Production Lead

Role details

Job Summary

Production Lead will serve as right hand and/or back up to the Production Supervisor. This individual will be responsible for coordinating the activities of the production team to ensure efficient and high-quality production of plastic molded products are manufactured in a safe and productive work environment.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Production supportive team member in day-to-day operations, assigning work and tasks as necessary to meet safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity requirements.
• Provide guidance, training, coaching, and performance feedback to develop a skilled, accountable, and engaged workforce.
• Provide technical support and assist in troubleshooting equipment issues.
• Address mechanical, operational, and technical downtime issues within department.
• Perform jobs and tasks as assigned by the Production Supervisor, Plant Manager or other authorized management to support production and overall plant requirements.
• Set the standard through personal example, accountability, professionalism, safety, and work ethic.
• Effectively communicate expectations, priorities, production status, safety concerns, and operational issues to team members, peers, and cross-functional partners.
• Production Planning and Scheduling:

• Collaborate with Production Supervisor to schedule optimized production runs and ensure on-time delivery of products.
• Optimize production processes to achieve maximum efficiency and output.

• Quality Control:
• Implement and enforce quality control standards to ensure that products meet specified criteria.
• Monitor production processes and address any deviations from quality standards promptly.
• Process Improvement:
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement changes to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Work closely with Manufacturing Engineer and Process Engineer to optimize tooling and mold processes.

• Environment, Health, and Safety:
• Follow safety protocols, company policies, procedures, and work instructions
• Participate in regular safety meetings and inspections to maintain a safe working environment.
• Equipment Maintenance:
• Partner with maintenance team to ensure the timely maintenance and calibration of injection molding machines and related equipment.
• Coordinate with the maintenance team to address any equipment malfunctions promptly.
• Documentation and Reporting:
• Maintain accurate production records, including production reports, quality control data, and employee performance records.
• Prepare and present regular reports on production performance and key metrics.
• Team Collaboration:
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, quality assurance, and logistics, to achieve overall business objectives.
• Foster a collaborative and positive work culture through effective, timely, and respectful communication with team members, peers, and cross-functional partners.
• Continuous Improvement:
• Drive continuous improvement efforts to identify and eliminate waste, reduce cost, and improve quality.

Job Qualifications:

• AAS degree or related job experience, in a technical discipline; mechanical or manufacturing engineering preferred.
• Experience using various types of manufacturing machinery and tools.
• Must successfully complete required training and maintain certification/qualification to safely operate designated plant machines and equipment as needed, including forklifts, injection molding machines, extrusion lines, welding cells, and shredder/grinder equipment.
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated with a results-driven approach
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must be able to lift to 50 lbs.
• Computer skills, including proficiency with MS Office applications, is a plus.
• Strong multi-tasking skills. Completes several concurrent tasks in an efficient and accurate manner.

Competencies:

• Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed indoors in a manufacturing setting with regular exposure to cold, heat, noise, and moving machines and equipment. Must be able to lift to 50 lbs, push and pull up to 40 lbs, lift, stand and carry consistently, have proper hearing, vision, and speech capabilities. Can wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Hearing protection, safety glasses, goggles, or shields).