Production Team Lead

Seal & Design•Clarence, NY

2d•$25 - $28

About The Position

The Production Team Lead leads, manages, and holds direct reports accountable while supporting hiring, onboarding, training, daily production planning, and performance management. The role monitors productivity and department KPIs, provides equipment troubleshooting, and helps maintain safety, quality, efficiency, and 5S standards. The position coordinates fabrication work and resources using MRP software and the Lead Scheduler assignment. It ensures jobs are set up efficiently, materials are available at machine locations, tooling is maintained, and material and labor usage are controlled. The Production Team Lead may operate department equipment and conduct first-piece inspections as needed, while supporting continuous improvement and communicating issues that could affect shipping due dates.

Requirements

Associate degree (AA) in a technical discipline and 1–2 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficiency working in a computer-supported environment with business software and Microsoft Office programs.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, use simple math, and use basic handheld measuring tools.
Mechanical and technical aptitude.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Ability to manage priorities and workflow and multitask.
Versatility, flexibility, and willingness to work amid constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.

Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and hold all direct reports accountable.
Participate in vetting, selection, and onboarding.
Monitor efficiency and productivity to ensure expectations are met or exceeded.
Train employees on equipment and provide hands-on troubleshooting assistance with department equipment.
Communicate daily schedules and job priorities through Lead Scheduler assignments.
Conduct formal and just-in-time coaching.
Conduct performance reviews and facilitate disciplinary action with the area supervisor.
Meet or exceed department KPIs for safety, quality, efficiency, and 5S.
Facilitate continuous improvement processes to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
Use MRP software for planning and scheduling and perform Lead Scheduler duties.
Set up jobs according to departmental needs to support maximum efficiency and quality.
Manage resources and limit excess material and labor usage.
Ensure materials are available and ready for fabrication at machine locations.
Perform first-piece inspections for new fabrication runs when necessary.
Ensure tooling is maintained and stored properly, moving tooling to put away as needed.
Communicate with Sales about issues that could prevent shipping due dates from being met.
Complete the daily labor report with necessary updates.
Operate department equipment and fabrication runs as needed.
Control inventory movement and validate department bin inventory through bin status reconciliation.
Enforce safety policies and practices, identify hazards, and work with management on corrective actions.
Provide expertise and direction to employees throughout the shop.