Converting Lead

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Train and cross-train crews on machines. Ensure that necessary tools and materials are available
for crews to accomplish tasks. Oversee crews and ensure that they are reliable, dependable, on-
time. Ensure that there is cooperation among crew members. Maintain and improve morale and
make sure that they work as a team. Address questions, concerns, and problems expressed by the
crew. Train crew members about the importance of running efficiently. Communicate with crew
members regarding performance. Coordinate with your supervisor and Maintenance Manager on
any repairs or preventive maintenance done in the department. Communicate with necessary
supervision to avoid problems between shift changes. Implement, maintain, and support all
company policies and procedures, including safety and good housekeeping. Operate or assist
with operating machines when needed. Additional duties may be assigned by the management.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Directly supervises all employees assigned to the department. Carries out Production Lead
responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws.
Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; conflict
resolution; team building; coaching and leading employees to improve; addressing complaints
and resolving problems; documentation; and setting an example of superior behavior, attitude
and performance.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or GED. One to three years minimum Machine Operator experience.
LANGUAGE SKILLS Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and
maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and
correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of
organization. Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy. Able to calculate figures and amounts such
as percentages, measurement, volume and rate. Able to apply concepts of high school math.

REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral,
or graphic form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in
standardized situations.

TECHNICAL SKILLS
The individual must have a working knowledge of the following: Equipment design and
capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation. Able to operate efficiently and
effectively the converting machines, also supports the supervisors role of teacher and trainer for
his/her personnel. Cost issues in order to make daily decisions that will reduce overall costs and
will help the supervisor find areas that require improvement. Quality and Food Safety standards.

Regulatory requirements including but not limited to wage and hour requirements, environmental
and waste minimization, company policies, and personnel requirements including OSHA and
EEO. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS May be required to maintain a current

Lift Truck Operator License.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. While performing the duties of this
job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee frequently
is required to use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel,
crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision,
distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the 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 high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and vibration. The noise level in
the work environment is usually loud.

LEADERSHIP ATTRIBUTES
The individual must possess the following: Superior time management skills including the ability
to manage multiple issues concurrently and the ability to lead an effective and efficient meeting.
Teaching skills in order to function effectively as a teacher for his personnel both in the technical
and administrative parts of the position. Excellent crisis manager who demonstrates that he/she
has a high emotional control under adverse conditions and can lead his/her personnel to a
successful resolution. Excellent employee relations skills including being an active listener,
understanding how to appraise personnel, applying both positive and corrective feedback, being
able to resolve conflicts either involving the supervisor directly or as a third party, understands
and demonstrates positive motivational skills including coaching and delegation techniques.
Demonstrated confidence including providing a consistent leadership style with an acceptable
level of professional assertiveness.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Perks of Pratt?

• Insurance benefits and wellness reimbursement program within ONE MONTH of hire
• Paid holidays from Day 1
• 3 Months: 401(k) with match
• 6 Months: PAID vacation days
• 12 Months: FULL tuition reimbursement and PAID childbearing and parenting leave