Production Lead I

Essential Responsibilities

• Able to perform and be well versed in the Packer I, II and Material Handler I duties
• Must be able to forecast, plan and make necessary workforce adjustments to align the production schedule
• Cookordinate all employee related breaks to assure appropriate coverage
• Quality Management: Assure that the team operates consistently within the policies and procedures of VPET USA Inc.
• Understand and enforce GMP practices
• Develop team to solve day-to-day operational issues and reach performance goals
• Safety Management: Communicate to fellow shift leads: quality issues, shift issues, order changes, and audit shift's Daily Production Report for accuracy
• Responsible for notifying the appropriate departments of any issues relates to Warehouse, Maintenance, Quality, etc.
• Training of employees per VPET's Quality Manual System, i.e.: procedures and work instructions
• Audit employees for adherence to VPET's Quality Manual System, i.e.: procedures and work instructions
• Must be able to make decisions regarding employee performance
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

• Ability to manage multiple tasks set priorities, identify, address problems and meet deadlines
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
• Computer skills to include Microsoft programs
• Must be able to use computer programs to keep track of administrative tasks such as report writing, analysis of work orders, evaluations, etc.
• Ability be able to read, write and speak English fluently (bi-lingual is a plus)
• Basic to proficient math and computer skills
• ERP/MRP system experience beneficial
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as required

Physical Requirements

• Requires 90% of time standing and walking on the production floor
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time
• May be required to lift and carry up to 30 lbs. and use team lift approach when needed
• Must be able to push, pull, twist, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crawl
• Must be able to perform repetitive motions such as reaching and grasping
• Work environment is in a warehouse and temperatures inside vary between hot or cold based on the outside conditions
• This is a fast-paced environment with constantly changing priorities

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a supervisory role or a combination of experience and education preferred
• Experience in the plastic bottle industry or in a manufacturing environment preferred

Competitive Benefits

• Medical (HMO), dental and vision insurance premium
• 401k plan, Employer contributes up to 5%
• Company offers vacation and sick pay
• Holiday Pay: Eight (8) paid holidays per year
• Basic Life Insurance Paid (25K policy)