PRODUCTION LEAD

RailWorks•Cedar Hill, TX

14d•$21 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Operator Lead provides direction and guidance to Production Operators to achieve production goals and produce a quality product in a safe efficient manner; They are responsible for implementing a timeline established by Operations/Plant Manager, use different types of machine equipment to assist with manufacturing of the NARSTCO product and cooperates as a team with other workers to produce a high quality product to meet customer needs and goals.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Three years’ experience in Industrial Manufacturing
Mechanical aptitude
Ability to transfer knowledge to Production Operators by on-the-job observation and training
Demonstrated leadership experience
Basic reading, mathematics skills, computer skills
Knowledge and experience in various industrial machines such as presses, hoists and forklifts,
Experience using calipers, reading a tape measure, operation of PLC equipment, grinders, and machine fabrication tools
Ability to follow instructions, drawings and dimensions as required for quality
Ability to work well with tools and machinery required
Flexibility in handling multiple priorities and heavy production requirements
Experience in industrial, production manufacturing and fabrication preferred

Nice To Haves

One to two years Forklift operation and certification a bonus
Basic maintenance knowledge such as tightening and loosening bolts etc. is preferred

Responsibilities

Carryout to the full extent required, production activities for the processing of all NARSTCO products
Plan, coordinate and communicate production instructions to meet daily performance requirements and goals
Manage the flow of day-to-day operations on the line
Communicate clear instructions to team members and provide needed assistance
Monitor continuous operation of production sets, packages and custom specifications per customer’s needs and goals
Assist with shift-to-shift coordination
Review production schedule for efficient operation
Provide initial training to team members and as necessary
Ensure accurate production data collection
Mark and inspect product as required
Monitor, evaluate and make final determination if product meets all quality requirements
Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations
Promote work safety standards and enforce procedures to maintain safe working conditions
Maintain departmental housekeeping standards
Work safely at a reasonable pace (measured by production efficiency) and within our quality standards to insure timely completion
Assist new employees in safe and efficient production which includes following standard operating procedures and instructional material and manuals
Commit to and participate in activities for continuous improvement
Provide other reasonable services as the Company may request from time to time