Assembly Operator Lead 1st shift

Pentair•White Bear Lake, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Pentair is hiring an Assembly Operator Lead for its White Bear Lake, Minnesota location. The role ensures production flow in assigned work areas and processes, performs initial troubleshooting, and coordinates coaching, on-the-job training, equipment escalation, materials, line communication, work assignments, 5S audits, and safety inspections. The position works closely with Production Management, Engineering, Human Resources, Purchasing, Quality, Machine Shop, R&D, and Warehouse departments. The lead supports production operations by conducting start-up meetings, assigning work, communicating performance updates, maintaining production tracking boards, escalating issues, and promoting continuous improvement. The role also helps enforce company policies, safety requirements, GMP, and cleanroom standards; operates equipment and covers critical production positions; coordinates onboarding and training; and audits workstations, production practices, 5S, and cleanroom compliance. The position supports Quality and EH&S with audits, investigations, and corrective actions, and collaborates with stakeholders to improve processes, documentation, and training through Lean methodologies and RCCM processes. This is a first-shift role, Monday through Thursday, 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with some mandatory overtime on Fridays. The hourly pay is $27.00, with an opportunity for a rate increase after proficiency in certain skills and completion of training. Actual pay may vary based on achievements, skills, and experience.

Requirements

At least two years of experience as a production lead, with an emphasis on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Knowledge of assigned production processes, Lean manufacturing principles, 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Knowledge of cleanroom operations, contamination-control practices, gowning requirements, GMP standards, and PPE compliance.
Ability to train, coach, and hold employees accountable to safety, quality, and cleanroom expectations.
Ability to write, speak, and comprehend English.
Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate expectations clearly and achieve results through coaching, monitoring performance, and enforcing company policies and procedures.
Ability to adapt to changing business needs, manage multiple priorities, and maintain professionalism and confidentiality.
Ongoing commitment to improving processes, documentation, training programs, quality systems, and cleanroom standards.

Nice To Haves

Previous cleanroom manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct start-up meetings, including leading stretches, conducting safety talks, issuing daily work assignments, and providing SQDCC updates during Gemba reviews.
Support the Production Supervisor and report performance, attendance, quality, and safety concerns as appropriate.
Maintain accurate hour-by-hour charts and update MDI boards daily.
Escalate equipment failures, quality concerns, and material shortages to appropriate personnel.
Promote continuous improvement through employee engagement and participation in Lean initiatives.
Enforce company policies, department procedures, safety requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and cleanroom standards.
Operate equipment in the assigned work area and backfill critical positions to maintain production flow.
Coordinate employee onboarding and training to meet quality, safety, customer, and cleanroom requirements.
Conduct routine audits of workstations, production practices, 5S standards, and cleanroom compliance.
Ensure employees follow cleanroom gowning, hygiene, PPE, and contamination-control requirements.
Monitor compliance with cleanroom restrictions on prohibited items, food, beverages, and non-compliant clothing.
Support Quality and EH&S during audits, investigations, and corrective actions related to safety, quality, and contamination control.
Collaborate with stakeholders, including VSM, Production Supervisor, Manufacturing Engineer, Quality, and EH&S, to improve processes, documentation, and training through Lean methodologies and RCCM processes.
Model safety, quality, cleanroom compliance, professionalism, and accountability.
Perform other duties as assigned.