Materials Team Lead

Rite-Hite • Horn Lake, MS

5d • Onsite

About The Position

At Rite-Hite, your work makes an impact. As the global leader in loading dock and door equipment, we design and deliver solutions that keep our customers safe, secure, and productive. Here, you’ll find innovation, stability, and the chance to grow your career as part of a team that’s always looking ahead.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• At least 5 years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Requires welding certification
• Requires knowledge of manufacturing procedures and capacities, company products and components, and production/inventory control procedures
• Basic computer skills required
• Forklift license is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates production scheduling and daily production activities to conform with the master schedule and inventory requirements.
• This is accomplished through effective planning, assigning, and directing of production resources within respective production line(s).
• Coordinates daily work direction, directly assisting employees and working in production as required under the direction of the area supervisor.
• Performs audits on a regular basis, as needed (approximately 40%).
• Serves as primary contact for employees regarding +resolving daily issues.
• Serves as a liaison between the respective production area and the area supervisor.
• Track and report quality and efficiency trends.
• Understand, support, and help to enforce safe production practices and good housekeeping.
• Assists Supervisor in identifying employees training needs.
• Coordinates and/or provides on-the-job training accordingly.
• Assists Supervisor by providing input regarding interviewing, hiring, performance appraisals, corrective action, and conflict resolution.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• life and disability insurance
• A robust well-being program with an opportunity to receive an extra day off and more.
• A strong retirement savings program with 401(k), company match, and profit sharing.
• Paid holidays, vacation time, and personal/sick days each year.

What This Job Offers

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