Working Production Lead

Job Summary

Work with the team to execute the daily dispatch to produce quality work in a safe environment. The right candidate will plan, organize and recommend strategies to ensure that the product is manufactured safely, successfully and in accordance with all customer specifications.

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain production efficiencies, monitoring product quality and work priorities in area.
• Work with employees to achieve departmental goals.
• Promote safety and accident prevention by continually ensuring employees always follow safety guidelines.
• Train or facilitate training of employees.
• Schedule work and balance loads to maximize efficiency.
• Pursue Continuous Improvement by focusing on operational changes that result in cost savings while maintaining quality standards.
• Participate in Daily Tier meetings to facilitate communication (as needed by supervisor).
• Elevate employee issues and concerns to the Production Supervisor.

Education and Experience

• Training in safe work environments preferred
• Previous manufacturing leadership experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Be customer oriented and courteous
• Facilitate team participation with training and motivation
• Utilize problem solving skills and techniques to resolve issues. Escalate these opportunities as necessary.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time, hourly position. Typical days and hours are Monday – Friday 6:00 am to 2:30 pm.

Physical Demands

• Lift up to 50 lbs. maximum.
• Stand/walk 8-12 hours/day on a hard surface.
• Work long hours in a warm or cold work environment.