Production Lead - 2nd Shift

Medline • Hartland, WI

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Medline is seeking a Production Lead to oversee manufacturing and production operations, including assembly, machinery, processing, and packaging. The role focuses on efficient operations, minimal downtime, high-quality production, waste reduction, cost efficiency, safety, and continuous improvement. The lead coordinates daily work, supports and trains employees, monitors equipment and productivity, and communicates with other departments and management. The position is based at Medline’s Hartland, Wisconsin facility. The schedule is second shift, 3:00 p.m.–1:30 a.m. Monday through Thursday, with Friday overtime from 1:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. First-shift training may be required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee manufacturing and production operations, including assembly, machinery, processing, and packaging.
• Help operate equipment and ensure consistent, accurate machine operation; perform changeovers, stage raw materials, and schedule maintenance activities.
• When required, manage startup and shutdown of injection molding and blow molding machines and ensure proper setup, shutdown, and maintenance procedures.
• Establish production standards and quality-control metrics; inspect finished goods for compliance with quality standards.
• Identify and implement opportunities to reduce waste and losses, and champion waste-reduction initiatives.
• Monitor machinery and equipment for malfunctions and ensure proper maintenance and operation.
• Reduce costs through continuous improvement and efficient resource use.
• Assign daily tasks to operators, train and support team members, and communicate changes and procedures.
• Complete and verify production reports, quality documents, maintenance logs, and other required paperwork.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, follow safety regulations, and monitor safety programs.
• Communicate with other departments and management to optimize operations.
• Use knowledge of department equipment to resolve issues and support continuous improvement.
• Train new and existing employees on equipment operation and work-cell processes.
• Delegate tasks to warehouse operators, monitor productivity, and provide materials to internal customers as needed.
• Read, analyze, and execute system-generated reports; use the AS400 system to view inventory.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) contributions
• Paid time off
• Continuing education and training
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups, and the Employee Service Corp for employees working less than 30 hours per week

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed