Shift Lead, Production

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Join our dynamic team as a Technical Shift Lead, where you will play a crucial role in driving operational excellence and fostering a culture of safety and quality. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and support production employees, ensuring a seamless workflow while mentoring new talent in a fast-paced environment.

The Technical Shift Lead provides day-to-day coordination and hands-on support for production employees within their assigned department and shift. This position supports the Production Supervisor by ensuring that all safety, quality, and production standards are met while maintaining a smooth product flow through the department. The Shift Lead serves as the on-shift training lead for new employees, assists with changeovers and workflow organization, and acts as the department’s primary safety champion.

JOB FUNCTIONS: Job functions include but are not limited to the following.

Production & Workflow Coordination:

• Lead daily production activities to ensure safe, efficient, and continuous operation of assigned lines or work areas.
• Coordinate product flow, line changeovers, and material staging to minimize downtime and maintain schedule adherence.
• Monitor product quality, line performance, and process consistency; promptly communicate deviations to the Supervisor.
• Assist with basic troubleshooting and ensure issues are escalated appropriately.
• Fill in across various production roles as needed to maintain staffing coverage and line operation.

Training & Employee Support:

• Serve as the primary training coordinator for new employees within the department and on the assigned shift.
• Ensure new employees understand safety requirements, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and quality expectations.
• Provide ongoing coaching, mentoring, and skill reinforcement to maintain consistent performance.
• Assist the Production Supervisor in evaluating training needs.

Safety & Compliance:

• Act as the Safety Champion for the assigned shift and department; model and enforce all company safety policies;
  Escalate issues or concerns as necessary.
• Conduct and document safety observations, report hazards, and participate in incident or near-miss investigations.
• Ensure proper use of PPE, lock-out/tag-out procedures, and housekeeping standards are maintained throughout the shift.

Leadership & Communication:

• Serve as the first point of contact for production employees when the Supervisor is unavailable.
• Communicate daily priorities, performance hen goals, and shift handoffs clearly and accurately.
• Foster teamwork, respect, and accountability among team members to maintain a positive, productive work environment.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflow efficiency, safety practices, and product quality.
• Participate in problem-solving teams, audits, and improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate shift logs, changeover records, and production reporting as assigned.

General:

• Embody EGGER Core Principles in all work activity.
• Other duties & projects as assigned.

SCHEDULE DEMANDS

• Ability to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays as needed to support production demands.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, heat, dust, and moving equipment.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, and communicate effectively throughout the shift.
• Sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods of time up to 12-hours.
• Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Reading computer screen or other electronic devices.
• Use of various office hand and electrical tools or equipment.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED required; post-secondary technical training preferred.
• Minimum 2–3 years of production experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Prior experience in a lead or trainer role strongly preferred.
• Valid Driver's License.

SKILLS

• Demonstrated leadership ability with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing operations, safety practices, and quality standards.
• Ability to train, coach, and influence peers in a positive and respectful manner.
• Competent in basic computer skills (SAP…