Production Team Lead – Manufacturing

• Employee Type Full Time Exempt
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others Yes

Description

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

To plan and manage the overall Production activities for AMA Railing Dept at Saks Warehouse building. Directs and coordinates activities of technicians and associate employees in a High Volume Manufacturing (HVM) environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

SUPERVISION

• Works under the administrative direction of the Operations Manager. Performs assignments/duties within broad parameters defined by general organizational requirements and accepted practices.
• Implements and maintains a Production process that complies with established internal documentation.
• Responsible for managing, directing, and coordinating the activities of upwards of 50 employees. Plans daily Production operations, establishing priorities and sequences for producing product.
• Ensures products are assembled according to company standards as outlined in Work Instructions.
• Coordinates Production activities to insure quantity and quality of products meets established specifications.
• Ensures Production employees have been trained and understand each Work Instruction for their function(s) in a timely manner, then providing prompt performance feedback to employees.
• Ensures all required documentation for Production, training, etc. is completed timely and accurately.
• Directs the workflow in the department and schedules work hours for assigned employees.
• Responsible for performing all supervisory functions of hiring, evaluating, disciplining and approving employee-related transactions.
• Collects, monitors and maintains performance metrics.
• Supports the development and improvement of processes for assembly lines, warehouses and other service operations.
• Follows all Quality System and ISO requirements
• Works as part of the team with strong leadership skills supporting a positive team-oriented environment with collaboration and diplomacy.
• Adheres to and supports QMN’s Corporate Policies and Procedures.

SAFETY

• Maintains a clean and safe work environment through safety training for employees, identifying hazards in the work place and correcting them, and providing discipline, when necessary, for violation of Company safety rules.
• Ensures all Production employees are wearing the appropriate PPE.
• Responsible for ensuring all Production employees are utilizing proper lifting and material movement techniques at all times.
• Responsible for ensuring all work related injuries are reported immediately to Human Resources and/or Environmental, Health and Safety departments.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Production and Operations Management or related fieldpreferred.
• Two (2) to Five (5) years experience in a high volume manufacturing environment.
• Minimum two (2) years supervisory experience.
• Previous experience in electronic manufacturing preferred.
• Experience in writing procedures according to applicable regulations.
• Training and/or experience implementing manufacturing processes and procedures.
• Certificate in manufacturing or process improvement preferred.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong knowledge of a Windows Environment:
  Excel, Word, Power Point, Internet.
• Capability to complete projects under tight deadlines, even when there are competing requirements and changes in assignments.
• Ability to pivot priorities without notice and manage concurrent responsibilities.
• Detail-oriented with analytical skills.
• Ability to positively motivate employees and build morale – strong team-oriented mindset.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to use tact and diplomacy.
• Excellent planning and organization skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills – clear written and spoken English.
• Able to maintain confidentiality.
• Must be self-motivated with ability to use own initiative.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to walk and stand on cement floors for long periods.
• Able to sit at desk and use/view computer for prolonged periods of time, up to 8 hours daily.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Hectic, fast paced with multi-level distractions.
• Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled warehouse environment
• Professional, yet casual work environment

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Ability to work overtime/extended hours as needed.