Hose Production Lead

Primary Duties

• Leads the day-to-day hose production operations and participates in production activities to learn processes, suggest improvements, and meet deadlines.
• Ensures adherence to quality assurance procedures and communicates with the Hose Production Supervisor.
• Acts as first line supervisor for hose production personnel; motivates and oversees day-to-day tasks/operations.
• Plan and schedule production runs based on customer orders and inventory levels.
• Monitor production progress to identify potential delays and implement corrective actions.
• Optimize workflow and production processes to maximize efficiency and minimize waste.
• Conduct regular quality checks on assembled hoses to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Identify and address quality issues, implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain detailed documentation of quality control procedures and results.
• Monitor the condition of hose assembly machinery and report any maintenance needs to the appropriate personnel.
• Ensure proper operation and safety of all equipment used in the production process.
• Enforces company safety policies to maintain a safe and clean workplace.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Excellent written & oral communication and strong relationship building skills required.
• Detail oriented with solid organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced work environment.
• Understanding of hose assembly processes, including different types of hoses, fittings, and crimping techniques.
• Experience with industrial distribution preferred.
• Familiarity with industrial and hydraulic hose and fittings, especially Parker Hannifin a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high quality standards.
• Ability to identify and resolve issues efficiently within the production process.
• Effective communication with both team members and management to ensure clear instructions and reporting.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

Physical Demands And Work Environment

• Occasionally lifting objects up to 70 pounds, bending to retrieve equipment, parts, hose reels, to perform pressure testing and to push, pull or slide heavy objects.
• Frequent repetitive grasping, twisting, pushing, and pulling use of the hands.
• Sometimes we use hydraulic crimping equipment, saws, pressure testing stand, small power tools, and various other hand tools.
• Some materials or processes used in hose production may generate odors.
• Hose production is in a non-air-conditioned area of our facility which may experience high or low seasonal temperatures.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) Investment Plan
• Life Insurance
• Paid holidays/vacation/sick time