Shop Lead

Dejana Truck & Utility Equipment • Queensbury, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

A Shop Lead will be responsible for leading shop floor associates (SFA’s) in a manufacturing environment, overseeing daily operations on the shop floor to ensure production goals are met safely, efficiently, and with high quality. This role acts as the first line of leadership for shop employees, providing guidance, direction, and support while maintaining open communication with supervisors and management. Perform daily production tasks while leading by example, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards. Position requires the ability to concentrate on fine detail with constant interruption and attend tasks for 20 to 45 minutes at a time. Conduct hands-on QC checks throughout the shift, including first-piece, in-process, and final inspections, document findings and correct defects immediately. Operate machinery, tools, and equipment as needed to support production flow and cover manpower gaps. Assist with setup, changeovers, and adjustments to machines to maintain consistent output and reduce downtime. Maintain a clean and safe work area by performing regular housekeeping and proactively addressing safety risks by completing safety audits. Coordinate daily workflow on the floor, assigning tasks and helping team members troubleshoot issues as they arise. Train and coach operators directly at the workstation on best practices, safe operation, and proper use of tools and materials. Monitor material usage, verify correct parts are being used, and ensure processes are followed to produce products that meet specifications. Participate directly in problem-solving, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions for quality or process issues. Communicate production needs, quality concerns, and equipment problems to supervisors and maintenance in real time. The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.

Requirements

• Good vision, ability to follow oral and written instructions; detail oriented and organized; self-motivated and able to meet manufacturing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic mechanical and/or electrical skills.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools.
• Possess and be able to use basic hand tools.
• Ability to remember multiple tasks and communicate verbally and written.
• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Ability to read blueprints, work orders, and production schedules.
• Proven experience leading employees working in a team environment.
• Mechanically inclined and self-motivated.
• Eligible to work in the US.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a manufacturing environment with exposure to shop floor processes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leading shop floor associates (SFA’s) in a manufacturing environment.
• Overseeing daily operations on the shop floor to ensure production goals are met safely, efficiently, and with high quality.
• Acting as the first line of leadership for shop employees, providing guidance, direction, and support.
• Performing daily production tasks while leading by example.
• Conducting hands-on QC checks throughout the shift, including first-piece, in-process, and final inspections, documenting findings and correcting defects immediately.
• Operating machinery, tools, and equipment as needed to support production flow and cover manpower gaps.
• Assisting with setup, changeovers, and adjustments to machines to maintain consistent output and reduce downtime.
• Maintaining a clean and safe work area by performing regular housekeeping and proactively addressing safety risks by completing safety audits.
• Coordinating daily workflow on the floor, assigning tasks and helping team members troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Training and coaching operators directly at the workstation on best practices, safe operation, and proper use of tools and materials.
• Monitoring material usage, verifying correct parts are being used, and ensuring processes are followed to produce products that meet specifications.
• Participating directly in problem-solving, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions for quality or process issues.
• Communicating production needs, quality concerns, and equipment problems to supervisors and maintenance in real time.

Benefits

• Hourly rates ranging from $26.32/hr - $40.65/hr.
• On the job training.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• A fulfilling career with the ability to contribute to an Industry leader.
• A comprehensive suite of benefits.
• A generous 401k match.
• Profit sharing for all full-time employees.
• GEDWorks program sponsorship to help employees or their family members earn their GED.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed