Lead Production Operator

- SALARY RANGE:

$23 - $26/hour - DOE

- SCHEDULE:

3/2/2/3 – Work 3 Days; Off 2 Days; Work 2 Days; & Off 3 Days (Every other weekend would be off)*

- NIGHT SHIFT ONLY:

6:00pm – 6:00am

- LOCATION: 2439 Discovery Hills Parkway, Brookshire, TX 77423

Job Summary Statement:

The Production Operator Lead will play a pivotal role in overseeing and coordinating production activities within our solar panel manufacturing facility. This position requires a hands-on leader who can drive production efficiency, maintain high standards of quality and safety, and help to build a highly motivated and productive team.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides daily guidance to a team of production operators and technicians to ensure smooth and efficient daily operations

• Plans and prioritizes production tasks to meet production targets and deadlines. Ensure that all activities align with production schedules and quality standards.

• Monitors production and equipment performance to identify and address minor issues and appropriately escalate any issue that may impact efficiency, quality, or safety.

• Provides on-the-job training and support the rapid onboarding of team members. Foster a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging skill development and knowledge sharing.

• Implements and enforces quality control procedures to ensure that all products meet or exceed company standards and customer expectations.

• Promotes and maintains a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and ensuring that all team members follow safety guidelines.

• Troubleshoots and resolves production issues, collaborating with other departments such as Maintenance, Engineering, and Quality Assurance as needed.

• Maintains accurate production records and reports. Analyze production data to identify trends and areas for improvement.

• Drives initiatives to optimize production processes, reduce waste, and enhance overall efficiency. • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements and Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent. An associate degree or relevant technical certification is a plus.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a production or manufacturing environment, with at least 1 year in a lead or supervisory role.

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team. Proficiency in manufacturing processes and equipment, quality control, and safety standards.

• Familiarity with production software and systems. Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and technical issues.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey information and instructions to team members.

• Able and willing to learn (interface with machine control panels, recognize quality, perform data analytics, troubleshoot issues and problem-solve

• Proficiency in English and Spanish language skills.

• Physical Requirements:

o Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, including standing and walking for up to 12 hours per day. • Ability to lift, push or pull up to 30 lbs.

• Ability to stoop, kneel, bend on occasional basis

• Ability to reach above shoulder and below waist frequently

• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects repetitively on a frequent basis

• 20/40 vision in each eye (with or without correction) and the ability to distinguish between red, yellow, and green is require