Production Team Lead

Anticipated Schedule/Hours:

M-F 8am-4:30pm

MWEB Overview & Mission:

Midwest Enterprises for the Blind’s sole purpose is to provide employment opportunities for blind and visually impaired individuals. MWEB strives to be recognized as a manufacturer of quality products, sold at competitive prices.

Position Summary

To observe and implement quality standards and production management systems within the organization. Manages production staff. Is responsible for production operation.

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Production Lead to oversee and coordinate the assembly processes within our manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical knowledge and experience in operating various power and hand tools. This role is crucial for ensuring that production goals are met while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of production associates on the assembly line, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to production schedules.
• Assemble products using power tools, hand tools, and other equipment as required.
• Train new employees on proper assembly techniques, safety protocols, and equipment operation.
• Monitor production quality and performance metrics, addressing any issues promptly to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with management to identify areas for improvement in the manufacturing process.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment, adhering to safety regulations at all times.
• Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment as needed for material handling.
• · Oversees production staff, coordinates with warehouse manager and shipping coordinator: schedules, goals, and production output to meet key performance indicators.
• Creates, issues material, and closes shop orders.
• Enters finished goods when needed.
• Staff Training – Monitor performance according to MWEB quality standards Communicate, advise, assist as staff performance demands
• Perform Inspections – Perform incoming, in-process, and out-going product inspections
• Labeling – Create production and shipping labels
• Safety – Promote MWEB safety procedures. Participate as a Safety Committee Member, in which you record and maintain meeting minutes in accordance with retention policy
• Develop and maintain systems to measure performance against established quality standards
• Establish assembly, packaging, inspection instructions and keep continually updated customer specifications
• Continuously Improve Process (CPI) in production, CPI principles should be applied to standard operating procedures.
• Assists in opening and closing facilities to meet operational needs.
• Bring a positive attitude to work each day and uphold and abide by MWEB values and code of ethics.
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience

• Proven experience in a manufacturing facility or factory setting is essential.
• Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Familiarity with assembly processes, including fabrication techniques.
• Experience operating power tools, hand tools, and forklifts is highly desirable.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a warehouse or production environment is a plus.
• Capability of motivating employees
• Capacity to train others
• Capable of communicating with a diverse team
• Managing multiple tasks, record management, planning, and organizational capabilities
• Detail oriented
• Should possess intermediate oral and written skills and efficiently communicate with customers and vendors
• Must have an intermediate level of understanding in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly: Word and Excel.
• Associate Degree or higher
• Possess or acquire First Aid Responder Certificate
• Meet physical demands

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

• Physical Demands
• Bending, stooping, kneeling, and walking
• Time is split between on the floor duties and desk/administrative work
• Lifting capability ranging from 35lbs-50lbs
• Light Travel
• Work Environment
• Light to moderate noise levels
• Moderate to low light levels
• Material dust and particles
• Cement floor
• Production Environment includes production lines, equipped with hand-held tools, materials will be located in various areas of the production facility
• The production area is connected to the warehousing facility, which most often has a forklift in operation, as well as bays for deliveries and shipments

Pay Range:

Commensurate on experience and education: $18-$20/hour

Benefits:

Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance, free & confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP), generous Paid Time Off (PTO), paid on the job training, 12 paid holidays per year.

Employment Information:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at-will relationship. The company is an equal opportunity employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations and other state and federal employment regulations as applicable.

Join our team as a Production Lead and contribute to our commitment to excellence in manufacturing!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus opportunities
• Overtime pay

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20