Production Team-Lead - 2nd Shift
About The Position
Peninsula Plastics is seeking a reliable, motivated, and experienced Production Team Lead for their 2nd Shift manufacturing team. The company specializes in manufacturing high-quality, reusable plastic packaging solutions and is a leader in the thermoforming industry. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader who can guide the production team, support daily manufacturing operations, and maintain a safe, productive, and team-oriented work environment. This role involves overseeing a small team of machine operators, assisting with equipment setup and troubleshooting, and collaborating with production supervisors to ensure smooth operations during the shift.
Requirements
- Previous experience in injection molding or thermoforming manufacturing.
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to guide and support a small production team.
- Familiarity with manufacturing equipment, production processes, and plant tools.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot production-related issues.
- Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Basic computer proficiency and the ability to maintain accurate production documentation.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand for extended periods (8+ hours).
- Ability to perform hands-on manufacturing duties in a production environment.
Nice To Haves
- Thermoforming experience is preferred.
- Hands-on experience operating or setting up thermoforming machinery.
- Previous experience as a Production Team Lead, Shift Lead, or Manufacturing Supervisor.
- Experience with equipment adjustments, troubleshooting, and process improvements.
- Background in industrial maintenance or plant operations.
Responsibilities
- Lead and support a team of approximately 2–4 machine operators during daily production operations.
- Provide hands-on training and guidance to ensure employees follow proper operating procedures and safety standards.
- Monitor production progress, identify potential delays, and help ensure daily production targets are achieved.
- Communicate with production supervisors regarding equipment performance, production concerns, and upcoming orders.
- Assist with employee performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to team members.
- Assist with setting up, adjusting, and fine-tuning thermoforming machinery.
- Operate manufacturing equipment according to established procedures.
- Troubleshoot equipment and production issues to minimize downtime and maintain workflow.
- Use hand and power tools, including routers, drills, scrapers, and deburring tools.
- Load and unload equipment and materials as needed to support production.
- Maintain accurate equipment readings, production logs, and required documentation.
- Ensure production areas remain clean, organized, and compliant with workplace safety standards.
- Assist with developing and improving work-cell layouts to maximize efficiency.
- Identify opportunities to improve production processes, workflow, and equipment performance.
- Support production supervisors with additional tasks to ensure successful shift operations.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental Reimbursement, Vision, Life Insurance, and more after 60 days
- 401K with Company match 50% up to 6%
- Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Sick Days, etc.
- Career Advancement Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
