What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Team Lead position at Maverick Tech?
About the Role
We are seeking a dynamic Production Team Lead to guide a team of up to 20 employees across various shop-floor departments. In this role, you will be instrumental in ensuring every order is delivered on time by effectively managing resources and upholding stringent safety and quality standards. Your expertise in problem-solving and team leadership will be crucial in maintaining a seamless production flow.
Key Responsibilities- Ensure a consistently safe, organized, and inspection-ready work environment.
- Coordinate daily workflow, adjusting labor assignments to meet production demands and stepping in to operate machinery as needed.
- Maintain efficient material flow between departments, ensuring accurate labeling and adherence to first-in/first-out protocols.
- Monitor work orders within the ERP system to guarantee timely delivery, proactively addressing any potential delays.
- Communicate proactively with Purchasing and Scheduling to relay material and manpower needs, adapting to shifting priorities.
- Conduct final and secondary inspections, prepare first-article reports, and escalate quality issues to the Production Manager.
- Cultivate a customer-focused mindset within the team, emphasizing the impact of each task on customer satisfaction.
Required Skills
- 2 years of experience in a supervisory or team lead role within a manufacturing or fabrication setting.
- Proficiency in forklift operation and conducting daily equipment checks.
- Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred Skills
- Demonstrated inventory management capabilities.
- Hands-on background in fabrication or mechanical work.
- Ability to interpret blueprints and utilize precision measuring tools such as tape measures and calipers.
