About the position
The job overview for the Production Lead position is that the individual will be responsible for supervising machine operators in a manufacturing environment. They will work closely with the Production Supervisor to ensure proper operation of manufacturing equipment, adherence to safety guidelines, and achievement of production goals. The Production Lead will also be involved in scheduling production jobs, conducting meetings, monitoring production quality and procedures, and providing coaching and training to operators. Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills are essential for this role.
Responsibilities
- Schedule production jobs in the morning
- Conduct morning meetings
- Audit First and Last off's daily
- Perform daily audit of processes
- Monitor production quality and awareness of procedures and alerts
- Monitor training matrix to verify operator's training
- Monitor safety checks
- Monitor traceability recording
- Perform daily audit of production reporting
- Monitor operator's efficiency and ability to fill out production reporting
- Record hourly counts on whiteboard
- Monitor downtime and manage diverted time
- Audit Standardized Work Instructions and ensure effective performance
- Coach and train operators to meet production goals
- Prepare for the next shift and provide proper handoff
- Complete end of shift paperwork
- Perform other assigned duties
- 2+ years of lead and/or supervisory experience
- Good communication skills (written and verbal)
- Strong computer skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to plan and organize with good time management skills
- Ability to retain information or find it as needed
- Problem-solving ability
- Ability to operate under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
- Cooperative, team-oriented, patient, calm under pressure, and able to work independently
Requirements
- 2+ years lead and/or supervisory experience
- Good communication skills – written and verbal
- Strong computer skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to plan and organize; good time management skills
- Ability to retain information (e.g., policies, procedures) or find it as needed
- Problem-solving ability
- Ability to operate under pressure of deadlines, fast-paced environment
- Cooperative, team-oriented, patient, calm under pressure, and able to work independently
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunity to work with award-winning brands
- Fast-growing and profitable company
- Modern work environment
- Dedicated and values-driven staff
- Opportunity for growth and advancement
- Good communication and computer skills
- Attention to detail and problem-solving ability
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Cooperative and team-oriented work culture
- Reasonable accommodation for employees with disabilities
- Personal Protective Equipment provided
- Equal employment opportunity policy