1st Shift Production Foreperson - Lean & Safety Lead

East Penn Manufacturing Company; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Group health insurance with dental/eye

Retirement Savings Plan with company 3

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

East Penn Manufacturing Company is seeking a Foreperson to oversee the safe, efficient operation of the assigned department to meet production goals. You will maintain housekeeping, ensure 1st shift readiness, and engage with peers to coordinate staffing and scheduling.

Hours: 1st shift, 7:30a–4p. East Penn emphasizes teamwork, continuous improvement, and disciplined execution. Equal opportunity employer and commitment to safety also shape the role.

Qualifications

• Managing & Measuring Work.
• Directing Others.
• Focusing on Results.
• Relating to Others (Interpersonal Skills).
• Building Trust.
• Communicating Effectively.
• Motivating & Inspiring Others.
• Strong personal commitment; and leadership; models behavior in words and actions that reflect the organization’s values.
• Ability to set goals and expectations at all levels and follow through.
• Ability to engage others in a positive manner and keep team motivated, expressing positive encouragement, reinforcement, and appreciation.

Responsibilities

• Production/Operations: Ensure materials are available and monitor inventory.
• Collaborate with scheduling to plan priorities for work centers and materials.
• Communicate with prior/next shift supervision on issues.
• Quality and Continuous Improvement: Maintain Daily Management Boards and conduct reviews; promote Lean/Quality practices; verify non-conforming products.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Quality

Communication

Continuous Improvement

Job description

East Penn Manufacturing Company is seeking a Foreperson to oversee the safe, efficient operation of the assigned department to meet production goals. You will maintain housekeeping, ensure 1st shift readiness, and engage with peers to coordinate staffing and scheduling.

Hours: 1st shift, 7:30a–4p. East Penn emphasizes teamwork, continuous improvement, and disciplined execution. Equal opportunity employer and commitment to safety also shape the role.