Production Tech II Shift Lead (Friday-Sunday, 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
About The Position
The Production Tech II Shift Lead executes production processes according to provided documentation and AVEKA’s quality and safety systems. The role sets up, operates, and cleans production jobs, which may include moving and assembling equipment, using forklifts or pallet jacks, manually moving drums, cleaning equipment and work areas, completing associated documentation, and preparing products for shipping. The position also assists engineers with setting up and implementing new processes, reports maintenance issues, and works with Production Management and Production Engineering to identify process improvements and efficiency gains. As Shift Lead, the role gives work direction to operators, prioritizes duties to meet the production schedule, sends daily shift updates, and audits production processes and paperwork for accuracy and output requirements. The position is a member of the Emergency Response Team. The job is based at the Woodbury, Minnesota manufacturing facility and is scheduled Friday through Sunday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Work is primarily on the manufacturing floor, with some general office work. The environment may be loud, warm, humid, dusty, dirty, and/or have debris and odors; some products contain allergens. The role requires use of appropriate personal protective equipment. Reasonable accommodations will be considered under ADA requirements.
Requirements
- Strong problem-solving ability and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to independently organize and prioritize multiple tasks.
- Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment.
- Ability to read, interpret, apply, and communicate technical information, including drawings, statistical data, and specifications.
- Knowledge of and ability to use personal computers and certain software.
- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with individuals at all levels of the organization.
- Knowledge of equipment, production, and packaging processes.
- Ability to perform the stated physical tasks, including frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds and moving heavier objects with mechanical assistance.
- Ability to operate forklifts, fork trucks, pallet jacks, hoists, and other material-moving equipment.
- Ability to properly wear required personal protective equipment.
Responsibilities
- Execute production processes according to provided documentation and AVEKA’s quality and safety systems.
- Set up, operate, and clean production jobs, including moving and assembling equipment, using forklifts or pallet jacks, manually moving drums, and cleaning equipment and surrounding areas.
- Review and complete associated production documentation.
- Prepare products for shipping.
- Meet deadlines and goals set by management.
- Assist engineers with the setup and implementation of new processes.
- Report maintenance issues or requests to Facility Management or another supervisor.
- Work with Production Management and Production Engineering to identify process improvements and increased efficiency.
- Give work direction to operators and prioritize duties to meet the production schedule.
- Complete and send daily shift updates.
- Audit processes and paperwork during the production shift to ensure accuracy and required output.
- Serve as a member of the Emergency Response Team.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
