Group Leader - 2nd Shift

Lamons•Houston, TX

22h

About The Position

Supports daily production operations by coordinating the flow of customer and stock orders through the department. Releases and tracks work orders to support efficient workflow, on-time completion, and adherence to quality and safety requirements. Monitors production progress, identifies operational issues, and escalates concerns to the Supervisor. Assists with troubleshooting, problem resolution, and production-related communication as needed.

Requirements

Ability to plan, sequence, and prioritize work orders to meet production schedules and delivery commitments.
Ability to read, interpret, and verify work orders, part numbers, bills of materials, and production specifications.
Working knowledge of ERP systems for printing, releasing, tracking, and closing production and stock orders.
Ability to identify bottlenecks and adjust job sequencing to minimize downtown.
Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy of orders, quantities, and documentation.
Ability to operate forklifts or other material - handling equipment safely and efficiently.
Ability to use basic computer applications for data entry, order tracking, and reporting.
Required: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
1 - 2 years of experience working in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
Ability to track production progress and communicate status updates clearly to the Supervisor and support departments.
Strong understanding of production flow, work-in-porgress and material movement within a manufacturing environment.
Ability to lift, climb, bend, stoop, push, and pull.
Ability to stand and or walk for prolonged periods.
Ability to work continuously with average weights of 10 - 50 pounds independently.
Ability to work in hot, cold, dusty, or noisy conditions.
Must be able to obtain and maintain forklift certification.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with changing priorities.

Responsibilities

Reviews daily production schedules and prioritizes work orders to meet customer delivery requirements.
Coordinates material availability with inventory, warehouse, or purchasing to prevent production delays.
Tracks production progress throughout the shift and escalates schedule risks or constraints to the Supervisor.
Ensures completed work orders are properly labeled and routed to the next operation or to shipping.
Prints and reviews customer and stock orders from the ERP system.
Issues work orders for assembly and production activities.
Ensures products are processed in accordance with established specifications and procedures.
Assists with the onboarding and training of new employees within the department.
Ensures customer and stock orders are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
Operates forklift and tow motor to transfer materials as needed.
Uses computer systems to generate, track, and update production orders.
Communicates production status updates to the Supervisor and applicable department.
Assists with identifying process inefficiencies and recommends improvements related to workflow or material movement.
Demonstrates the ability to perform the various job duties within the department.
Other duties as assigned.