Production Group Leader - 2nd Shift

About the role

The Production Group Leader I develops work teams dedicated to producing high-quality products, meeting production requirements, and practicing continuous improvement. This role manages the business of the assigned manufacturing area with regard to people, safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

Responsibilities

• Promote physical, emotional, and professional safety of all team members.
• Provide resources and remove barriers allowing teams to be effective.
• Lead and manage a team of direct reports including recordkeeping, time-tracking, training/development, and managing performance.
• Communicate the company’s policies and objectives and interface between employees and the company.
• Emphasize, demonstrate, and coach commitment to continuous improvement through lean manufacturing practices utilizing 5S, 8 Forms of Waste, etc.
• Demonstrate technical knowledge of current and new equipment and/or processes to support their development and optimization.
• Lead and/or participate in cross-functional teams regarding the concentration and execution of corrective actions by identifying the root cause (5 Why’s, 8D’s).
• Own and communicate departmental key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Create a positive working environment that eliminates fear and intimidation and fosters team growth and professionalism.
• Interface with other departments on the production groups’ behalf to ensure company quality standards and customer requirements are met.
• Plan production to meet customer demands while maintaining a high level of product quality required by the customer.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturing readiness of new products and processes.
• Handle disciplinary actions of team members according to company policy and with the assistance of Human Resources.
• Develop working knowledge of all workstations within the manufacturing area.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

• Employee relations: Understands and demonstrates knowledge of company rules, principles, and best practices related to employee conduct, performance, and dispute resolution.
• Communicates effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey clear understanding, taking into account the unique needs of different audiences.
• Building teams: Works with staff to strengthen the team. Leads by example. Goes beyond the expected to ensure the success of all involved.
• Mentors and coaches: Provides timely guidance and feedback (both positive and constructive) to help others recognize strengths and development opportunities. Invites tough conversations.
• Conceptual thinking: Finds effective solutions by taking a holistic, abstract, or theoretical perspective.
• Analytical thinking: Tackles problems using a logical, systematic, and sequential approach.
• Diagnostic information gathering: Identifies the information needed to clarify a situation, seeks that information from appropriate sources, and uses skillful questioning to draw out the information.
• Complies with all company policies and procedures, safety regulations, and company safety policies to safely perform all duties, including promoting a safe workplace.
• Maintains a high level of honesty, integrity, and confidentiality with respect to company matters.

Requirements

• 2–4-year degree in a related field and/or equivalent relevant experience.
• Proven leadership experience.
• Management experience preferred.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.