Shift Lead - Molding

Description

Overseas and directs the safe and effective operation of the molding department. Works on the line if/as needed. Schedules, directs and coordinates activities of production workers. Develops and executes production build and ship schedule based on customer orders. This is a 2nd shift position, working 3pm to 1am, Monday thru Thursday.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and support molding department employees to meet production goals and quality standards.
• Monitor daily production schedules and adjust labor or equipment assignments as needed.
• Maintain accurate production records, shift reports, and downtime tracking.
• Ensure adherence to company police and procedures.
• Provide feedback to employees and support performance improvement efforts.
• Develop production and shipping schedules and analyzes throughput to plan. Adjust schedules as necessary to meet customer demand.
• Confers with shift supervisors and/or leads to coordinating activities.
• Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product.
• Reports shift performance and output daily, with root causes of any shortcomings identified.
• Reviews and advise Material Manager of safety stock levels and reorder points.
• Manage employees in designated work centers / production areas.
• Supervises direct labor employees. Carries out leadership responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in foam.
• Previous leadership or lead operator experience strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, production schedules, and safety documentation.
• Ability to write reports.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from customers, managers, and associates.
• Fluency in English, both written and oral, is required.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift, for extended period (10-hour shifts).
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, heat and moving equipment.
• Must wear the required PPE and adhere to all safety protocols.

Compensation and Benefits

• Starting wage is $25.00/hour plus shift premium.
• Overtime opportunities available.
• No mandated weekends.
• 401(k) with Company Match.
• Full Benefits - Medical/Dental/Vision.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D).
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and more.