The Manufacturing Lead is responsible for leading non-exempt employees involved in production, assembling, subassembly, or fabrication operations. The role involves managing day-to-day workflow, reviewing production schedules, and informing employees of production and material problems. The Manufacturing Lead is also responsible for driving cross-functional problem-solving, handling unexpected demands, and adapting to new situations.
Requirements
- Leads non-exempt employees involved in production, assembling, subassembly, or fabrication operations
- Manages the day-to-day workflow of subordinate non-exempt workers
- Reviews production schedules, material, and manpower resources for adequacy
- Informs assigned employee of production and material problems and coordinates with support groups to resolve problems affecting schedules
- Drives cross-functional problem-solving with project team and Quality personnel to meet objectives
- Handles unexpected demands and adapts effort to new situations
- Assigns and monitors individual members' workloads in order to meet goals (long and short term) as set by the Operations Manager
- Resolves problems and breaks down barriers which can cause processing delays or impair productivity
- Maintains a productive environment and positive company image
- Provides continuous communication flow between resources, other departments
- Strives to understand and be proficient at each operation and task in the area to be able to provide specific assistance wherever needed
- Takes personal responsibility for quality and throughput in the area
- Maintains current documentation and stays informed of issues and concerns affecting production
- Communicates needs and priorities to the Manager/Supervisors, QC, and Engineering as needed
- Assists the Manager/Supervisor with personnel issues by monitoring and reporting issues or concerns with group members or problems interacting with other groups
- Encourages cross-training of all production tasks to promote flexibility and employee value
- Promotes positive teamwork and company morale within the group
- Discourages negativity, 'trash talk,' or activities that interfere with productivity
- Encourages team members to get involved with company activities and attend events/employee meetings, etc.
- Mentors members and coaches the next generation of Group Leads
Benefits
- Competitive salaries
- Comprehensive benefits
- Health and wellness programs
- Career development
- Generous retirement savings plan with company match
