About this role
Job Description
Job Overview
We are seeking a Production Lead to participate in and oversee paste ink manufacturing operations at our Richmond, VA facility. This person is responsible for fostering a positive, safe, and efficient production environment while ensuring high product quality. The successful candidate will be a hand-on leader who can develop teams, optimize processes and consistently meet business expectations.
Responsibilities
- Review daily & weekly production schedule with MRPs and Site manager
- Directs the work of the production workforce to meet production deadlines
- Operate production equipment proficiently and safely (i.e. three roll mills, mixers, forklift)
- Ensure that all production documentation is completed completely and accurately
- Perform SAP functions related to production with ability to navigate additional databases as required.
- Strong organization and time management skills
- Participates as safety committee member
- Works closely with site management to ensure that site meets OTIF targets.
- Oversee daily housekeeping and 5S program for production department
- Facilitates departmental OJT training.
- Participates and provides feedback for employee evaluations, discipline, counsel, coaching and handling of complaints
- May perform other duties as required. Including, but not limited to Quality Control, Shipping and Inventory Management.
Organization Relationships
- Regular contact with site personnel.
Requirements / Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent, and the ability to read and write English.
- 1-3 years of demonstrated leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience leading production employees, coordinating workflow, and supporting daily production goals.
Required Experience
- 1-3 years of demonstrated leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience leading production employees, coordinating workflow, and supporting daily production goals.