Production Lead, Cutting (Nights)

About the role

The Bernard Group is seeking a Production Lead to join our Cutting Department. This role is a working lead role, requiring the ability to train and evaluate team members, complete quality checks, and liaise with customers.

Responsibilities

• Train new and existing employees on machine set-up and process flow
• Learn and train on new equipment
• Ensure last quality check before shipment
• Communicate with CSR and managers to ensure job success
• Support a safe environment, driving towards 0 OSHA recordables
• Maintain high quality standards
• Monitor and maintain appropriate supply levels
• Establish and maintain communication with production floor
• Represent corporate policy and communicate as required
• Work towards continuous improvement by monitoring efficiency and productivity
• Implement improvements in material flow, including cell design and material delivery
• Interact with other support departments to drive out costs
• Complete miscellaneous projects and tasks as requested

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED
• Previous work experience in printing, print operations, cutting, or machine operations (a plus)
• OSHA 10 Hour certification (a plus)
• Pay close attention to details
• Basic computer skills, including ePace and Google
• Self-motivated, fast learner, and initiative to seek out customer and corporate needs
• Plan, prioritize, coordinate, and manage work
• Work independently, make decisions, and solve problems creatively
• Complete projects accurately within deadlines, meeting quality standards
• Apply effective time management and self-management skills
• Understand and maintain the confidentiality of company, employee, and customer information

Qualifications

• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated listening skills and ability to present ideas and thoughts concisely and effectively
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, perform long hours of work, operate equipment, lift up to 50 pounds, check color quality, read a ruler, and use manual dexterity and visual acuity
• Willingness to admit mistakes and be adaptable
• Fiercely loyal to both customers and team
• Trustworthy, reliable, and easy to get along with
• Eager to take on new challenges

Benefits

• Healthcare, dental, life insurance, disability
• Paid parental leave
• Retail Savings programs: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401k with a company match
• Career Development Opportunities
• Flexible Work Hours
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Safe & Clean Manufacturing Environment