Lead Production Associate

About Company:

"A World of Opportunities"

Committed to an industry that combines innovation and responsibility, we embody our slogan on a daily basis: "A World of Opportunities". Trust, Reputation, Integrity and Rise are strong values that make up Clayens' DNA!

About the Role:

The Lead Production Associate plays a critical role in overseeing and coordinating daily production activities to ensure efficient and high-quality output within the manufacturing environment. This position is responsible for leading a team of production associates, providing guidance, training, and support to meet production goals and maintain safety standards. The Lead Production Associate collaborates closely with management and other departments to optimize workflow, troubleshoot issues, and implement process improvements. This role requires acts as the relief operator for breaks and lunches. The position actively works with other operators to teach SOP on each operation and quality expectations. Adheres to all plant and OSHA safety policies and regulations.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Some supervisory responsibility (scheduling breaks, training new hires, communication of quality issues)

Duties/Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Train new and existing team members on production processes, safety protocols, and company policies.
• Monitor production schedules and workflow to identify and resolve bottlenecks or inefficiencies.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and promote a safe working environment.
• Maintain accurate production records and report on team performance to management.
• Communicates quality issues and SOP in a constructive manner.
• Can act as back up Supervisor when required.
• Can run all IM Machines with no supervision.
• Can train new employees on IM machines, pad print and assembly successfully without assistance.
• Operates molding machines, grinders, and scales.
• Plan floor and personnel according to labor utilization without help.
• Follows procedures, work instructions, operational manuals.
• Lead operators and keep DMS boards up to date as well as report issues.
• Performs visual cosmetic inspections and identifies nonconforming product.
• Performs rework.
• Perform simple restarts on IM presses.
• Completes required documentation.
• Adheres to machine schedule; Develops break schedules for shift.
• Acts as relief operator for breaks and lunches.

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Qualifications and Experience: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to successfully complete mandatory HIPAA and 2-Hour Harassment training.
• 1+ year manufacturing experience
• Highly motivated and requires minimal supervision.
• Ability to read and write English and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions.
• Ability to use computer
• Ability to follow a schedule and adhere to safety as well as quality standards
• Ability to work with coworkers in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate and lead affectively.
• Knowledge and understanding of WI as well as floor processes/procedures.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations.
• Ability to maintain and understand records and data, as well as complete required documentation.
• Ability to use two and four wheeled hand trucks, pallet jacks.
• Ability to successfully complete all required position specific training.
• Continuous mental and visual attention to production of quality products.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand entire shift (8+ hrs.).
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Requires manual dexterity.
• Moderate physical demand involving lifting and moving of materials and equipment.
• Frequently moves from waist level to floor level.