3rd-Shift Production Leader | Lean & Quality Focus

Northwire, Inc.; Town of Osceola (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwire, Inc. in Osceola, WI is seeking a Production Lead to plan, coordinate and control manufacturing processes in a fast-paced environment. You will drive scheduling, quality assurance and Lean initiatives while coaching team members and ensuring on-time delivery.

The role requires 1–3 years of supervisory experience, proficiency in QAD and QCBD, and a strong focus on safety and efficiency. This is an on-site, exempt full-time position with opportunities to develop production metrics and

Qualifications

• Associates or BA in manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, Process Engineering, Business Management or equivalent experience.
• 1 to 3 years of production lead/supervisory experience or equivalent experience.
• If a NWI employee, the candidate must be in good standing, knowledgeable of NWI team processes, proficiency in QAD and QCBD.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule production activities using Northwire ERP.
• Manage the production process to ensure quality and on-time production
• Assist in the development and achievement of production metrics, maintaining efficiency and quality
• Manage human and material resources to meet production targets.
• Monitor production and adjust the schedules as required.
• Manage product standards and enforce quality-control programs.
• Work with managers effectively to execute the policies and goals of the organization.
• Participate in Lean Process Improvement activities, 5s, etc.
• Keeping abreast of health and safety strategies.
• Collaborate with various departments, such as purchasing, shipping, quality, etc. to prevent any delay in production and on time shipment.
• Supervise and coach Team Members and appraise their work performance.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Decisiveness

Ability to grasp complex concepts

Detail oriented

Critical thinking

Time management

Ethical

Planning & organization

Team leadership

English proficiency C2

MS Office

Education

Associates or BA in manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, Process Engineering, Business Management

BA in manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, Process Engineering, Business Management or equivalent experience

Tools

QAD

QCBD

Job description

Northwire, Inc. in Osceola, WI is seeking a Production Lead to plan, coordinate and control manufacturing processes in a fast-paced environment. You will drive scheduling, quality assurance and Lean initiatives while coaching team members and ensuring on-time delivery.

The role requires 1–3 years of supervisory experience, proficiency in QAD and QCBD, and a strong focus on safety and efficiency. This is an on-site, exempt full-time position with opportunities to develop production metrics and