Production Lead

Summary: Under limited supervision, directs and guides the essential job functions of department or shift employees.

Essential Job Functions (Duties and Responsibilities): The primary duties consist of, but are not limited to the following.

• Instructs and directs work activities of employees in assigned work area(s).
• Trains and directs the activities of production employees, maintaining effective communication of customer needs/requirements and company goals.
• Keeps close track of work in progress and regularly confers with production and/or management staff.
• Operates controls and monitors heat-treating equipment as needed/required.
• Practices and promotes safety and good housekeeping.
• Performs other tasks as designated by position.
• May have access to compensation information of other employees or applicants in this role and as such cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to other individuals.  
• This position is responsible for the care and treatment of our customer’s inventory and as such will perform duties safely and responsibly to prevent customer loss or damage.
• Must have the ability to report for work on time, follow directions, interact effectively with co-workers, understand and follow rules and procedures, and accept constructive criticism.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• This position must satisfy ITAR compliance requirements, therefore candidates must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Resident Card Holders.
• Education – High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience preferably in the heat treating industry.  
• Must be able to read and follow blueprint/specifications.
• Must have the ability to supervise, direct, and motivate employees.
• May be required to work overtime or any shift, including weekends.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain forklift operator certification.
• Must demonstrate the ability to read, write, and effectively communicate the English language.
• Knowledge and hands-on experience of computer applications including Microsoft Office and databases is required.

Physical & Mental Demands: The following physical and mental demands consist of, but are not limited to the following.

• Must be able to work in a standing position for extended periods of time in an industrial environment.
• Manual dexterity to perform data entry functions.
• Ability to bend, pull, stoop, climb, twist, and reach to perform functions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• May be exposed to heat, fumes, noise, humidity, etc.
• Must have the cognitive and mental capacity to perform essential job functions.
• Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Visual acuity to read documents, computer screens, files, etc.
• Ability to hear in person and via phone.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of the work performed by employees but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.  Furthermore, the job description does not constitute a written or implied contract for employment.  Bodycote reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Bodycote is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against current and prospective employees based on race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age for individuals over forty years of age, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state and local laws.