Production Lead

About the role

The Die Cutting & Finishing Lead Person supports all issues related to die cutting and finishing area production. They provide direction on department activities to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrate commitment to safety and comply with company safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain work areas to ensure all employees work safely.
• Provide daily coaching and feedback to all department employees.
• Increase overall productivity to meet customer requirements.
• Collaborate with other leaders on manufacturing and quality decisions.
• Assign work and monitor production orders.
• Monitor schedules, rush orders, hot list, call-ins, etc.
• Coordinate quality response forms.
• Cover communication between 2nd shift Area Manager and 3rd Shift Supervisor.
• Coordinate quality concerns with quality personnel or Customer Service.
• Provide answers and make decisions related to production and quality.
• Schedule production and monitor orders to enhance productivity and quality.
• Participate in daily scheduling meetings with other lead people.
• Identify and implement process improvements and increased productivity opportunities.
• Enhance internal and external department communication.
• Attend monthly department meetings and other meetings as needed.
• Provide backup ECATS responsibilities and resolve issues with Payroll.
• Assist the Department Area Manager with weekly/daily manning requirements, overtime requirements, and quality complaints.
• Contribute to employee disciplinary issues and performance reviews.
• Work with peers and other departments to improve quality and performance.
• Participate in lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management/supervisors.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Must have computer skills in Microsoft Office and understanding of an ERP system.

Qualifications

This is a safety-sensitive position requiring constant alertness and safe behavior. Must be able to work overtime and weekends as needed, rotate shifts, work in a production-based environment with moving equipment and people, and interact effectively with a wide variety of roles.

Skills

Must have computer skills in Microsoft Office and understanding of an ERP system.

Benefits

Menasha Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will be provided with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information.

Pay

Details not specified.

Schedule

Shift: 2pm-10pm Mon-Fri