Lead Production Operator

Computype Inc•Roseville, MN

6h•Onsite

About The Position

Since 1975, Computype has been a leading provider of track and trace solutions for critical applications in both industrial and healthcare markets. Computype offers a wide range of track and trace solutions, automation, and outsourced services to help customers reduce labor, drive efficiency, and improve their workflows. The company focuses on future technologies, leading the way with new solutions, applications, and automated intelligence for better communication and data management. This role is based at Computype's headquarters in Saint Paul, MN. The Lead Production Operator's objective is to provide people, equipment, and process expertise and leadership to their assigned department. This role supports the supervisor by delivering guidance, coordinating work assignments, training team members, and providing general leadership to achieve departmental goals. The Lead Production Operator will also operate machinery as necessary.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment
Strong understanding of production processes, equipment, and workflow
Ability to read and interpret work instructions, SOPs, and basic technical drawings (CAD)
Familiarity with quality standards and inspection methods
Basic computer skills (production tracking systems, Excel, or similar)
Strong troubleshooting skills for equipment and process issues
Ability to make quick decisions to minimize downtime
Experience implementing corrective actions
Ability to use email to communicate with team members, supervisors, and other departments efficiently and professionally

Nice To Haves

3+ years of previous team lead experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provide team leadership & support to department by providing direction and guidance to team members daily while serving as the first point of contact for questions, issues, and support.
Lead by example with performance, attitude, and work ethic.
Coordinate and delegate assigned tasks based on priorities, workload, and employee skill, ensuring work is completed efficiently and according to schedule while monitoring and adjusting workflow as needed.
Train and develop new employees or employees assigned to a new workstation on processes, equipment, and safety procedures.
Coach team members to improve skills and performance while identifying training needs.
Clearly communicate daily goals, expectations, and updates such as issues, delays, or concerns with department and support groups such as Engineering, Customer Service (CS), Maintenance, Planning, and Scheduling to ensure alignment and resolve issues efficiently.
Assist with managing performance, employee accountability, and productivity, including addressing minor performance issues, providing constructive feedback, and reinforcing company policies and work standards.
Ensure team members follow all safety procedures, address unsafe behaviors immediately, and support a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
Ensure all equipment is operated according to established procedures and work instructions.
Verify machines are set up correctly before production starts.
Monitor equipment performance during operation to ensure efficiency and quality.
Submit material requests to the warehouse and confirm all required materials are staged and ready for production.
Verify correct materials, settings, and tooling are used.
Ensure changeovers are completed safely and within expected timeframes.
Respond to equipment issues and assist operators with troubleshooting.
Identify and resolve minor mechanical or process problems.
Ensure operators complete required daily/shift equipment checks.
Support and verify completion of basic preventive maintenance tasks (cleaning, lubrication, inspections).
Coordinate with Maintenance for scheduled service or repairs.
Ensure equipment produces products within quality specifications.
Ensure accurate recording of downtime, issues, and maintenance needs.
Track equipment performance (efficiency, scrap, uptime).
Communicate jobs or equipment-related issues during shift handoffs.
Identify opportunities to improve equipment efficiency and reliability.
Initiate and complete rerun documentation in accordance with established procedures.
Responsible for entering NoRuns for jobs that cannot be executed due to missing materials, tools, file issues, or any other factors preventing production.
Maintain accurate inventory on the Production floor, preventing discrepancies.
Conduct bi-weekly inventory counts to ensure accuracy and return materials no longer needed for production back to the warehouse.