Production Lead: Quality, Safety & KPI Focus

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as deemed necessary.

Oversee efficient flow of product; striving to make sure component parts, containers and production supplies are always at the line to eliminate any line stoppage.

• Responsible for product quality, and workmanship of the department.
• Assists with developing and implementing corrective actions that will drive positive KPI performance.
• Assigns work based on the daily production schedule; and if necessary, makes adjustments as requested by supervisors and planners.
• Anticipate production delays, material shortages, equipment malfunctions, etc. and where feasible implement procedures to offset loss of labor hours and schedule interruptions.
• Communicates necessary repairs of equipment to avoid excessive downtime.
• Monitor use of safety devices, equipment, departmental housekeeping, and maintain constant alert for hazardous conditions. Ensures proper safety behaviors are being followed.
• Ensure appropriate paperwork is properly completed for effective process tracking to support Quality and continuous improvement efforts.
• Assists mentors with Operator training as needed.
• Initiate communication with appropriate personnel when external input/help is needed on production or quality issues.
• Works with department supervisor to maintain conformance with Company policies and procedures. Participates in disciplinary measures as appropriate.
• Provide input on employee performance and training opportunities.
• Serves as a back up to the Operations Supervisor as needed.
• Other duties as assigned

Must have a High School degree or GED. Ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with previous leadership experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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