Production Lead

Oldcastle-Infrastructure; Colfax (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Wellness programs

Job summary

Oldcastle Infrastructure in New York seeks a Production Lead to oversee plastic extrusion production, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency while guiding a team of operators and technicians.

You will manage setup, line performance, troubleshooting, scheduling, and adherence to SOPs; collaborate with maintenance and quality control to meet daily targets. This role offers a path for growth within a large, global organization and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred in manufacturing or related field.
• Experience in plastics manufacturing or similar industry.
• Familiarity with safety regulations and quality standards.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities.
• Ability to plan, organize, and lead a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate extrusion production activities to meet targets.
• Assign tasks and monitor progress.
• Ensure SOPs are followed and equipment is properly set up and maintained.
• Coordinate maintenance with the maintenance team.
• Assist supervisor with production planning and staffing.
• Recruit, orient, and train staff; support personal growth.
• Address personnel issues and resolve problems.
• Communicate with other departments and maintain clear information flow.
• Ensure quality control procedures are followed and product quality verified.
• Maintain 5S housekeeping and safety compliance.
• Provide training and develop staff; monitor performance.
• Maintain production records and generate reports.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and cost reductions.
• Collaborate on cross-functional process improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical or vocational training in manufacturing

Job description

Career Opportunities: Production Lead (528768)

Requisition ID528768-Posted09/11/2026-Infrastructure Products Group-Oldcastle Infrastructure-Full Time-Operations, Field and Plant Mgmt-United States-New York

Oldcastle, a CRH company, is reinventing what's possible in building solutions. We are the leading provider of innovative outdoor living products and utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We're a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, retailers, and homeowners alike as the manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, and plastic infrastructure products. Our portfolio of brands includes Oldcastle APG, Oldcastle Infrastructure, Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.

Job Summary

The production leadwill lead a team completing plastic extrusion production of raw materials into finished goods. You will be responsible for ensuring the efficient operation of the equipment, maintaining product quality, and leading a team of operators and technicians. Your primary goal will be to ensure the shift meets production targets while adhering to safety, quality, and efficiency standards.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate the activities of the Bay to ensure smooth and efficient operation
• Assign tasks, monitor progress, and provide guidance as needed
• Ensure that equipment is properly set up, maintained, and operated according to standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate repairs or maintenance with the maintenance team
• Assist supervisor with the production plan by scheduling and assigning personnel; accomplishing work results; establishing priorities; monitoring progress; revising schedules; resolving problems; reporting results of the processing flow on shift production summaries
• Assist supervisor with staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees; developing personal growth opportunities
• Resolves personnel problems by analyzing data; investigating issues; identifying solutions; recommending action
• Provide and facilitate effective communication and information flow with other departments
• Accomplishes manufacturing staff results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; initiating, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures
• Regular engagement with Quality Control in the implementation and enforcement of quality control procedures to ensure that fittings meet the required specifications and standards
• Conduct regular inspections and tests to verify product quality and address any non-conformities
• Maintain housekeeping according to 5S standards
• Promote a culture of safety and ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations and company policies
• Conduct regular safety inspections, provide training on safe work practices, and address any safety concerns promptly
• Provide training and guidance to staff, ensuring that they are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their duties effectively, identify training needs and organize relevant training programs
• Maintain accurate records of production activities, equipment maintenance, and quality control results
• Generate reports on production metrics, efficiency, and quality performance
• Creates and revises systems and procedures by analyzing operating practices, record-keeping systems, forms of control, and budgetary and personnel requirements
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and cost reduction
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements, evaluate new technologies, and optimize material utilization
• Maintains workflow by monitoring steps of the process; setting processing variables; observing control points and equipment; monitoring personnel and resources; studying methods; implementing cost reductions; developing reporting procedures and systems; facilitating corrections to malfunctions within process control points; initiating and fostering a spirit of cooperation within and between departments

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent. Additional technical or vocational training in manufacturing, mechanical or related field is preferred
• Proven experience in manufacturing or a similar role within the plastics industry
• Familiarity with safety regulations and quality control standards in the manufacturing industry
• Leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and guide a team
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written

Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. regularly

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• Aninclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH Company, is an Affir

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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