We are seeking a skilled and experienced Production Lead to join our team. As a Production Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing the production process, ensuring efficiency, and maintaining quality standards. This is a full-time position in a fast-paced factory environment.
Duties:
- Lead, coach, and mentor a team of production line workers, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure optimal performance and teamwork.
- Assign tasks, monitor work progress, and provide feedback to team members to ensure adherence to production schedules and quality standards.
- Coordinate production activities on the assigned production line, including setup, operation, and maintenance of machinery and equipment.
- Ensure smooth workflow and efficient utilization of resources to meet production targets and customer delivery schedules.
- Implement quality control measures and inspection procedures to ensure products meet or exceed quality standards and specifications.
- Validate the physical quantity of the product to finish the work order.
- Assign Direct Labor (DL) resources to specific workstations and train the DLs on their tasks.
- Ensure that all DL resources adhere to the performance objectives and understand and carry out their responsibilities
EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree or significant (preferably in Industrial Engineering, Human Resources Management, or Business Administration) or Equivalent Experience
WORK EXPERIENCE
- 1 to 2 years of experience in operations management, preferably in a cosmetics or pharmaceuticals manufacturing environment
- Minimum 3 years of extensive experience in applying Lean Manufacturing Principles in an operational setting.
- Proven experience in production management or manufacturing leadership roles, with a track record of achieving production targets and implementing process improvements.
- Strong leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams to achieve excellence.
- In-depth knowledge of production processes, lean manufacturing principles, and quality management systems.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- Proficiency in production planning and scheduling, inventory management, and budgeting.
- Familiarity with safety regulations and best practices in manufacturing environments.
- Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to analyze data, present findings, and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
- Proficiency in using production management software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
- Commitment to quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.
SKILLS / ABILITIES
- Excellent Leadership Skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Speak English and Spanish Preferred.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient with computerized materials control programs.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- Background check and drug test are required
Experience:
- Production Supervisor: 2 years (Preferred)
- Cosmetics or pharmaceuticals: 2 years (Preferred)
- Lean manufacturing: 2 years (Preferred)
- SAP Manufacturing: 2 years (Preferred)
Language:
- English (Preferred)
- Spanish (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person