Production Lead

The Gowan Co. • Blytheville, AR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Accountable for general operation and efficiencies of production operation in assigned area.

Requirements

• Regularly required to remain in stationary position for prolonged periods of time.
• Occasionally required to move around plant site.
• Regularly lift and/or move objects 5-50 lbs.
• Occasionally lift and/or move objects more than 100 lbs.
• Requires frequent bending, reaching, squatting pulling, and pushing.
• Certified to operate a forklift.
• Confined space entry.
• Knowledge of all EHS and Quality policies.
• Have the ability to train other personnel.
• Capable of following written and verbal instruction in English.
• Capable of using tools and training others in their use.
• Possess a working knowledge of math and communication skills as it pertains to assigned task.
• Building evaluation qualification.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assuring all EHS policies are being followed in production area and production line.
• Responsible for ensuring assigned production area meets all EHS requirements.
• Responsible for conducting inspections of production area.
• Work closely with safety departments on maintain safety supplies in area and training personnel on EHS procedures.
• Capable and knowledgeable of all production and packaging equipment.
• Help to ensure production targets are achieved.
• Responsible for assuring all quality policies are being followed.
• Work closely with quality department on batch sheets, classifying materials, and all quality matters.
• Responsible for working closely with maintenance department to ensure equipment is being maintained.
• Responsible for ensuring effective and timely cleanout.
• Lead packaging personnel and production personnel in assigned area.
• Assist in training and monitoring of staff performance.
• Work with production supervisor to manage staffing assignments of designated area.
• Provide effective training to all new and existing staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED