Lead Production Operator

Sika; Greer (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Generous Company Match

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements

Education Assistance

Professional Development Opportunities

Employee Referral Program & More!

Job summary

Sika is seeking a Lead Production Operator for its Insulation Greer, SC team. You will oversee daily production activities, coordinate schedules, and ensure safety and quality while maintaining 5S standards. This role reports to the shift supervisor and involves training operators and material handlers.

The position emphasizes leadership, coordination, and continuous improvement within a dynamic manufacturing environment. Join a global specialty chemicals company that values safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1-2 years of manufacturing experience.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to organize and plan.

Responsibilities

• Operate assigned production station and all manufacturing equipment daily, performing production tasks and serving as backup to supervisor as needed.
• Lead and coordinate daily production activities to meet safety, quality, delivery, and productivity targets while maintaining shop 5S standards.
• Monitor production schedules and verify output meets established quality standards and customer requirements.
• Assist in equipment setup, changeovers, startup, and shutdown procedures.
• Enforce company safety policies and ensure compliance with quality specifications and work instructions.
• Investigate quality concerns and process deviations; support root cause analysis and corrective action activities.
• Provide direction and training to production operators and material handlers on equipment operation, standard work procedures, and safety requirements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for shift-related production issues and promote teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement within the department.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries.

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world, produces in over 400 factories, and develops innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation industries toward greater environmental compatibility. Approximately 33,000 employees generated CHF 11.20 billion in sales in 2025.

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and results driven Lead Production Operator to join our Insulation Greer, SC Team.

**Responsibilities:**

• Operate assigned production station and all manufacturing equipment daily, performing production tasks and serving as backup to supervisor as needed.
• Lead and coordinate daily production activities to meet safety, quality, delivery, and productivity targets while maintaining shop 5S standards.
• Monitor production schedules and verify output meets established quality standards and customer requirements.
• Assist in equipment setup, changeovers, startup, and shutdown procedures.
• Enforce company safety policies and ensure compliance with quality specifications and work instructions.
• Investigate quality concerns and process deviations; support root cause analysis and corrective action activities.
• Provide direction and training to production operators and material handlers on equipment operation, standard work procedures, and safety requirements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for shift-related production issues and promote teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement within the department.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required
• 1-2 years of manufacturing experience
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to organize and plan
  

Additional Information

• 401k with Generous Company Match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid time off, Paid holidays
• Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
• Education Assistance
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program & More!

Sika fosters a culture of entrepreneurship, empowering each individual to make decisions, learn from experiences, and shape their own career path. The safety and well-being of employees are top priorities at Sika, with a strong commitment to open communication and maintaining a safe workplace. In addition, Sika actively contributes to the community and promotes sustainability by giving back, minimizing environmental impact, and embracing social responsibility.

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.