Manufacturing Production Lead: Lead, Improve & Deliver

Plaskolite Inc; Ronks (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Plaskolite Inc. in Lancaster, PA is seeking a Production Lead to direct daily manufacturing activities, coordinate line workflow, and drive on-time production to meet quality standards.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of manufacturing experience with prior lead responsibilities, a high school diploma (associate degree preferred), and strong leadership, problem-solving, and accountability skills to support a safe, efficient operation.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of manufacturing or production experience required; prior lead role or demonstrated ability to direct workflow, support team members, and maintain production standards preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional technical training or an associate’s degree in a related field preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate the activities of production team members to ensure timely and accurate execution of daily production goals.
• Monitor production line performance, identify issues, and work with maintenance, quality, or supervision to resolve problems quickly.
• Ensure compliance with all safety procedures and reinforce safe behaviors, including proper PPE use and adherence to lockout/tagout protocols.
• Conduct quality checks and confirm that products meet specifications; assist in root cause analysis for nonconforming material.
• Communicate shift expectations, goals, and updates to team members during shift meetings and throughout production.
• Support and facilitate line changeovers, start-ups, shutdowns, and material transitions with minimal downtime.
• Provide hands‑on training and mentorship to team members, especially new employees or trainees.
• Maintain accurate shift documentation, including production output, scrap reporting, downtime, and labor tracking.
• Collaborate with supervisors, maintenance, and quality to identify process improvements and implement best practices.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of the production area in accordance with 5S and housekeeping standards.
• Model Plaskolite’s values by demonstrating integrity, respect, and a commitment to operational excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Accountability

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Plaskolite Inc. in Lancaster, PA is seeking a Production Lead to direct daily manufacturing activities, coordinate line workflow, and drive on-time production to meet quality standards.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of manufacturing experience with prior lead responsibilities, a high school diploma (associate degree preferred), and strong leadership, problem-solving, and accountability skills to support a safe, efficient operation.