Production Lead - 2nd Shift - 4pm to 12:30am

Description Location: Vidalia, GA Shift 4pm to 12:30am Monday through Friday Pay Rate: $18 to $20 hourly General Description The Production Lead produces product, meeting or exceeding established standards by means that may include assembly operations up to and including complex machinery. In addition, mentor and develop associates in meeting production goals and requirements while focusing on safety, quality, delivery and cost. Assist in continuous improvement, training and development, auditing, and become an “expert” in the fabrication processes. Essential Duties/Responsibilities Lead Roles/Responsibilities Mentor and develop associatesAssist in training and developmentComplete new hire orientation and ISO training formsSupport and recommend cross training needsLook for ways to eliminate waste and recommend to supervisor/Operation managerFacilitate 3 way communication as neededActively participate in committeesParticipate in continuous improvement brain storming and processesSupport quality mission, near miss reporting and other company programsSupervise and ensure the safety and quality of the shift in accordance with company policies Accurately produces quality product by use of machines Maintains machine Performs preventative maintenance as scheduledPerforms corrective maintenance as qualified Produces product by assembly Assembles finished product by use of sealing equipment, band saws and other operations Other duties Packs finished goodsOperates compactor Physical Demands Stand, walk, kneel and climb as neededRegularly lift and/or move up to 25lbs and on occasion lift and/or move 50 lbs with/without the use of material handling equipmentClimb up to eight feet on occasionAbility to communicate clearly with other associates and contract labor Requirements PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience Previous manufacturing or machine operating experienceWork cell environment experience preferred1-2 years as a lead or in a developing role to be a lead EDUCATION &/or CERTIFICATIONS High school graduate or equivalent Preferred Skills/Qualifications ERP/MRP experience/skillsetAdept communication skillsAbility to read a ruler within 1/16 inch accuratelyKnowledge of using a calculatorBasic math skills, including calculating linear/square footage and work with fractionsRead/Understand blueprints Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.