Production Lead

ALL WEATHER ARCHITECTURAL ALUMINUM INC•Vacaville, CA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

All Weather Architectural Aluminum is a custom window and door manufacturer located in Vacaville, CA, that has been in business since 1969. We have an immediate opening for a Second Shift Production Lead. The Production Lead is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the daily activities of the production lines in a custom window & door manufacturing facility. This role ensures that windows are manufactured efficiently, safely, and in compliance with company quality standards. The Production Lead acts as a liaison between production workers and management, providing guidance, support, and direction to ensure smooth and effective workflow.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent, technical or vocational training a plus.
3 + years of previous manufacturing experience (Window/Door manufacturing preferred).
1+ years in a lead or supervisory role.
Knowledge of window assembly processes, materials, and tools; preferred.
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and measurements.
Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles is a plus.
Basic computer skills (email, production software, data entry).

Nice To Haves

technical or vocational training a plus
Window/Door manufacturing preferred
lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles is a plus

Responsibilities

Supervise and lead a team of production workers in the assembly and fabrication of windows and doors.
Monitor production schedules and ensure timely completion of manufacturing targets.
Enforce safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
Ensure adherence to quality standards and perform routine inspections.
Train and cross-train employees on various tasks, machinery, and safety procedures.
Identify workflow or material issues and collaborate with supervisors to resolve them.
Maintain accurate production records and report daily output, labor, and material usage.
Support continuous improvement initiatives and recommend process improvements.
Ensure proper use and maintenance of equipment and tools.
Communicate effectively with other departments, such as Quality Assurance, Maintenance, and Shipping.
Assist with the proper flow of raw material and work-in-process.
Ensure in-process and finished goods quality checks are completed.
Ensure 5S standards are implemented and maintained.
Update our Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Customer Service (SQDC) board daily and communicate daily performance goals.
Assist with daily machine start-up and maintenance tasks and ensure they are performed correctly.
Fill in, as needed, at each workstation.
Organize and schedule work assignments to achieve maximum efficiency.
Assist with training new employees.
Report any safety incidents or near misses to supervisor immediately.
Maintain performance standards, identify and or resolve any issues causing performance gaps.