Production Lead

Konz Wood Products•Appleton, WI

About The Position

As a lead in our Custom Products department, you will be responsible for assisting the Custom Prdocuts Supervisor in getting ordered pallets built and shipped. You will set up each jobs according to the customer needs and pallet design as well as oversee the product being build and checking for quality.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Must be able to perform basic mathematical computations
Must be able to read a tape measure
Must be able to understand and adhere to all the safety requirements of the pallet manufacturing facility
Must be able to sit, walk, bend and twist for long periods of time throughout the day
On most occasions will lift 50 pounds or less and on a rare occasion must be able to lift, push and pull objects that are 75 pounds or heavier
Communicate effectively in both written and oral form
Demonstrate solid decision making and leadership skills
Self-motivated to complete tasks and production schedule

Nice To Haves

3 years of manufacturing and/or forklift experience preferred

Responsibilities

Check set-up notes and blueprints for proper board placement and lumber needs
Set up all jigs for production
Coordinate delivery of raw materials with the Custom Products Supervisor and forklift operator for department
Adhere to production schedule as outlined by the Custom Products Supervisor
Inspect all incoming material for adherence to quality specifications
Direct table helpers for production needs
Ensure all over run materials are labeled, stacked properly, and coordinate the timely removal
Interact and meet with the Custom Products Supervisor on a regular basis to discuss work assignments, schedule changes, and lumber needs
Direct table builders and helpers in production
Assist with training Custom Products personnel as to safe and efficient operating practices
Train Custom Products employees in efficient methos of lumber placement and product assembly.
Oversee Custom Products personnel to ensure that the work in a safe, productive and efficient manner
Follow all safety guidelines, policies, and procedures and ensure other employees are doing the same
Complete special projects as assigned by the Custom Products Supervisor
Other duties as assigned