Shift Leader

AHF•Cartersville, GA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

AHF Products has a job opportunity for a Shift Leader to be located at our plant in Cartersville, GA. The Shift Leader will oversee the daily operations of the extrusion department during assigned shifts. This role ensures that production goals are met safely, efficiently, and with the highest quality standards. The Shift Leader coordinates operators and support staff, monitors machine performance, and maintains compliance with company policies and production schedules.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent; technical or vocational training preferred
3+ years experience in manufacturing or extrusion operations
Previous leadership or team lead experience preferred
Strong understanding of extrusion processes and equipment
Ability to read and interpret production schedules, technical drawings, and work instructions
Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Must be able to successfully complete and pass a background check, employment verification and drug screening
Positive and Verifiable Work History
Frequently will push, pull, carry, and lift up to 50lbs.
Frequent walking, standing, stretching, bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, grasping, and repetitive movements
Occasionally required to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
Frequently must be able to work in moderate noise, up to 83 decibels.
Exposure to noise environment requiring hearing protection.
Must be able and willing to work in non-temperature-controlled environment, exposed to weather conditions.
Make decisions
Develop options and implement solutions
Work with a team
Maintain regular and punctual attendance (consistent with ADA and/or FMLA)
Attention to detail
Communicate effectively
Multitask in a fast-paced environment
Work with a Sense of Urgency

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate daily extrusion operations on the manufacturing floor.
Ensure machines are set up and operating according to specifications and production schedules.
Monitor extrusion lines for efficiency, product quality, and output rates.
Adjust machine settings and process parameters as needed to maintain optimal performance.
Support troubleshooting of extrusion equipment and coordinate maintenance when needed.
Direct and support machine operators, packers, and other production staff during the shift.
Provide on-the-job training, coaching, and feedback to team members.
Assign tasks based on skill level and production priorities.
Promote teamwork, communication, and a positive work environment.
Enforce all safety, health, and environmental policies and procedures.
Conduct pre-shift safety checks and ensure proper use of PPE.
Immediately report and address safety incidents, equipment malfunctions, or quality issues.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area (5S / housekeeping standards).
Ensure products meet quality specifications and document inspection results.
Collaborate with quality control staff to resolve deviations or nonconformances.
Implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence of quality issues.
Complete shift reports, production logs, downtime records, and other required documentation.
Communicate shift performance, issues, and changes to the next shift and production management.
Monitor material usage and request supplies or raw materials as needed.