Production Lead
Production Lead
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4years
$ $ 22 - 24
1 Vacancy
Job Description
Busy and successful manufacturing company is looking for a Production Lead for their 2nd shift. Must have past experience in manufacturing ideally in an environment with machine operators and general assembly. The ideal candidate is a strong leader who is able to lead mentor train and be a resource for the team. (Shop is clean and air conditioned!)
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE PRODUCTION LEAD:
- Maintains a positive work atmosphere by communicating in a professional manner with customers suppliers coworkers and management.
- Functions as a liaison between production and other departments.
- Assigns personnel to production work centers based on employee qualification and availability.
- Plans sequence of manufacturing operations for production personnel when Production Scheduler not present.
- Contributes to a safe working environment by addressing any unsafe behavior and correcting and/or reporting any unsafe conditions.
- Addresses minor employee issues.
- Provides input for employee appraisals.
- Monitors work order status (location of material and estimated time to completion).
- Coordinates production with Scheduler to insure that completed orders are shipped on time.
- Provides backup for Material Handler during lead hours.
- Holds team accountable for safety Quality Productivity and Efficiency targets
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and able to suggesting process improvements
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS OF THE PRODUCTION LEAD:
- One year certificate from college or technical school; or 2years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Maintains computer proficiency on PC using companys chosen software products and on inhouse systems as applicable to position responsibilities.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to communicate in written form and document observations.
- Ability to add subtract multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate ratio and percent.
- Manufacturing and / or assembly experience
- Background in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement
Benefits
Production Lead Safety Quality Continuous Improvement
Education
Open
Employment Type
Full Time
