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Job Description
Summary of the Position:
The Production Lead is responsible for overseeing daily production activities, leading production staff, and ensuring that safety, quality, and productivity standards are met. This role serves as a hands-on leader on the production floor, acting as the primary point of contact between operators and management.
Education/Qualification Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent (Preferred)
- Must have a valid driver’s license (Preferred)
- Bilingual in English & Spanish (Preferred)
- Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed.
Role and Responsibilities:
- Enforces company policies pertaining to Safety, Food Safety and GMP’s.
- Ensure production schedules are met in accordance with deadlines, and adjust staffing and workflow as needed.
- Supervise, train, and mentor production team members to improve their skills and performance.
- Help manage inventory levels to prevent overstocking or shortages, ensuring smooth workflow.
- Assist with addressing production issues, whether related to machinery, personnel, or materials, and provide effective solutions with positive behavior.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce downtime.
- Makes reasonable and effective decisions in a fast-paced work environment.
- Assist with quality checks throughout the production process and implement corrective actions when necessary.
- Reports issues, problems, unsafe conditions, equipment losses or failure and staff challenges to Manager and / or HR.
Preferred Skills:
- Team management abilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of production systems, manufacturing processes, and quality control techniques.
- Problem-solving abilities to address production challenges quickly and effectively.