Mixing Lead

Description Help Drive Quality and Efficiency in Manufacturing

At GSM Outdoors, we're passionate about producing high-quality products that outdoor enthusiasts trust. As the parent company of industry-leading brands including Stealth Cam, Walker's, Muddy, Birchwood Casey, TRUGLO, Hunter Specialties, Big Bite Baits, Cuda, and many more, we rely on dedicated manufacturing professionals to keep our operations running safely and efficiently.

We're looking for a Mixing Lead to oversee daily mixing operations, coordinate production activities, and support the Production Supervisor in leading the team. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for ensuring equipment is operating efficiently, production documentation is completed accurately, raw materials are managed effectively, and safety and quality standards are consistently met.

If you're an organized, safety-focused leader with manufacturing experience and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.

The Mixing Lead is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the mixing department, including equipment setup, operation, maintenance coordination, inventory tracking, and production reporting. This position serves as a working leader who assists with training team members, maintaining production standards, and ensuring the department operates safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company quality expectations.

• Oversee daily mixing operations to ensure production schedules and quality standards are achieved.
• Coordinate equipment setup, startup, operation, changeovers, shutdown, and cleanup.
• Monitor mixing equipment and machinery to ensure proper operation and report maintenance needs promptly.
• Assist in troubleshooting equipment issues and elevate concerns when necessary.
• Ensure production processes are followed consistently and efficiently.

• Assist the Production Supervisor with training, coaching, evaluating, and developing production employees.
• Reinforce company policies, safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive work environment.
• Help ensure staffing needs and workflow priorities are met throughout each shift.

• Complete and review Daily Mixer Reports, Work-in-Process (WIP) reports, silo reports, and inventory documentation.
• Monitor and maintain accurate inventory records for raw materials and consumable items.
• Perform cycle counts of raw materials and assist with inventory reconciliation.
• Report raw material shortages to Production leadership to minimize production delays.

• Promote a clean, organized, and safe work environment throughout the department.
• Ensure all equipment, workstations, and production areas remain clean and organized.
• Report safety concerns, equipment malfunctions, forklift issues, and maintenance needs promptly.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, efficiency, and product quality.
• Ensure employees follow all company safety procedures and properly utilize required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent work experience.
• 1–3+ years of manufacturing or production experience.
• Previous experience operating mixing equipment or manufacturing machinery preferred.
• Experience operating a forklift or willingness to become forklift certified.
• Basic mechanical aptitude with the ability to use common hand tools.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to effectively work with individuals and cross-functional teams.
• Basic computer proficiency and math skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Demonstrated leadership potential with the ability to train and support team members.

This position requires the ability to:

• Stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Frequently lift, push, pull, and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Bend, twist, reach, climb, and perform repetitive physical tasks.
• Operate forklifts and manufacturing equipment safely.
• Work in a manufacturing…