Production Lead MD

NIXON MEDICAL•Beltsville, MD

About The Position

The Production Lead knows proper procedures and provides effective training to Production Associates to help ensure productivity, quality, and safety standards are met. The role partners with Production Management to optimize workflow through the plant and helps cultivate a positive work environment by encouraging teamwork and supportive attitudes. The Production Lead also performs the duties of the Production Manager in their absence and other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

Monitor and expedite workflow in the production area, making adjustments when necessary.
Answer Associates’ questions about production processes and equipment operation.
Encourage teamwork and provide team members with leadership, knowledge, experience, motivation, support, and advice.
Operate production-line machines to substitute for absent Associates.
Communicate workflow concerns to Production Management and offer solutions.
Assist Production Management with setting targets and monitoring productivity and quality standards.
Promote safety awareness by demonstrating safety standards, ensuring compliance, and escalating concerns as needed.
Ensure general housekeeping standards are met before shift changes.
Maintain a clean and organized area that meets HLAC standards and serves as a “show place” for customers and Associates.
Participate in and support continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S, Standard Work, Hour by Hour, and SQDC Boards.
Train Associates in all essential job functions for their assigned area.
Promote a positive work environment aligned with Nixon’s core values.
Perform the activities of the Associates being led in a safe and efficient manner.
Perform the Production Manager’s duties in their absence.
Perform other duties as assigned.