Northfield 3rd shift Production (Shift) Lead

The Production Lead is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day production, providing shift supervision, training, task assignment and assist with personnel staffing of production employees on the same shift.

Essential Job Duties

• Shift Leadership:

• Responsible for scheduled work through the production floor and company goals and metrics

• Confer with supervisor at the beginning of the shift to schedule shift workflow, ascertain production expectations, and ‘hot jobs’ ensuring shift production expectations are met

• Assign the work and set priority for people in daily communication meeting

• Answer questions throughout shift on workflow, provide best manufacturing practices and solicit input on production processes from techs

• Resolve problems throughout the shift alerting supervisor to issues, and recommending resolutions for the future

• Use Lean Manufacturing techniques to set up cells for efficient production as needed

• Support staff and enforce operating policies and SOP’s

• Incorporate the “5S’s” and Lean Manufacturing Systems into their area.

• Cross shift communication

• Coordinate management objectives with the work floor to meet company goals by communicating company policies, expectations and changes. Be a champion to employees on company processes and expectations

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives with their cells

• Maintain visual management boards within their cells

• Filling in production roles within their cells when needed (if certified)

• Training:

• Acclimate new employees to area and assure they are aware of safety procedures, documentation process and general performance expectations

• Help with training employees on processes within area. Provide consistent expectations and procedural training.

• Evaluate employees on training progress, retrain as necessary, and certify employee when appropriate.

• Ensure that all staff are properly trained according to ISO standards and all training forms are completed and filed in a timely basis by working with the Training Coordinator

• Personnel Processing

• Participate in candidate interviews and supports Production Supervisors with selection of new hires.

• Supports Production Supervisors on performance appraisals, discipline, tracking attendance, coaching, etc.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Additional Job Expectations

• Read, Follow and sign route sheets and assembly instructions

• Learn, demonstrate, and retain critical process information

• Follow daily work schedules

• Record data in various company systems

• Move work orders in ERP system

• Have a passion for continuous improvement

• Have and develop strong knowledge of lean principals and processes

• Take responsibility for personal job performance

• Communicate clearly in English both written and verbally.

• Direct and lead the work of others in a clear, concise and professional manner.

• Successfully complete on-the-job training and pass written and or demonstrated tests

• Adherence to employee rules and regulations leading by example in the areas of integrity, punctuality, attendance and reliability

• Strong analytical and investigative skills, mature judgment. Must be a problem solver and a decision maker

• Ability to work flexible hours and overtime as needed to support business needs

• Understand the client's Quality Policy, and implements it in all processes

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.

Education

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED)

Experience and/or Training

• Experience using various manufacturing equipment

• Working knowledge of a manufacturing and production company, experience with the printed circuit industry is preferred

• General knowledge of all production processes in area

Technology/Equipment

Requires computer skills to include Excel and Word, and knowledge of company ERP system

Government Contractor Compliance Requirements

Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident.

We offer a competitive hourly rate in the $23 to $30 range, based on experience and qualifications, along with annual bonus and profit-sharing opportunities tied to performance.

Beyond pay, our market-leading benefits are designed to support your wellbeing. These include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability coverage. We also provide a health savings account with company match, a retirement plan with employer contributions through Vanguard, and access to the Granite Assistance Fund for support when it’s needed most. We value time for rest and personal growth, offering generous paid time off, including volunteer time off and paid holidays.

The client is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

This position requires the use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. person within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. ‘Green Card Holder’), Political Asylee, or Refugee.