Production Lead 1 - FL

Nixon Medical•Apopka, FL

About The Position

The Production Lead is responsible for knowing proper procedures and providing effective training to Production Associates to 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 may operate production-line machines to cover for absent Associates and perform the Production Manager’s duties in that manager’s absence. Other duties may be 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 serve as a leadership resource by providing knowledge, experience, motivation, support, and advice.
Operate production-line machines to substitute for absent Associates.
Communicate workflow concerns proactively to Production Management and offer solutions.
Assist Production Management with setting targets and monitoring productivity and quality standards.
Promote safety awareness, demonstrate safety standards, ensure compliance, and escalate concerns to Production Management as needed.
Ensure general housekeeping standards are met before shift changes.
Maintain a clean and organized area to meet HLAC standards and present 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 on all essential job functions in their assigned area.
Promote a positive work environment aligned with Nixon’s core values.
Perform the activities of the Associates being led safely and efficiently.
Perform the Production Manager’s duties in their absence.
Perform other duties as assigned.