Nc Production/Manufacturing Lead Person

Marketing Decore Approved•Monroe, NC

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About The Position

The Production/Manufacturing Lead Person provides front-line support for activities and personnel in the Streamline Cabinets and Dowell Drawer Boxes department. The role leads daily huddles, uses daily shipping applications to set goals and work assignments, and serves as the primary communication link between management and production team members. The Lead Person is expected to operate all equipment in the area and perform the processes required to produce cabinets, face frames, and Dowell drawer boxes. The position provides technical guidance, coaching, and hands-on training; coordinates materials and equipment needs; supports safe, organized, and efficient operations; and helps implement standardized work and approved process improvements. It also contributes to continuous improvement and cross-functional initiatives while promoting safety, quality, productivity, and accountability.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least six months of related experience in a lead person role.
Demonstrated experience operating machinery safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
Comfort speaking in front of groups and delivering training or presentations.
Proficiency in basic mathematics and computer applications.
Strong leadership, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to motivate and support team members.
Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds periodically.
Commitment to workplace safety, quality standards, and continuous improvement principles.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual abilities.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary link between management and production team members to support clear communication and efficient daily operations.
Deliver daily huddles and coordinate daily goals, assignments, task priorities, and expectations with the Supervisor/Manager and team members.
Operate equipment in the department and perform processes required for cabinets, face frames, and Dowell drawer boxes.
Provide technical expertise, coaching, guidance, and hands-on training to support employee development and operational excellence.
Monitor inventory needs and coordinate replenishment of materials, tools, and supplies.
Inspect equipment routinely and communicate maintenance or repair needs to leadership.
Support the organization and maintenance of machinery, workstations, and materials to promote a safe and efficient work environment.
Develop and maintain standardized work instructions, visual aids, Job Instruction Breakdowns (JIBs), training materials, and operating procedures.
Lead implementation of approved process improvements and ensure team members are trained on process changes.
Promote safety, quality, productivity, and accountability by following company standards and leading by example.
Drive continuous improvement using Lean Manufacturing tools, including Root Cause Analysis (RCA), PK, 5 Whys, 2-Second Lean (2SL), and Kaizen methodologies.
Foster a positive, team-oriented environment that supports ownership, collaboration, and effective conflict resolution.
Participate in cross-functional projects, improvement teams, and Kaizen events.
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by department leadership.