Production Lead 1 - FL

NIXON MEDICAL•Clarcona, FL

About The Position

The Production Lead knows proper production procedures and trains Production Associates to help meet productivity, quality, and safety standards. The role partners with Production Management to optimize workflow through the plant and foster a positive, supportive work environment. The Production Lead may operate production-line machines, perform the work of Associates, and perform Production Manager duties in the manager’s absence. The schedule is 11:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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 leadership, knowledge, motivation, support, and advice to team members.
Operate production-line machines to cover 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, 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, organized work area that meets HLAC standards and presents well to customers and Associates.
Participate in and support continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S, Standard Work, Hour by Hour, and SQDC Boards.
Train Associates on 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 Production Manager duties in the manager’s absence.
Perform other duties as assigned.