Manufacturing Lead
Great Hire•Fontana, CA
•$24 - $29•Onsite
About The Position
We are seeking a high-performance, Bilingual Production Lead to drive our household and automotive chemical manufacturing lines in Fontana, CA. This is a mid-senior level "player-coach" role designed for a leader who can command the production floor, troubleshoot integrated high-speed lines, and manage the full scope of operations from raw components to finished goods. We value your 5+ years of direct industry experience and proven leadership ability over a college degree.
Requirements
- 5+ years in liquid manufacturing (Chemicals or Consumer Packaged Goods preferred).
- Proven ability to troubleshoot filling, heat tunnel, and packout equipment.
- High School Diploma or GED; no college degree required.
- Must be able to stand/walk for the duration of a shift, work in a non-climate-controlled warehouse, and regularly lift up to 50 lbs.
Nice To Haves
- A Forklift Certification (Sit-down/Stand-up) is a significant plus.
Responsibilities
- Lead and optimize integrated production lines, including automated filling and capping with precise volume control and torque monitoring.
- Ensure perfect alignment and batch code legibility throughout the run.
- Expertly operate shrink wrap machines and heat tunnels.
- Manage automated taping machines, case packing, and palletization processes.
- Track on-line stock levels of raw components such as bottles, caps, labels, film, and corrugated materials.
- Perform daily reconciliation of material usage versus finished output to maintain strict inventory accuracy.
- Interface directly with Inventory Control and Logistics to coordinate efficient material pulls and transfers.
- Direct and mentor a team of 10+ operators; fluency in both English and Spanish is required.
- Use strong mathematical skills to calculate and report vital metrics, including Units Per Hour (UPH), downtime percentages, and yield loss.
- Partner with Quality teams to resolve non-conformance issues and enforce strict adherence to PPE and Cal-OSHA standards for chemical manufacturing.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
