Production Team Lead 7pm-7am (Rotate Wed -Frid/Wed-Sat)

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Since 1987, Buffalo Tungsten has been a leading independent manufacturer and global supplier of high purity tungsten powder. We have a strong commitment to quality assurance, competitive pricing, and short lead times. Because of our rigorous quality assurance system, the powders we produce meet the highest standards of purity and consistency. We have over three decades of experience and maintain a sole focus on producing powdered tungsten materials through a hydrogen reduction process. We have supplied customers in over 40 countries throughout the world. In addition to pure tungsten powder, we also produce tungsten carbide powder and tungsten carbide based thermal spray powders. Buffalo Tungsten was acquired in 2023 by the Sandvik group and organizationally belongs to the Powder Solutions division within the business area Sandvik Machining. Customer Focus, Innovation, Fair Play, and Passion to Win are our values that build the foundation of our company. Buffalo Tungsten is seeking a Team Leader to support our powder production business. As a Team Lead, you will lead a team of production operators, assign work task, train operators, lead & conduct activities related to the manufacturing process such as operating machinery. Keeping accurate records, operating a forklift, load and unload trucks, complete work orders and packing materials for shipment. Plan and delegate tasks for efficiency and quality. Escalate problems to Production Manager, Maintenance and Quality as needed. This role will be based at our site in Buffalo (Depew), New York. Schedule Work schedule is 7pm to 7am. (Every other week: Wed-Fri / Wed-Sat) Pay Rate Starts: $28.50 to 32.50/hour. Shift Diff Eligible $1.00/hour for overnight shift. The exact starting rate may vary based on the current pay rate assigned to the role. Your Background & Profile: Have a Safety-First Culture Ability to work as an individual and a team Be at work for your assigned shift Be able to stand or walk most of the day Regularly lift and handle up to 20 pounds throughout your shift Able to lift up to 60 pounds periodically over short distances Can follow procedures and maintain accurate records Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently Education/Experience High School Diploma or Equivalent Previous experience in production, manufacturing or other related fields is beneficial

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