance is maintained and utilise tools such as Radio and handover document
Provide sufficient cover during the break cycle
Ensure the components required for the next 4872hrs are ordered to arrive on time and allow adherence to plan
Escalate issues over 15 minutes to Management
Lead daily briefings, MDI boards Tier 1, feeding into Tier
Actively participate and take a lead role in safety, quality and continuous improvement activities
Provide support to team throughout where required
Have a sound knowledge of systems and procedures and carry out all work in a safe manner, reporting any issues via the appropriate system
Competent across leading all U-POL filling lines in order that he/she can rotate regularly, recording performance, against targets, maintaining standards and raising issues with team members to resolve efficiently
Challenges personal performance and develops own skills and supports the team to consistently strive for improved results
Demonstrate a good understanding of the business and where the supply chain and filling operation fits as part of the business strategy
A level qualification/NVQ level 2 (or equivalent) or 3 years' experience in leading filling/packing operations.
Ideally a qualification in Maths and English must be competent in numeracy to read and understand numbers, works orders, filling records, interpret and manipulate data where required.
Competency in interpreting data in business systems, entering key performance data and operating equipment with PLC's
Experience in chemical filling & packing industry
Excellent verbal communication and team work skills to work with colleagues to achieve individual and team targets
Desire to champion the company values
Good understanding of U-POL filling requirements components to QC tests to customer
Logical problem solving skills and the ability to lead problem solving activity

Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific.

Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year.

We've recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.

Our Company:
Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions.

We engineer technologies that protect customers' products - whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals - and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes.

Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehi