Production Line Leader — Lean, Safety & Improvement

Hunter Douglas; Agua Prieta; On-site; MXN 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical and life insurance

Vacation days

Vacation premium

Christmas bonus

Food vouchers

Savings fund

Career development

Internal development

Job summary

Hunter Douglas is seeking a Line Manager to oversee production processes at our Agua Prieta site in Sonora, Mexico. You will lead a team, ensure quality and safety, and align production with plans to meet delivery targets.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong communication, and a solid background in manufacturing, Excel, and SAP. Travel up to 10% is expected; onsite work is standard at this location.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in production roles, with demonstrated leadership experience.
• English proficiency: 75%
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• SAP system knowledge.
• Familiarity with quality management systems and standards.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment operation, and quality control measures.
• Deep knowledge of safety standards and best practices within the manufacturing industry.
• High attention to detail
• Willingness to travel (10%)
• Minimum education: completed degree.
• At least 5 years of experience in similar positions.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills to effectively manage and motivate a diverse team.
• Ability to analyze production problems and develop effective solutions to enhance efficiency.
• Competence in managing multiple tasks and priorities, ensuring production schedules are met within deadlines.
• Proactive approach to identifying process improvement opportunities and implementing changes.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, guide, and lead production workers, ensuring adherence to safety guidelines, quality standards, and productivity objectives.
• Motivate and empower the team to achieve peak performance and meet production targets.
• Collaborate with the production planning team to create schedules that meet customer demand while optimizing resources and minimizing downtime.
• Monitor production processes and outcomes to maintain consistent product quality; implement corrective actions when deviations occur.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency improvements; lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and enhance productivity.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies; conduct regular safety inspections and promote a strong safety culture.
• Maintain accurate production records, performance reports, and documentation; provide regular updates to management on progress and challenges.
• Oversee equipment maintenance programs and coordinate repairs to minimize downtime and ensure smooth operations.
• Provide training and support to production workers, enabling skill development and performance improvement.
• Remember: each Associate is responsible for their own safety. Report or address unsafe acts or conditions immediately to prevent incidents, property damage, or accidents.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

English proficiency

Excel

Quality mgmt

Safety standards

Manufacturing basics

Process improvement

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

Job description

Hunter Douglas is seeking a Line Manager to oversee production processes at our Agua Prieta site in Sonora, Mexico. You will lead a team, ensure quality and safety, and align production with plans to meet delivery targets.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong communication, and a solid background in manufacturing, Excel, and SAP. Travel up to 10% is expected; onsite work is standard at this location.