Job description
Job Summary:
The Production Team Leader is responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations, ensuring production targets are met efficiently, and maintaining high-quality standards. This role involves supervising production staff, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Production Management:
•Oversee and coordinate production activities to meet output goals.
•Monitor workflow, production schedules, and efficiency metrics.
•Ensure equipment and machinery are operating properly.
•Identify and resolve production issues promptly.
2. Team Supervision & Leadership:
•Supervise, train, and mentor production team members.
•Assign tasks and responsibilities based on skills and production needs.
•Foster a positive and motivated work environment.
•Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback.
3. Quality Control & Compliance:
•Ensure that all products meet quality standards and specifications.
•Conduct regular quality checks and implement corrective actions when needed.
•Maintain compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
4. Process Improvement:
•Identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency improvements.
•Implement lean manufacturing and cost-saving initiatives.
•Work closely with management to drive continuous improvement.
5. Reporting & Documentation:
•Maintain accurate production records and reports.
•Analyze production data and provide insights to improve operations.
•Report issues and progress to upper management.
Qualifications & Skills:
•High school diploma or equivalent.
•Strong computer skills (required).
•Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) (required).
•Email management and professional communication
•Effective communication and interpersonal skills (Bilingual preferred).
•Minimum of 3 years in a manufacturing or production environment
•Knowledge of production processes, quality control, and safety regulations.
•Strong leadership and team management abilities
•Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and problem-solving skills.
•Forklift Driver Certification (required).
•Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
•Strong knowledge of tools, equipment, and safety practices.
•Must be able to wear a Hazmat Suit and Full-Face Respirator (required).
Work Environment:
•Exposure to loud machinery, dust and temperature variations.
•Requires safety gear such as gloves, goggles, ear protection, Hazmat Suit and Full-Face Respirator.
•Fast-paced manufacturing/production setting.
•May involve working evenings, nights, weekends, and overtime based on demand.
Other Duties:
•Assist with special projects and other tasks assigned by management.
•Collaborate with areas to ensure smooth plant operations.
Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
Schedule:
Ability to Commute:
•Yuma, AZ 85365 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
Schedule:
Work Location: In person