Production Lead

Laitram LLC; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

PTO 4 weeks

Paid holidays 12

On-site gym

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Stem cell treatment

IVF support

Job summary

Lapeyre Stair is seeking a Production Lead to play a key role in manufacturing operations in New Orleans. This on-site position leads production personnel, guides shift workflow, and champions safety, housekeeping, and lean initiatives.

You will help maintain high quality standards for finished goods and manage shift staffing while collaborating with the Production Manager on performance reviews and coaching opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school education or GED required.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and supervisory skills.
• Motivated team player with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Interest in coaching and developing people; able to lift 50 lbs.
• Proficient with email and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct production personnel on shift.
• Provide on-shift workflow direction to the factory team.
• Participate in plant safety, housekeeping, and lean manufacturing programs.
• Maintain high standards for finished goods quality.
• Manage labor resources on shift and communicate staffing needs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Supervisory skills

Continuous improvement mindset

Coaching/mentoring

PC skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical/Associates/Bachelor degree or equivalent

Job description

Lapeyre Stair has a position available for a Production Lead. This individual will be a key player in our manufacturing operations.

Lapeyre Stair constructs precision-built metal stair systems using a state-of-the-art engineering and manufacturing system. The Lapeyre Stair product line includes Alternating Tread stairs, Steel Egress stairs (welded and bolted) as well as crossover systems, exit and intermediate platforms, and safety gates. Lapeyre Stair is one of four operating divisions of Laitram, L.L.C. and offers an unparalleled opportunity for those who want to work for an established, yet growing company in the private sector. To learn more about our company culture, philosophy, and benefits, please visit our company page .

BENEFITS

Medical/dental/vision insurance, 4 weeks PTO, 12 paid holidays, on campus gym/pharmacy/wellness center, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, stem cell treatment, IVF and many more.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for leading and directing production personnel
• Provides on-shift workflow direction to the factory team
• Actively leads and participates in plant safety, housekeeping , and lean manufacturing programs
• Develops and maintains high standards for the quality of the finished goods leaving the factory
• Manages labor resources on shift and communicates staffing needs to Production Manager
• Provides real-time personnel feedback to the Production Manager and also participates in performance reviews
• Holds people accountable for the execution of documented policies and procedures
• Identifies and encourages training opportunities
• It is essential that this position be performed at the facility.

Requirements

• High school education or GED
• Previous manufacturing experience
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and supervisory skills
• Highly motivated team player possessing continuous improvement mindset
• Interest in coaching, mentoring, and developing people
• Above average PC skills for email and MS Office applications
• Problem solving and issue resolution skills
• Must be able to perform the essential job requirements identified in the Functional Job Description for this position, Including the ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.

Desired Qualifications

• Previous supervisory experience
• Understanding of 5S and Lean Manufacturing concepts
• Bachelor, Associate or Technical degree, or equivalent experience