Production Lead

Role Summary

Coordinates shift operations, ensures production targets, equipment maintenance, and quality standards are met. This role supports team development, participates in smooth communication across shifts, and acts as a bridge between the production team and management.

Position Type: Full-time

Pay Range: $21.57 - $22.98

Work Location: On-site (Sterling, IL – Main Building)

Shift: 2nd shift

• Supervise and coordinate daily shift activities to ensure efficient production.
• Perform equipment setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting to resolve technical and quality issues.
• Assist with machinery operation as needed to support production flow.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of production records and documentation.
• Maintain communication between shifts and with management to ensure continuity.
• Reassign team members as needed to meet production demands or cover absences.
• Inspect materials, products, and machinery to ensure quality standards are met.
• Lead process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
• Guide the team in interpreting processes and policies to ensure compliance and improve performance.
• Assist with data collection and reporting on production metrics.
• Follow all Safety, Environmental and Quality policies and procedures.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• Machine operation
• Production support and scheduling
• Process management
• Strong comprehension of complex blueprints and the ability to apply them in a practical setting. Troubleshooting
• ERP systems
• Documentation
• Problem-solving
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Mentoring and training
• Safety policies and procedures

• Education:
  
  High School or GED
• Experience:
  
  Perform work under minimal supervision
• Handle complex issues and problems and refer only the most complex issues to higher-level staff
• Possess comprehensive working knowledge of subject matter
• 4+ years of experience, including experience driving powered industrial equipment
• Provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group

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