Production Lead - 3rd Shift

General Description 

The Production Lead is a working leader that assigns tasks to employees and ensures completion. The Lead ensures safety and operational procedures are followed and provides input to Supervisors for recommended actions or changes. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures health and safety is the number one goal by following safety procedures and processes
• Assign daily tasks to team members.
• Communicate clear instructions to team members.
• Enforces safety protocol and cleanliness in the work area.
• Provide Supervisor with feedback on employee performance.
• Train and mentor new hires through use of audits, inspections, or other methods. 
• Address safety concerns or relay to Supervisor.
• Temporary responsibility of shift during absence of Production Supervisor.
• Assist with shift reporting.
• Able to respond to emergency situations safely and calmly.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous leadership or supervisory history for a minimum of 2 years.
• Must be mechanically inclined.
• Must be able to pass physical and fit testing for respiratory protection if required.
• Must be capable of standing or sitting for long durations.
• Must have first aid, CPR, and AED certificate or ability to obtain certification. 
• Must have forklift license (propane, electric, aerial platform, and turret) or ability to obtain one.
• Must have excellent time management skills.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand basic English.
• Ability to lead others and make decisions.
• Ability to work well with others.

Education and Training Requirements 

• High school degree or equivalent.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook).