Associate Operations Leader

Responsibilities

• Promote and maintain a safe work environment at all times
• Monitor crew behaviors and plant conditions to address risks proactively
• Participate in accident investigations and Behavior-Based Safety (BBS) initiatives
• Administer first aid as needed
• Lead daily production activities to meet operational targets
• Direct and support hourly employees on shift
• Manage scheduling, overtime, vacations, and attendance
• Ensure accurate production reporting and documentation
• Troubleshoot downtime, equipment, and quality issues
• Coincide closely with Maintenance on repairs and preventive maintenance
• Ensure adherence to process control plans and quality standards
• Address and communicate product or process concerns
• Reinforce accountability for product quality with team members
• Drive improvements in machine performance and efficiency
• Identify preventative maintenance opportunities
• Partner with operators, maintenance, and engineering to enhance processes
• Support on-time production and customer needs
• Communicate production risks and constraints effectively
• Adhere to and support company quality, environmental, health & safety, and certification standards, including ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, IATF 16949:2016, and ASI Certifications, where applicable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5 years of Manufacturing environment experience
• Union environment experience
• Strong leadership and team management abilities
• Excellent communication (verbal and written)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer systems
• Ability to handle employee relations matters professionally and fairly