What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Lead position at Superior Recreational Products?
Company: Superior Recreational Products
Job Location: Carrollton, GA
Work Setting: In-Person
Summary
We are looking for a Production Leader who is in charge of the entire production process for a particular or set of products. They plan, organize and recommend strategies in ensuring that the product is developed successfully, in accordance with all specifications. They supervise teams that work in operations and product development.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage and evaluate machine resources to ensure productivity and minimal downtime.
- Evaluate manufacturing equipment for safety and functionality
- Ensure that products and goods manufactured meet quality standards obtainable in the industry
- Maintain proper inventory levels at all times which may require monitoring and placing orders for raw materials.
- Strive to reduce expenses and increase productivity across all product line.
- Create schedules for employees to ensure optimum staffing levels
- Motivate workers to enhance production quantity and at the same time maintain high production standards
- Ensure that work materials are present as at when needed.
- Motivate workers to enhance production quantity and at the same time maintain high production standards
- Monitor workers on site during production activities to ensure adherence to ethics and safety procedures
- Other duties may be assigned by Manager or Supervisor.
Competencies
- Analytical Decision-Making
- Communication
- Planning & Organizing
- Professionalism & Integrity
- Teamwork & Relationship-Building
- Results Orientation
- Managing Others
Education and/or Experience
- Three to Five years of experience in relevant manufacturing environment or 1-2 years of inter-company manufacturing experience.
- Forklift certification may be required.
Travel
- Travel may be required up to 20% of the time to other manufacturing locations within the PlayCore Company.
Computer Skills
- Demonstrated proficiency with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Access. Previous ERP system experience is preferred.
Other Requirements
- Frequent standing and using hands and fingers, frequently walking , stoop, kneel or crunch, Moderate climbing of stairs, constantly talking to convey and exchange information, listening, frequently seeing to determine, distinguish, inspect assess or estimate. Moderate reaching above and below shoulders.
- Must be able to frequently move, lift/push/pull objects that are 75 pounds getting help with heavier pieces.
PlayCore and its family of brands considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
