Production Lead - Small Parts

Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope•Terrell, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Lead oversees daily production activities, ensuring that manufacturing processes run efficiently, safely, and meet quality standards. This role acts as a bridge between management and production staff, coordinating workflow, monitoring performance, and resolving issues to maintain productivity and deadlines.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
3+ years of experience in manufacturing or production environment.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Knowledge of production processes, safety regulations, and quality control.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
Stand and walk for entire shift on concrete, up to 12 hours
Twist, bend, stoop and kneel
Lift, push, pull and move up to 75lbs individually or 150lbs with a partner
Grasp, squeeze, hold/handle thin to thick metal, small & large items
Requires reaching, handling and grasping while turning of upper body while moving and lifting
Visual acuity to inspect product for various quality flaws and to ensure equipment is in safe working condition
Proper wear of all required Personal Protective Equipment
Work in temperatures consistent with outdoor climate conditions and hot machinery (Heat, humidity, etc.)

Nice To Haves

Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Counsel, mentor, coach, and develop employees.
Coordinate production workflow throughout the department and move resources as needed.
Ability to communicate to opposite shifts to ensure proper shift handoffs.
Ensure all crew members are prepared and ready for duty including having their proper PPE.
Ability to enforce all company guidelines, standards, and policies including Safety & Quality.
Ability to make quick business decisions such as adjusting/moving personnel, as needed to meet product requirements
Perform daily quality checks
Cross trained to safely operate all equipment and cover all positions as needed.
Train department employees to safely and accurately perform tasks to predetermined standards.
Notify management of equipment malfunctions and other potential safety issues.
Maintain accurate production records, report issues, and suggest improvements.
Assist in onboarding and training new team members on processes and safety.
Address production delays, equipment malfunctions, and staffing challenges promptly.