Building Lead

PD Instore; New Hope (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

PD Instore, a design-to-build partner, seeks a Building Lead in Minnesota. You will oversee daily production operations, sustain safety standards, and mentor a team to achieve quality and efficiency targets.

The role requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and the ability to coordinate with multiple departments to resolve issues. You will manage data entry, support continuous improvement initiatives, and maintain equipment performance while ensuring a collaborative and inclusive work

Qualifications

• Lead the team and drive productivity and quality
• Coach and train employees in procedures and equipment use
• Coordinate with other departments for problem resolution

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operations to meet production goals
• Enter production data into the company database accurately
• Troubleshoot missing or conflicting information
• Drive continuous improvement and waste reduction
• Label raw materials, WIP, and finished goods
• Back-up supervisor as needed
• Ensure safety and maintain equipment efficiency
• Maintain organized department supplies and workspace

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2-year technical/business degree

Job description

MISSIONPD Instore is a future-forward creator of brand solutions that enlightens, inspires, and transforms the consumer’s experience.ABOUT PDFounded in 1938, PD is a world-renowned design-to-build partner that crafts custom, future-forward brand solutions for some of the largest brands in retail.Job Title:Building LeadReports To:Building SupervisorShift:1st and 2ndSummaryThe Building Lead is responsible for overseeing daily operations, ensuring production goals are met, training employees and maintaining high standards of safety, quality and efficiency.Essential Duties/ResponsibilitiesLead the team while reinforcing productivity and quality driven objectives.Execute department and quality processes to ensure accuracy and adherence to job specifications and timelinesAccurately enter production and job information into company databaseTroubleshoot missing information, supplies and conflicting information, etc.Be a change agent for driving out waste throughout the processDrive a continuous improvement culture by involving employees in problem solving and decision makingFacilitate communication between team members and address concerns within the teamClearly label raw material, work in progress, and finished goodsTrain new employees and coach existing employees on proper procedures and proper use of equipmentAct as a primary point of contact with other departments for questions and problem resolutionEnsure equipment is maintained, while maximizing equipment efficiencyMay act as back-up to supervisor in their absence. Responsible for making daily staffing decisions (i.e. granting on the spot time off and/or sharing resources with other departments)Flexibility to work between jobs, job classifications, and buildings as directed by managementProvide flexibility to other departments and areas as required by the businessMaintain and organize department suppliesMaintain a clean and organized work environmentWill be required to participate with daily production as workloads dictateEnsure and enforce safety requirements and documentationFosters a culture that values family, innovation, collaboration and empowermentPerforms other related duties as assignedCompetencies and SkillsExcellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skillsExcellent coaching and facilitating skillsAbility to lead a cross-functional team and complete projects per planStrong decision-making, problem solving and time management skillsAbility to set priorities, delegate work and coordinate work effortsWillingness and flexibility to perform various job tasks in the shopAbility to demonstrate and apply our workplace valuesFlexibility to travel between multiple PD locationsDemonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environmentEducation/CertificationHigh School Diploma or GEDPrefer 2 year technical/business degree or equivalentExperience1-3 years lead experience in manufacturing environmentExperience providing daily work direction to hourly/shift workersExperience using Microsoft Office ProductsForklift certified, or ability to obtain forklift operating certificatePhysical Requirements and Working ConditionsMust be able to wear required Personal Protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods of timeFlexibility to travel between multiple PD locationsWalking, sitting, bending, twisting, reaching, pushing, pulling climbing and lifting up to 50 lbs. may be required throughout the workday