Manufacturing Plant Lead

HindlePower, Inc.•Easton, PA

About The Position

HindlePower has been designing and manufacturing industrial (non-commercial) battery chargers and dc power systems for the utility industry for over 35 years. Our staff and products serve the power generation and distribution market, switchgear OEMs, power substations, the oil & gas industry, and various transportation maintenance facilities. We are the leaders in our industry and have customers in all 50 states plus additional countries worldwide. HindlePower is seeking a Plant Lead to oversee assigned production areas while contributing to overall performance across manufacturing. This role is responsible for running day-to-day operations across multiple production teams, ensuring work is executed safely, efficiently, and consistently. You will have direct ownership of specific production areas and work closely with other Plant Leads to keep priorities aligned and operations running smoothly across the floor. You are responsible for execution, ensuring production plans are carried out, standards are followed, and issues are addressed quickly and effectively so that production runs predictably day to day. You will also partner closely with Quality, Supply Chain, and Engineering to ensure production is aligned with demand, schedules, and customer commitments. Our commitment to quality is evident in our highly skilled colleagues and our exceptional approach to customer service that sets us apart. We believe in rewarding hard work and offering competitive compensation, comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits, along with a 401k plan that includes employer matching and a gain-sharing program. At our core, we are driven by integrity and quality, constantly seeking innovative solutions and improvements. Our unique culture thrives on accountability and self-initiative, empowering every employee to make impactful contributions. In our organizational structure, your voice is heard, and your efforts are recognized. We celebrate our achievements together, whether it's over a complimentary lunch in our cafeteria or through our various team-building activities. We are a four-time Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley and were named one of IndustryWeek's 'Best Plants'. We are proud of our accomplishments and are continually striving to do better. We value our employees and trust they hold these key characteristics: Initiative... we see it, we do it Ownership... I've got it, you don't need to think about it Integrity... decisions are based on looking at the whole picture Attitude... anything can be done Virtue... honesty, good deeds, kindness, and appreciation Teamwork... we before I

Requirements

Experience leading or supervising teams in a manufacturing or production environment
Strong understanding of shop floor operations, workflows, and production scheduling
Experience working cross-functionally with Quality, Supply Chain, or Engineering teams
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
Ability to coach, develop, and motivate employees
Comfort making decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Responsibilities

Accountable for production performance within assigned areas, including safety, quality, on time delivery, and productivity
Ensure daily production execution aligns with schedules, staffing, and material availability
Lead and develop Group Leads, setting expectations, reinforcing accountability, and supporting their day-to-day decision making
Coordinate workforce allocation and adjust resources as needed to meet changing production demands
Monitor production flow, identify disruptions, and take immediate action to restore standard operations
Partner with Supply Chain to ensure materials, job releases, and schedules support production needs
Partner with Quality to address defects, resolve issues, and maintain process control
Partner with Engineering to support product changes and improve manufacturability
Drive continuous improvement efforts focused on efficiency, workflow, and execution