Manufacturing Area Lead - 1st Shift
About The Position
Responsible for supporting the assigned work area through machine setup, material staging, workflow coordination, operator training, and quality oversight. This role involves operating machines, performing quality checks, packaging components, setting up and tearing down machines, staging materials, operating a forklift, training operators on processes, safety, and quality, monitoring product quality, addressing quality and personnel issues, inspecting equipment, and identifying process improvements. The position also includes supporting daily production, maintaining quality and safety standards, and providing leadership when the Operations Manager is absent.
Requirements
- Basic computer and math skills
- Ability to read and communicate effectively
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 3 years of manufacturing experience
Nice To Haves
- Machine maintenance & technical experience
Responsibilities
- Operate machines, perform in-process quality checks, and package components to customer requirements
- Set up and tear down machines
- Stage materials, packaging, paperwork, and inspection equipment for upcoming jobs
- Operate a forklift as needed
- Train operators on processes, safety, and quality requirements
- Monitor product quality and address quality issues
- Address personnel issues with the Operations Manager and other leads
- Inspect equipment daily and report equipment issues
- Identify and support process improvements
- Support daily production and workflow within the assigned work area
- Maintain quality and safety standards
- Provide leadership and supervision when the Operations Manager is absent
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
