Manufacturing Group Lead

Cynet Systems•Scarborough, ME

About The Position

The Manufacturing Group Lead assists in coordinating production activity and communication within assigned work areas to ensure products are continuously processed according to build schedules and supervisory objectives. The role supports quality and production goals through audits, training, inventory and output tracking, problem resolution, and coordination with manufacturing operators and other area leads. The position may also perform direct manufacturing operations, inspect rejected components, coordinate purchase requests, and support organizational initiatives and applicable quality, environmental, FDA, and other regulatory requirements. The role requires positive collaboration with employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.

Responsibilities

Coordinate production activity in assigned work areas to keep products moving in accordance with build schedules.
Communicate work instructions to personnel in designated areas in accordance with supervisory objectives.
Ensure quality and production goals are met.
Conduct regular process and quality performance audits of personnel, tooling, and equipment.
Notify a supervisor or other appropriate contacts of equipment failures.
Track work-in-process inventory status and daily output quantities for assigned areas.
Provide direct training to area operators as needed, give feedback on defects, and support retraining.
Help expedite priority products and tasks in assigned areas.
Inspect rejected components and determine their disposition according to required documentation and direction.
Perform direct manufacturing operations to support build schedules when directed or necessary.
Stay current on relevant expertise, regulatory requirements, organizational products, markets and objectives, and industry trends.
Coordinate purchase requests for equipment and services.
Resolve problems and facilitate their resolution, including identifying causes and preventing recurrence.
Hold daily meetings with manufacturing operators to improve communication and support continuous improvement.
Ensure preventive maintenance and calibration stickers are up to date.
Conduct 5S audits and weekly meetings with other area value stream group leads.
Conduct BBSP observations and assist with employee needs, including training and Employee Self Service requirements.
Support management-identified organizational initiatives and requirements related to QMS, EMS, and other regulations.
Comply with FDA regulations, other regulatory requirements, organizational policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments.
Maintain positive, cooperative communication and collaboration with employees at all levels, customers, contractors, and vendors.
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned on occasion.