2nd Shift Production Lead — Lean, Quality & Safety

HEXPOL; Middlefield Township (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual variable bonus plan

Generous benefits package: Health, 401

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee assistance program

Job summary

HEXPOL Compounding Americas in Ohio seeks a Production Department Leader to oversee day-to-day production activities and ensure reliable equipment operation. The role focuses on second shift supervision, training, and delivering high-quality products to meet customer expectations.

You will drive safety, on-time delivery, and continuous improvement initiatives, while coaching associates, conducting reviews, and promoting lean practices across the site.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years' production/manufacturing experience preferred.
• Three (3) years' supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent computer/systems skills - MS Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint/Outlook).
• Ability to supervise, coach and develop Associates.

Responsibilities

• Direct supervision of designated shift and act as technical resource to the shift.
• Rotation between shifts may occur, as needed.
• Ensure Associates are trained to meet job requirements.
• Direct and complete Associate performance reviews.
• Responsible for safety, on-time delivery, quality and continuous improvement on the shift.
• Verify daily labor times.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to reduce variance.
• Lead Lean Manufacturing Principals across the organization.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment; handle accident reports as needed.
• Ensure scheduling aligns with production and shipment needs.
• Engage in continuous improvement projects; travel to other locations/customers as required.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Communication

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Associates degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

HEXPOL Compounding Americas in Ohio seeks a Production Department Leader to oversee day-to-day production activities and ensure reliable equipment operation. The role focuses on second shift supervision, training, and delivering high-quality products to meet customer expectations.

You will drive safety, on-time delivery, and continuous improvement initiatives, while coaching associates, conducting reviews, and promoting lean practices across the site.