Production Shift Lead (11pm-7am, Tipton)

New Pig Corporation; Tipton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Tipton is seeking a Production Lead who is reliable and self-disciplined. Responsibilities include leading the 3rd shift production team, assisting supervisors, and ensuring safety and quality standards are maintained. The candidate should have operating knowledge of production software and a positive attitude towards responsibilities and growth. This position also requires flexibility for long hours and possible overtime.

Qualifications

• Requires operating knowledge of production software like Syspro, Flow, Factory Track.
• Ability to work long shifts and overtime.
• Demonstrated ability to operate different types of powered industrial trucks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the 3rd shift manufacturing production team.
• Assist Shift Supervisors as needed.
• Enforce safety and quality standards.

Skills

Operating knowledge of production software

Knowledge of raw materials and production processes

Ability to work overtime

Knowledge of MFG shipping and receiving processes

Ability to operate powered industrial trucks

First responder certified

Positive attitude

Willingness to participate in process improvement

Job description

New Pig's Manufacturing team is looking for a production lead candidate who is reliable, dependable, self-disciplined and looking for an opportunity for a new challenge in their career.

Responsibilities

• Be the working leader of the 3rd shift manufacturing production team in Tipton
• To assist and provide coverage for the Shift Supervisor(s) as needed
• Communicate production needs with Supervisors and coworkers
• Enforce the established safety and quality standards
• Actively participate in and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Direct and coordinate the activities of employees engaged in the day to day production
• Quality inspection of materials, products, or equipment to detect defects or malfunctions. Observe work and monitor production or processing standards
• Keep records of employees' attendance and hours worked
• Demonstrated ability to self-manage to achieve daily goals/objectives
• All other duties as assigned
• Adhere to New Pig’s Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards

Qualifications

• Requires an operating knowledge of production software (Syteline, Flow, Factory Track, Trend, Ready label, ADP, Email)
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, machines, guards and tooling
• The ability to work more than an 8-hour shift and overtime as needed
• Appropriate knowledge of MFG shipping and receiving processes
• Demonstrated ability to operate the different types of powered industrial trucks or willingness to be trained
• First responder certified with training in basic first aid and CPR/AED
• Positive attitude that seeks out responsibility and growth, with a strong understanding of manufacturing principles
• Actively participate on process improvement team
• Focused on making the customer number one