Manufacturing Shift Lead: Training & Ops (401k + Benefits)

The-Kong-Company-LLC; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 74,501,000 - 85,411,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401k with employer matching

12 Paid Holidays

Personal Leave Accrual

Pet Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Dog toys and more

Job summary

The Kong Company LLC is seeking a dedicated Shift Lead for our Golden, CO manufacturing site. This full-time role runs Monday through Friday, 6am to 2pm, guiding press operators and supporting the Shift Supervisor to sustain production profitability.

Responsibilities include training, batch handling, equipment upkeep, data recording, and safe operation of forklifts. The role requires strong leadership, teamwork, and communication to ensure smooth shift performance.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a manufacturing team.
• Willingness to perform varied duties across shift.
• Able to obtain forklift certification.
• Effective communication with peers and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train operators on the shift.
• Schedule batches and deliver rubber to presses.
• Perform minor mold maintenance and cleaning.
• Relieve operators and run press when needed.
• Document downtime and downtime reasons.
• Operate forklift to move rubber and materials.
• Inspect product during production.
• Transport finished product to warehouse or transfer truck.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed.
• Fill in for supervisor as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Team training

Communication

Forklift operation

Job description

The Kong Company LLC is seeking a dedicated Shift Lead for our Golden, CO manufacturing site. This full-time role runs Monday through Friday, 6am to 2pm, guiding press operators and supporting the Shift Supervisor to sustain production profitability.

Responsibilities include training, batch handling, equipment upkeep, data recording, and safe operation of forklifts. The role requires strong leadership, teamwork, and communication to ensure smooth shift performance.