Production Lead

Menasha Corporation; Neenah, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Menasha Corporation in Neenah, Wisconsin is seeking a Production Lead for the 10pm–6am Sun–Thu shift to oversee the Folding Gluer area and adjacent production lines.

You will coach team members, monitor safety, coordinate schedules, and work with other leaders to improve productivity and quality.

A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, with strong communication, teamwork, and ERP/Microsoft Office skills.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to work a rotating shift and overtime.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Office beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety policies are followed and promote safe practices.
• Provide daily coaching and feedback to department employees.
• Increase productivity to meet customer requirements.
• Coordinate overtime postings and production schedules.
• Collaborate with Area Managers and Supervisors to resolve issues.
• Participate in lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety awareness

Team leadership

Shift work

Communication

ERP system

Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP system

Job description

## Production LeadApply: Neenah, Wisconsin: Full time: Posted Today: R15913***Menasha Corporation Employees, please log-in to your Workday account to apply for positions.*****ABOUT US (AND OUR EXCITING FUTURE)**Menasha Corporation is all about possibilities. Our two businesses, Menasha Packaging and ORBIS Corporation, are leaders in their industries, providing corrugated and plastic packaging products and related services to major global companies.Our employees make the difference, proving that great ideas, collaboration and quality turn possibilities into success. Working at Menasha Corporation means that your insights provide cutting-edge solutions for our customers. If you like to make things happen and are passionate about what you do, you’re going to want to be here.Join us and become part of the power behind possible.**About The Opportunity**The Lead Person provides support for all issues relating to Folding Gluer area as well as other areas in the plant. This person provides direction on the day-to-day activities of the department in order produce in the most efficient and effective manner. **Shift:*** 10pm -6am - Sun-Thurs **Essential Functions:*** Demonstrate commitment to safety and perform job duties in accordance with company safety policies and procedures.* Monitor work areas to ensure all employees are working safely.* Provide daily coaching and feedback to all department employees.* Increase overall productivity to meet customer requirements.* Work with other leaders in regards to manufacturing and quality decisions.* Assign work and monitor production orders as they arrive in department.* Monitor schedules, rush orders, hot list, call-ins, etc.* Author quality response forms.* Coordinate overtime postings/schedules.* Serve as communication liaison with 2nd shift Area Manager and 3rd Shift Supervisor.* Coordinate quality concerns with quality personnel or Customer Service.* Provide answers and make decisions related to production and quality.* Schedule production and monitor orders to increase overall productivity and quality while simultaneously meeting efficiency goals and customer commitments.* Participate in daily scheduling meetings with other lead people to discuss priorities, rush, etc.* Identify and implement process improvements and increased productivity opportunities.* Enhance internal and external department communication toward creating a cohesive work environment.* Participate in monthly department meetings and other meetings as needed to communicate policy, revisions, general updates, etc.* Provide backup ECATS responsibilities and resolve issues with Payroll when necessary.* Assist the Department Area Manager on the following areas: weekly/daily manning requirements, overtime requirements, quality complaints.* Provide input into employee disciplinary issues and performance reviews in a timely manner and in line with employee handbook.* Work with peers and other departments to improve quality and performance.* Actively participate in lean manufacturing initiatives.* Perform other duties as assigned by management/supervisors. **Education:*** High School diploma or equivalent preferred. **Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:*** Safety sensitive position – ability to work in a constant state of alertness and a safe manner.* Ability to work overtime and weekends as required based upon the needs of the business.* Ability to work on a rotating shift as needed.* Ability to effectively work in teams.* Ability to work in a production-based environment with moving equipment and people.* Ability to interact and communicate effectively with a wide variety of roles.* Must have computer skills in Microsoft Office and understanding of an ERP system.