Production Lead - 2nd Shift

Location: 1924 Chespark Drive, Gastonia, NC 28052

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM

About the Role

Under the supervision of the Production Manager, the Lead directs activities of the 2nd Shift to ensure on-time shipment in a cost-effective manner consistent with customer specifications, ISO quality, and OSHA safety standards. Responsible for training and mentoring associates to meet production goals while focusing on safety, quality, on-time delivery, and profitability. Works with the Production Manager and HR to maintain good management-associate relations, resolve concerns, and document issues.

Responsibilities

• Production Control:
  • Ensure orders are produced to customer specification and ship timely.
  • Ensure associate production efficiencies meet or exceed estimates.
  • Coordinate schedule of material, manpower, and machines with Production Planner/Production Manager.
  • Ensure proper recording of material transactions and labor time (work orders/Isolved) in ERP system.
  • Drive quality in compliance with ISO SOPs; work with Production Manager on corrective actions to find root cause and sustain corrections.
• Manpower Supervision:
  • Ensure adequate staffing for production requirements, including training (maintain matrix) for production associates.
  • Provide timely feedback for production associates; inform Production Manager for coaching feedback.
  • Properly document disciplinary issues in coordination with HR and Production Manager.
  • Maintain and increase efficiency through proper manpower utilization.
  • Review and approve time and attendance under the supervision of HR and Production Manager.
  • Help sustain and improve associate morale.
• Material Control:
  • Supervise material handling and shipping/receiving personnel to drive/improve efficiencies and accuracy.
  • Ensure orders are packaged and shipped to customer specification.
  • Ensure material usage meets or exceeds estimates.
  • Work with Production Planner and Purchasing to ensure adequate and quality material for production needs.
  • Safeguard inventory by proper storage and timely cycle counting.
• Safety/Quality:
  • Supervise and ensure the safety and quality of the facility in accordance with company policies.
  • Participate in the safety committee; perform daily toolbox talks and coordinate safety training, including documentation as required.
  • Ownership of customer-driven quality requirements.
  • Self-development, including training in safety, quality, and IT skills.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical or leadership training preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing/production environment (lead or supervisory role preferred).
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot issues and make quick, sound decisions.
• Knowledge of safety, quality, and lean manufacturing practices is a plus.
• Willingness to work 2nd shift and occasional overtime as needed.

Preferred Skills

• Proficient with MS Office.
• ERP/MRP experience/skillset.
• Adept communication skills.
• Ability to read a ruler within 1/16 inch accurately.
• Knowledge of using a calculator.
• Basic math skills, including calculating linear/square footage and working with fractions.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.

Physical Demands

• Stand, walk, kneel, and climb as needed.
• Regularly lift up to 50 lbs with or without assistance.
• Climb up to eight feet on occasion.
• Ability to communicate clearly with other associates and contract labor.