Production Lead 2nd Shift

Plexus•Chicago, IL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for supervising and managing activities directly related to the daily business needs. The activities of concentration will include, but are not limited to the following areas-direction and leadership, daily production work load, quality, cross training, skill development and time off approvals/hours worked. This position is under limited supervision and is required to exercise moderate discretion and independent judgment by developing, analyzing and delivering simple to complex information. Provides immediate supervision to a unit or group of two or more employees, assigning tasks, checking work at frequent intervals, and maintaining schedules. Completes performance appraisal recommendations, and recommends job classifications.

Requirements

A minimum of a High School diploma is required
Two (2) years of related experience is required
Basic decision making and problem solving skills.
Basic supervision and team building skills.
Good communication skills.
Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite or Google Workspace.
Basic data analysis and presentation skills.
General office equipment and materials.

Nice To Haves

an Associate’s degree is preferred
Two (2) or more years of related experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Assign work assignments based on daily department needs, ensure quality products are produced and achieve department metrics.
Conduct people leader activities which may include approving time off, conducting performance appraisals, coaching and disciplinary action and maintaining company policies and procedures.
Communicate both written and orally the daily schedules, goals, quality issues/concerns to employees, other shifts, and support staff including supervisors and managers to ensure customer expectations are met.
Ensure individuals are trained to the appropriate assembly build instructions and ensures personnel are compliant with all applicable training requirements.
Intelligently flex those you oversee to meet customer schedules based on training and skill sets.
Support and lead improvement initiatives and participates actively to improve work environment which includes improving safety, cleanliness, product quality and efficiency. This includes generating new and innovated solutions to complex problems.