Requirements for Team Leaders in Factory Workshop Site Management
2024-11-28
I. The Six Key Tasks of Team Leaders in On-Site Management
Generally speaking, the key areas that need on-site management include production efficiency, cost reduction, manufacturing safety, staff training, improvement initiatives, 5S practices, enhancing employees' job skills, quality control, and minimizing line stoppages—these can be summarized into the following six major tasks.
1. Employee Incentives
Boost employees' sense of belonging and maintain high morale.
2. Job Control
Develop a comprehensive work plan and implement effective working methods.
3. Quality Control
Control work quality, implement autonomous quality assurance standards, and strive for zero-defect requirements.
4. Equipment Maintenance
Operate the equipment correctly to maintain zero defects in production operations.
5. Safe Operation
Take necessary measures to ensure the safety of personnel and products.
6. Cost Control
Save materials, eliminate waste, and reduce costs.
Key Takeaways
The site is where enterprises carry out value-added activities such as production, sales, and research & development.
On-site management refers to the rational allocation and optimized combination of all elements involved in the production process, aimed at effectively achieving a company's business objectives. By integrating these elements seamlessly, it ensures high-quality outcomes, reliable delivery schedules, low costs, and products that align perfectly with market demands—ultimately enabling comprehensive, integrated management.
II. Responsibilities of Team Leaders in On-Site Management
1. Production Control
(1) Execute the monthly production plan
① Arrange personnel to ensure smooth production.
② Training and assisting operational staff in their tasks.
(2) Prepare daily production activities
① Inspect machinery, equipment, tools, parts, and materials.
② Perform the work tasks assigned by the supervisor.
③ Start the machine and confirm that it’s functioning properly.
(3) Follow up on assignments
① Investigate the cause of the anomaly.
② Report to your supervisor.
③ Implement temporary measures.
④ Design permanent solutions.
⑤ Assist the supervisor as instructed.
(4) Post-Assignment Tasks
① Prepare for the next shift. If any abnormalities are detected, notify the personnel on the next shift.
② Ensure that every switch within your jurisdiction is in the "off" position.
③ Prepare the team daily report.
(5) Handling Line Stop Incidents
① Investigate external line stoppage incidents.
② Investigate internal line-stop incidents.
③ Identify the cause and implement countermeasures.
(6) Preparing the new product for production line integration
① Assist the supervisor.
② Learn the production processes for new products and guide operators to perform tasks correctly.
2. Cost Control
(1) A Plan for Cost Improvement
① Submit verbal feedback and propose an improvement plan to your supervisor.
② Prepare and present the timeline for the "Cost Reduction Plan."
③ Coordinate various improvement activities within the organization and request assistance for additional improvement initiatives (such as new tools, etc.).
④ Monitor and follow up on the progress of the "Cost Reduction Schedule."
(2) Reducing labor costs
① Propose ideas and assist your supervisor in implementing measures to reduce labor costs.
② Monitor monthly workforce reduction initiatives and follow up on their progress.
③ If the goal is not achieved, it’s necessary to analyze the reasons and take appropriate action.
(3) Reduce direct costs
① Record the consumption of raw materials and materials.
② Investigate the real reasons behind the increased usage of raw materials and materials, along with corresponding countermeasures.
③ Monitor the difference between actual and planned consumption of raw materials and materials.
④ Submit a proposal outlining the reasons for exceeding the originally planned consumption and the corresponding measures taken.
(4) Conserve energy
① Check for any leaks—such as in air pressure, water supply, etc.—and take measures to stop them.
② After making a decision, determine whether to handle it yourself or seek assistance from others.
③ Ensure that operators turn off the power supply promptly after finishing using the equipment.
(5) Daily Improvement Tasks
① Improved readiness.
② Prepare activities to oversee and improve labor efficiency.
③ Provide instructions for improvement activities based on the situation of the issue.
④ Assist the supervisor in guiding team members to improve their work.
(6) Other
① Hold a meeting with team members to discuss the achievements in cost reduction.
② Seize every opportunity to strengthen cost awareness among all employees.
3. Quality Control
(1) Maintaining and Enhancing Quality Standards
① Clearly communicate the current quality status, the targets to be achieved, and the corresponding requirements to team members.
② Monitor and control the quality of process input information.
③ Analyze the causes and implement appropriate countermeasures.
(2) Firmly uphold the belief that "quality is made, not found."
① Inspect the first and last products manufactured each day.
② Conduct regular inspections to prevent the occurrence of nonconforming products.
③ Ensure that operators are following the prescribed work standards.
(3) Be able to implement appropriate countermeasures when quality issues are identified.
① For internally caused nonconforming products, ensure they are repaired properly, and promptly report to your supervisor along with recommendations and proposed solutions.
② Report the externally caused non-conforming product to your supervisor and request instructions for repair.
(4) Additionally, hold daily meetings with team members to discuss quality-related issues, address concerns collaboratively, and assess each member’s level of quality awareness.
4. Safe Operation
① Strictly enforce all regulations, and immediately stop any behavior that violates process operation procedures or safety production guidelines—up to and including suspending the individual’s work.
② Ensure the safe operation of your team, prevent major incidents involving personnel, equipment, fires, and explosions, and minimize the occurrence of minor accidents.
③ Immediately organize rescue efforts upon an accident, take decisive measures to prevent the situation from escalating, and report to the relevant authorities.
④ Launch an accident investigation, conduct a thorough accident analysis, and learn valuable lessons. Key tips highlight that the team leader’s four primary responsibilities in on-site management include production, cost control, quality assurance, and safety.
III. Authority of Team Leaders in On-site Management
1. Work Communication
Authorized to represent the workshop (team) in coordinating production tasks with relevant departments of the enterprise.
2. Refuse to use substandard raw materials
You have the right to refuse using substandard raw materials and materials, but if approved by the Chief Engineer, you must follow the instructions accordingly.
3. Decided to switch to the backup equipment
In the event of equipment failure, you have the right to decide to switch to backup equipment.
4. Determine the increase or decrease in equipment load
Within the limits permitted by job responsibilities and with the approval of dispatching, they have the authority to decide whether to increase or decrease equipment load.
5. Has the right to refuse the reassignment of personnel on duty
Has the right to refuse assigning on-duty personnel to engage in other activities.
6. Recommended Actions for Handling Parking Issues Caused by Abnormal Phenomena
In case of abnormal conditions during production, you are authorized to recommend stopping operations for troubleshooting. After obtaining approval from the workshop supervisor or dispatcher, proceed according to instructions from higher-level management.
7. Temporary Shift Adjustments
Authorized to temporarily adjust the operators for this shift.
8. Supervise operations conducted in accordance with regulations
Authorized to inspect and supervise work at all positions, and empowered to stop unsafe or non-compliant operations.
9. Approve temporary leave requests from team members
The team leader has the authority to approve leave according to regulations.
10. Rewards and Punishments Recommendations
① Personnel exhibiting any of the following behaviors have the right to propose disciplinary action and must report the issue to management for resolution: those who continue unsafe work practices despite warnings, those who refuse to follow reassignment orders, individuals who consume alcohol before their shift begins, and employees whose medical condition may pose a safety risk.
② Has the authority to submit recommendations for rewarding or disciplining personnel within the team to the workshop.
11. Organize team activities
Has the authority to call meetings or organize activities for the members of this team.
12. On-site Management
① Has the authority to prevent personnel without proper documentation from entering the workshop.
② Within the workshop area, you have the authority to stop anyone from tampering with equipment.
③ Has the right to refuse any requests and instructions that violate regulations.
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