Hands-On Area Leader: Lean Manufacturing & Ops

Hose Master LLC; Arkansas; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hose Master LLC, a family-owned and USA‑made manufacturer with 42+ years of stability, seeks an Area Leader to drive daily manufacturing operations in Arkansas. You will own work flow, meet delivery targets, and lead a safety‑driven, quality‑conscious team on the floor.

The role requires strong leadership, problem‑solving, and hands‑on supervision to sustain Lean improvements. Responsibilities include coaching operators, coordinating labor and machine assignments, conducting start‑up meetings,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Leadership experience.
• Ability to understand and follow English instructions.
• Good basic math and mechanical skills.
• Must be able to read a tape measure, dial calipers and micrometer.
• Manufacturing experience preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of work order progress, ensuring jobs flow efficiently through the department and meet delivery targets.
• Drive a results-oriented culture, setting the pace and expectations for daily execution and throughput.
• Lead by example in upholding all Safety requirements and company guidelines.
• Proactively identify, elevate, and resolve issues that impact delivery, quality, or safety.
• Reinforce a culture of ownership, communication, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain Hose Master standards for housekeeping and 5S; own the condition and organization of the area.
• Ensure quality checks are completed accurately and consistently throughout the shift.
• Ensure completion of all preventative maintenance tasks as scheduled.
• Maintain a visible presence on the floor; proactively support operators, troubleshoot problems, and remove obstacles to success.
• Ensure employees are properly trained and competent before assigning tasks.
• Coordinate labor and machine assignments to hit daily production goals without sacrificing quality or safety.
• Run shift start‑up meetings to align team priorities and communicate expectations.
• Identify and elevate unstaffed equipment issues; work with supervision to create action plans.
• Serve as a hands‑on leader: step into any function as needed to support flow and results.
• Participate in and support Emergency Response protocols.
• Actively engage in Lean Daily Management practices and drive seamless shift‑to‑shift transitions.
• Provide first‑level escalation support to operators; resolve issues or elevate to Supervisor when necessary.
• Ensure all operators have adequate tools, materials, and information to be successful.
• Regularly review and audit area procedures for clarity, accuracy, and sufficiency
• Maintain and verify calibrated equipment and tools are in proper working order
• Adhere to company purchasing limits and maintain integrity in resource use
• Responsible for area open and close procedures, including building security
• Utilize hourly cell boards to track metrics, identify downtime, and elevate need for corrective action to Supervisor
• Support first‑piece inspection sign‑offs and post‑interruption validations
• Perform required data entry, documentation, and non‑conformance reporting accurately and in real time
• Lead or support rework/sorting activities and verify part segregation to ensure quality
• Conduct inspections and verify product quality as needed
• Collaborate on and contribute to the execution of Employee Development Plans
• Train team members on Work Instructions and validate adherence
• Continuously look for process improvements and communicate them to leadership
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Leadership

English proficiency

Math skills

Industrial awareness

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Tape measure

Dial calipers

Micrometer

Job description

Hose Master LLC, a family-owned and USA‑made manufacturer with 42+ years of stability, seeks an Area Leader to drive daily manufacturing operations in Arkansas. You will own work flow, meet delivery targets, and lead a safety‑driven, quality‑conscious team on the floor.

The role requires strong leadership, problem‑solving, and hands‑on supervision to sustain Lean improvements. Responsibilities include coaching operators, coordinating labor and machine assignments, conducting start‑up meetings,