Operator Lead (Manufacturing)
About The Position
The Operator Lead plays a critical role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and successful operation of EDCO Products' manufacturing team. This is a full-time, non-exempt position based in Hopkins, MN, reporting to the Production Supervisor. The position is scheduled for 1st Shift, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. In this hands-on leadership role, you will coordinate daily production activities, monitor workflow, and support a team of production associates to achieve quality, safety, and production objectives while fostering a positive and productive work environment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required; technical training or coursework preferred.
- 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
- Prior leadership or team lead experience is preferred.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and safety practices.
- Ability to lead by example with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
Nice To Haves
- technical training or coursework preferred
Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance and continuous improvement of all safety procedures and policies; promote a culture of safety.
- Participate in and support continuous improvement initiatives (5S, Lean, Kaizen) to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
- Lead and coordinate the day-to-day activities of production team members on assigned shift or production area.
- Monitor production schedules, workflows, and resources to ensure timely completion of products.
- Act as the first point of contact for resolving issues on the floor, escalating concerns to leadership as needed.
- Ability to perform and support setup, changeovers, and operation of machinery and equipment as needed.
- Provide training, coaching, and guidance to team members to ensure understanding of processes and expectations.
- Monitor product quality and assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Maintain accurate records of production, downtime, scrap, and other key metrics.
- Communicate shift hand-off details and collaborate with other leads/supervisors to ensure smooth operations.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
- Monitor production hour-by-hour charts and address issues in a timely manner
- Daily hour-by-hour data entry on Safety, Quality and Delivery board.
Benefits
- EDCO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
