2nd Shift Manufacturing Lead

Martin Sprocket & Gear•Fort Worth, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Martin Sprocket & Gear is seeking skilled Manufacturing Leads for their 2nd shift. This role involves leading day-to-day production activities, supporting production flow, prioritizing jobs, and ensuring work stays on track for completion. The Manufacturing Lead will communicate priorities to operators, coordinate shift activities, and collaborate with the 2nd Shift Supervisor to align production needs and address issues. They will also monitor job progress, communicate delays or equipment issues, and support operators with questions and basic troubleshooting. The position requires assisting in maintaining smooth workflow across various machining operations and secondary processes, monitoring the production process for quality, and performing inspections using measuring tools. The role may involve stepping into production work as needed, supporting shift handoffs, and adhering to cleanliness and safety protocols, including the use of PPE and maneuvering large parts. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

Average math skills.
Ability to read and comprehend instructions written in English.
Ability to complete simple logs and reports in English.
Physically able to handle heavy items, including lifting, pushing, pulling, and positioning components.
Able to work scheduled hours and comply with the company’s timekeeping policy and all other company policies.
Able to consistently stand for an entire shift in a non-climate-controlled shop environment.
Ability to learn fundamental machining concepts.
Proficiency in using measuring devices.
Work closely with other team members, including supervisors, to optimize production processes and implement improvements.
Mechanical aptitude and general understanding of shop workflow.
Attention to detail is essential for maintaining quality standards.
Demonstrates a strong commitment to dependability and consistent performance.
Detail-oriented with the flexibility to respond effectively to shifting production demands.

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day production activity for 2nd shift.
Support production flow across machining and related shop operations.
Ensure prioritized work is moving and jobs stay on track for completion.
Communicate priorities clearly to operators and help coordinate shift activities.
Collaborate with the 2nd Shift Supervisor to align production needs and address issues.
Monitor job progress and communicate delays, equipment issues, material shortages, or quality concerns.
Support operators with day-to-day questions, basic troubleshooting, and workflow coordination.
Assist in maintaining smooth flow across CNC lathes, mills, saws, burn table, and secondary operations.
Monitor the production process to ensure machines function correctly and products meet quality standards.
Perform inspections and measurements of finished products using tools like calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
Step into production work as needed to keep orders moving and support quick-turn commitments.
Provide support during shift handoff and help maintain continuity between shifts.
Adhere to cleanliness and safety protocols, including wearing PPE and adhering to safety regulations.
Use a crane or buddy system to maneuver large, awkward, or heavy parts.
Ensure the work area is clean and organized.
Assist in other areas or departments as needed.