Shift Lead and Operator

SHIFT LEAD and OPERATOR [This is a WORKING LEAD Position]

We are currently seeking a Shift Lead to oversee and manage our 2nd shift crew (9am - 7:30pm). If you have the leadership skills, passion, enthusiasm, and a great work ethic, then we're looking for you

We are a growing family-owned company in central Minnesota looking for great people to join us. If you have what it takes, then please send us your resume and let us know why you'd be the perfect addition to our company. We'd love to see you succeed

JOB SUMMARY:

This individual determines the best and safest utilization of materials, labor, and equipment to ensure seamless operations with minimal downtime. As a leader, this person is expected to embrace our company values in all that they do and create a welcoming, positive, and motivational workplace environment where each team member contributes their best.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE 2nd SHIFT LEAD:

Production:

The best candidates will have manufacturing, wood processing, and/or cabinet component industry experience.

We expect the incoming lead to already possess a majority of the requisite knowledge to:

• Lead a team through positive example.
• Understand scheduling to create and sustain an efficient workflow.
• Be able to learn and improve quickly for speed and quality production.
• Become familiar with, learn to operate, and then support and train others on best practices for safe and efficient operation of machines. (Ex. Gang/Rip saw, Chop Saw, planer-sander, glue clamp carrier, P-700 Moulder, etc.)
• Directly supervise machine operators to ensure production schedule is met efficiently and effectively.
• Maintain high standards of quality control, conduct regular inspections, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Conduct reviews, document correction, and hold and maintain high standards.
• Have the ability to organize and pull necessary materials for the shift.
• Use the ACCESS database to track production progress.
• Maintain accurate production records to track performance and facilitate analysis.
• Set goals and deadlines and report on team performance and metrics.
• Oversee waste recapture and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Effectively and appropriately communicate with the Production Manager (direct report) and other Leads and Leadership.

Maintenance:

• Basic daily practices to support machine preventive maintenance.
• Report any breakdowns, or other challenges and needs, to the Maintenance team, and assist with scheduling for service and repair access as needed.

Safety:

• Attend all safety committee meetings and safety training sessions.
• Train employees on Job Hazard Analysis (JHA's) and Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO).
• Enforce health and safety policies and procedures. Ensure safe machine operation and guarding.
• Conduct regular safety audits and building walk-throughs as scheduled and directed; document findings and address concerns promptly.
• Report injuries and conduct investigations, fill out appropriate forms as needed; and work to prevent recurrence.

Leadership:

Note: We are asking that candidates already have the soft skills, knowledge, and experience needed to manage people well - not just by overseeing tasks and operations, but by fostering positive relationships, leading by example, nurturing talent, and promoting a supportive work environment.

• Facilitate clear and open communication between team members, management, and other departments to ensure smooth coordination of activities and timely resolution of production issues.
• Set clear team goals; recognize, coach, and support your team.
• Lead employee discussions and evaluations.
• Recognize high performance and seek to reward accomplishments.
• Participate in daily and weekly lead team and whole-group meetings.
• Actively listen to team members and give constructive feedback.
• Address any issues or challenges that arise, troubleshooting problems and implementing solutions to minimize disruptions and maximize productivity.
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of accountability.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED. Post-secondary education is a plus but not required.
• 2-5 years of management/leadership/supervisory experience.
• Ability to independently solve problems, make decisions, and navigate challenges without explicit instructions or constant guidance.
• Computer proficient. Effective email communication is the standard and high proficiency in Microsoft Outlook is absolutely necessary.
• Ability to read, write, spell, and communicate professionally in English.
• Must have the ability to calculate figures and amounts; have good number sense and estimation skills.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to walk, squat, stoop, bend, reach, turn and climb.
• Must be able to lift/move/push up to 75 lbs.
• Must be able to stand for long periods.
• Must be present each day for the entire shift—9:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Working Conditions

• Workplace noise is in the high range and requires use of hearing protection.
• Workplace is a semi-climate-controlled environment – it may be quite warm in the summer and cold in the winter.
• Requires the use of foot protection (steel or composite-toed shoes) and eye protection (safety glasses).
• Workplace generates wood dust - if allergic to wood dust, this may not be the right job for you.

WHAT YOU'LL LOVE ABOUT US

• A respected name in the Cabinet Industry for over 30 years.
• Great company culture within a 5-generational family-owned business
• Meaningful work - You won't be another cog in the wheel – you are free to learn, grow, and develop yourself while doing meaningful work and making an impact.
• Our company is consistently growing and developing.
• Four 10-hour shifts M-Th is the regular weekly schedule.

NOTE: Friday work, though not always consistent, is required when needed. It is not optional, and is dependent upon customer demand, and workflow. All full-time production employees are expected to work Fridays when needed.

• 8 Paid Holidays and a scaling PTO plan.
• Health Benefits available after 60 days of employment: Medical, Vision, Dental, Accident, and Critical Illness Insurance. Voluntary Life Insurance. Company-paid Life, Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance.
• 401K retirement plan.

Other Things Worth Mentioning: On-the-job training and development, paid breaks, safety gear allowance, great co-workers and leads.

Pay: $44, $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000