Production Group Leader

Indium Corporation•Rome, NY

36d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Group Leader is responsible, within an assigned production area, for performing daily operational and administrative tasks related to the accurate and timely distribution of product to customers, and may be required to perform manual production tasks due to business demand, or in the Production Supervisor’s absence, or as assigned, is responsible for performing delegated non-personnel-related work management activities.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 2 years related work experience or
Minimum Associate’s Degree and 1 year related work experience
Demonstrated mentoring and leadership qualities
Good computer skills and able to conduct basic search
Good oral and written communication skills
Proven decision making ability
Knowledge of LEAN concepts and demonstrated continuous improvement success
Ability to perform mathematical calculations
Strong organizational skills

Responsibilities

Schedule/prioritize work within production area
Observe all safety and security requirements
Manage customer orders
Perform inventory control and reconciliation/audit, track job orders, close orders, record scrap, and maintain the accuracy of completed parts and required inventory
Complete any and all required documentation
Apply Lean manufacturing principles
Develop and maintain working knowledge of processes within assigned area and assist operators with making decisions when troubleshooting problems
In the Supervisor’s absence, refer personnel matters requiring immediate attention to another department supervisor, manager or Human Resources
Develop supervisory skills through formal and informal training
Provide input on success and learning potential of Operators
Uphold and promote the standards of Indium’s quality management system, including following procedures and work instructions, and recommending improvements
Perform manual production tasks as needed
Attend training as needed or assigned
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned