Production Lead

Lincoln Electric•Carthage, TN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The position of Production Lead is considered an entry level position for those who have expressed an interest in and have displayed abilities to lead, supervise, and coordinate the activities of workers as assigned by the area(s) of responsibility to deliver value to internal and external customers. This position always requires a high regard for safety in performing any tasks associated with working for Harris Products Group.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Able to understand manufacturing processes
Must be computer literate in Microsoft Office – Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Nice To Haves

Experienced with SAP
Experience with Lean tools
Operate material handling equipment

Responsibilities

Works safely and supports safety within their team across the organization.
Executes daily production plan to have all necessary machines up and running to scheduled plan.
Supports lean initiatives to facilitate team goals/metrics.
Participates in team meetings and works on cost savings projects.
Run equipment up to 50% of time or as needed
Track daily time of production personnel
Audit and maintain work instructions
Make on the spot corrections of any unsafe acts
Participate in employee evaluations
Coach and develop team members
Maintain training levels
Support and enforce all Company policies and procedures
Perform all responsibilities in a consistent, reliable and professional manner.
Participates in interviews and provides input for selection and hiring
Advises supervisor about counselling of employees that may lead to future disciplinary action
Exercise strict confidentiality regarding personnel matters.
Conducts oneself in a manner that sets a positive example for all employees and encourages teamwork.
Establish and maintain sound communication with subordinates, peers and management.
Assist and support employees in resolving work related issues.
Ensure employees are fulfilling the needs of the department and are held accountable for their actions.
Performs daily shift audits
Assist in maintaining repair parts inventory & supplies
Communicates pertinent information to supervisor.
Assists with daily data entry of production reports as demand warrants.
Document and report all Accidents, Incidents and Near Misses.
Properly fills out paperwork, takes pictures, assists with root cause analysis of the IINM.
Responsible for helping correct discrepancies in 5s and EHS Audits
Participates in safety training and always demonstrates a high regard for safety
Learns and utilizes lean tools: 6s, visual factory concepts in maintaining order and cleanliness