Production Group Lead 2nd shift

Location: Vandalia OH (onsite)
Vacancy Type: Existing Position

Schedule: 2nd shift

As our next Production Group Lead youll be at the forefront of leading production operators to achieve the highest levels of safety quality productivity and efficiency. Your expertise in manufacturing operations process improvement operator training and team leadership will be critical in driving operational excellence and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

• Sustainability Commitment: Work for a company committed to sustainability and making a positive impact on the environment.
• Inclusive Workplace: An inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees are valued and respected.
• Technological Leadership: Be part of a company that is a leader in its field driving technological advancements.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours and policies that support a healthy work-life balance.

Lead and support production operators to achieve safety quality delivery and productivity goals
Perform router markups and maintain router revision updates
Conduct time studies to improve process efficiency and labor utilization
Create revise and maintain General Work Instructions (GWIs)
Monitor scrap and rework activities and implement corrective actions
Identify and lead process improvement projects to enhance productivity and quality
Maintain and update product labeling programs
Complete production reporting documentation including labor reports corrective action reports and quality reports
Select and identify required materials using Bills of Materials (BOMs)
Ensure compliance with Lean Manufacturing principles safety requirements and operational guidelines
Participate in Gemba Kaizen (GK) and continuous improvement initiatives
Perform equipment setups and support assembly operations as needed
Train operators on new processes procedures and work instructions
Set up and run new product configurations with minimal supervision
Set up and run existing product configurations according to job packets and specifications
Verify products meet all quality requirements before transfer to the next operation
Maintain working knowledge of all equipment and machinery used within the department
Support additional operational activities as assigned

Proficiency in all functions associated with the Production Operator role
Ability to read write and understand verbal and written instructions
Ability to interpret drawings specifications and manufacturing documentation
Strong mechanical aptitude and excellent manual dexterity
Good mathematical skills including addition subtraction multiplication and division
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent attention to detail and ability to distinguish colors accurately
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Previous leadership or team lead experience in manufacturing
Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
Experience conducting time studies and process analysis
Experience developing work instructions and process documentation
Familiarity with Bills of Materials (BOMs) and production reporting systems

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Come join our global inclusive & diverse team

Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity knowledge skills creativity and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our companys most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected regardless of their age gender race ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.