Manufacturing Section Lead (Surfacing) - PM

Visionworks • Schertz, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Section Lead coordinates daily operations within an assigned production area and assists with training and developing staff to support key performance indicators (KPIs). The role provides leadership, training, and coaching on processes and non-conformance; assigns work and adjusts staffing to meet department goals; and supports continuous improvement and operational results.

The role also contributes to associate performance and talent development, promotes a safe and healthy work environment, and maintains equipment, workstations, and facility cleanliness. It requires working onsite and collaborating with team members and others regularly. The position involves frequent physical activity, including standing and handling materials, and may require working varying schedules that include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

• One to three years of experience working in a fast-paced environment, with a record of continuously increased responsibility.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Experience working with structured procedures and processes.
• Professional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondence, and memos, and to write similar correspondence relaying opportunities or findings.
• Ability to interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and speak effectively or present information to associates individually or in groups.
• Ability to perform analytical mathematics using standard units of measurement, distance, weight, volume, and currency.
• Ability to follow procedures and instructions logically, solve problems, exercise sound judgment, and demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness.
• Ability to apply analytical tools and common understanding to detailed written or oral instructions and interpret diagrams or forms.
• Ability to handle complex problems and situations involving multiple variables in standardized settings.
• Strong attention to detail, adaptability and flexibility, multitasking ability, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to prioritize detailed tasks with minimal input to accomplish daily and long-term goals.
• Ability to work onsite and participate in interactive onsite meetings regularly and predictably.
• Ability to initiate interaction, coordination, and collaboration with team members, clients, and customers.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including frequently lifting or moving up to 50 pounds; loads heavier than 50 pounds require two or more people.
• Ability to work varying schedules that include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Bilingual ability, particularly in Spanish, is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, department training, and coaching on processes and non-conformance.
• Develop and assign work assignments and adjust staffing to meet department KPIs.
• Drive results and achieve operational goals identified in key performance indicators.
• Support continuous improvement to drive departmental excellence and enhance the customer experience.
• Identify improvement opportunities and use structured problem-solving techniques to create and implement solutions.
• Provide input on associate talent snapshots and overall performance.
• Assist with cross-training, attracting, and developing talent.
• Practice, comply with, and enforce requirements for a safe and healthy work environment.
• Maintain the cleanliness of equipment, organization of workstations, and overall facility according to the 6 S's.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED