Production Sign Department Lead

Cima Network, Inc.•New Britain Township, PA

13h•Onsite

About The Position

The Channel Letter Department Lead is responsible for leading all aspects of the Channel Letter Department, ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacture of illuminated signage. This role is accountable for department performance, employee development, quality, productivity, scheduling, continuous improvement, and accurate production reporting within M1. The Lead partners with other manufacturing departments to consistently deliver products that exceed customer expectations.

Requirements

3+ years manufacturing leadership preferred.
Strong knowledge of channel letter fabrication and electrical assembly.
Experience with M1 ERP or similar manufacturing software.
Ability to read blueprints and work orders.
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Lean Manufacturing experience preferred.
Basic math is needed.
Must be able to read and understand blueprints, manuals, and work with computers, electric tools and machine.

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, mentor, and develop department employees.
Conduct interviewing, onboarding, performance reviews, coaching, and corrective actions.
Create cross-training plans and succession planning.
Promote accountability, teamwork, and a positive culture.
Coordinate daily production schedules and labor priorities.
Meet or exceed quoted labor estimates.
Ensure real-time M1 labor reporting and job completion accuracy.
Communicate production risks and recovery plans.
Maintain 100% compliance with Cima quality standards.
Reduce rework through root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
Perform in-process and final quality inspections.
Maintain a safe department compliant with OSHA and company policies.
Lead safety meetings and corrective actions.
Ensure PPE and equipment guarding compliance.
Maintain adequate material inventory with zero preventable stock-outs.
Coordinate preventative maintenance and equipment repairs.
Improve workflow using Lean manufacturing principles.
Reduce waste and improve labor efficiency.
Standardize work instructions and best practices.