Production Group Lead 2nd shift

Johnson Electric•Vandalia, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As our next Production Group Lead, you’ll be at the forefront of leading production operators to achieve the highest levels of safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency. Your expertise in manufacturing operations, process improvement, operator training, and team leadership will be critical in driving operational excellence and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Proficiency in all functions associated with the Production Operator role
Ability to read, write, and understand verbal and written instructions
Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and manufacturing documentation
Strong mechanical aptitude and excellent manual dexterity
Good mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent attention to detail and ability to distinguish colors accurately
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Previous leadership or team lead experience in manufacturing
Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
Experience conducting time studies and process analysis
Experience developing work instructions and process documentation
Familiarity with Bills of Materials (BOMs) and production reporting systems

Responsibilities

Lead and support production operators to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals
Perform router markups and maintain router revision updates
Conduct time studies to improve process efficiency and labor utilization
Create, revise, and maintain General Work Instructions (GWIs)
Monitor scrap and rework activities and implement corrective actions
Identify and lead process improvement projects to enhance productivity and quality
Maintain and update product labeling programs
Complete production reporting documentation including labor reports, corrective action reports, and quality reports
Select and identify required materials using Bills of Materials (BOMs)
Ensure compliance with Lean Manufacturing principles, safety requirements, and operational guidelines
Participate in Gemba Kaizen (GK) and continuous improvement initiatives
Perform equipment setups and support assembly operations as needed
Train operators on new processes, procedures, and work instructions
Set up and run new product configurations with minimal supervision
Set up and run existing product configurations according to job packets and specifications
Verify products meet all quality requirements before transfer to the next operation
Maintain working knowledge of all equipment and machinery used within the department
Support additional operational activities as assigned