Production Leader- Crew 3 Control Box

AAON, Inc.•Longview, TX

About The Position

The Production Leader leads and coordinates the daily activities of a team to ensure production processes run smoothly, products meet quality standards, and safety measures are followed. The role includes completing AAON’s Production Leader Program and working with management to meet production targets. The position also supports process optimization, inventory management, performance reporting, and communication of production status and challenges to management. This is a safety-sensitive position subject to drug and alcohol testing, including random testing. Duties may change, and the employee may be asked to perform additional functions. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for employees with disabilities, absent undue hardship.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Three years of experience in a production or manufacturing role is preferred.
Strong knowledge of production processes, quality control, and safety regulations.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Good organizational and time-management skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and production management software and systems.
Ability to obtain and maintain 608 universal refrigerant certification.
Ability to communicate in written and spoken English.
Ability to regularly lift and move objects up to 50 lbs.
Ability to stand, bend, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods during a shift.
Ability to wear proper personal protective equipment.
Ability to work in manufacturing facilities and regularly be exposed to varying and extreme temperatures, loud noises, dust, chemical fumes, sharp metal objects, and heavy forklift traffic.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of workers by assigning tasks and providing guidance.
Motivate and mentor team members to maximize productivity and quality.
Collaborate with the management team to ensure production targets are met.
Allocate labor, equipment, and materials to support the production plan.
Monitor and enforce quality control processes to ensure products meet established standards.
Investigate and address production- and quality-related issues.
Ensure safety protocols and regulations are followed.
Conduct safety training and audits and recommend safety improvements.
Identify opportunities to optimize processes and improve efficiency.
Implement changes and oversee process improvements to enhance productivity.
Maintain accurate inventory levels of raw materials and finished products.
Coordinate with inventory control teams to minimize waste and optimize stock levels.
Generate regular reports on productivity, quality, and efficiency metrics.
Provide management with regular updates on production status and challenges.
Complete AAON’s Production Leader Program.