Production Lead

Inline Plastics Corp; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Inline Plastics Corp. in Shelton, CT is seeking a Production Lead to provide leadership that fosters teamwork while coordinating daily activities; can perform the functions of Production Operator level 1, 2 & 3 positions; fills in for shift supervision as needed.

The role oversees day-to-day operations, schedules with MDT for job management, ensures QC inspections are completed, and maintains shift reports. Strong safety awareness and communication with management are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Prior experience or training in a manufacturing environment is expected.
• Ability to understand written safety rules and maintenance instructions.
• Basic math including fractions and decimals is useful.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day activities and assign work to operators as directed.
• Oversee shift operations and provide coverage for breaks as needed.
• Ensure QC line inspection requirements are followed by operators.
• Complete daily shift reports and maintain operator checklists.
• Assist with training of operators or packers and support safety practices.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing experience

Mathematics basics

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Shelton, CT 06484

Job Summary

The Production Lead provides leadership that fosters teamwork while coordinating daily activities; can perform the functions of Production Operator level 1, 2 & 3 positions; fills in for shift supervision as needed.

Operations

• Effectively coordinates and oversees day-to-day activities or work assignments as communicated by management or other established methods. Responsibilities may include problem solving; training employees; assigning, directing and checking work; addressing minor complaints and communicating information to management.
• Accurately prepares, inputs and processes various reports, paperwork or other administrative duties in a timely manner.
• Makes use of Machine Data Transducer (MDT) for scheduling/deletion of jobs and completion of shift reports.
• Covers for breaks and lunch of the operators, if needed.
• Completes daily shift reports.
• Ensures operators are properly completing operator checklists.
• Ensures production operators and machine operators are properly performing QC line inspection requirements.
• Documents results of quality control testing to correct process and material issues.
• Assists with the training of operators or packers when needed.
• Must maintain consistent and regular attendance.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Safety

• Comply with the EHS Policy and applicable regulatory and company EHS rules and requirements.
• Promptly report any unsafe conditions, practices, or environmental concerns to supervision. Resolve potential hazards swiftly, thereby ensuring a safe work environment for all employees.
• Attend scheduled EHS trainings.
• Actively assist the organization in achieving or surpassing EHS goals. Identify areas for improvement in EHS practices and recommend enhancements to contribute to our commitment to a safe work environment.
• Demonstrate safe work habits by adhering to general safety procedures, including correct techniques for lifting and bending, maintaining proper ergonomics, using equipment correctly, and wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Ensure strict adherence to all safety procedures, including enforcement and discipline related to Lockout/Tagout (LO/TO) procedures.

Product Safety and Quality

• Follows Product Safety and Quality standards.
• Follows GMP’s regarding food contact packaging as it pertains to the employee.
• Follows IPC product defense standards and complies with all Safe Quality Food (SQF) requirements.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or general equivalency degree (GED). Prior experience or training in a related field or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to take direction and understand written documents, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagram form.
• Ability to understand simple mathematics, using addition, subtraction, fractions and decimals. Knowledge of metric system a plus.
• Computer experience a plus.

Essential Physical Demands and Frequency

Standing: Yes

Driving: N/A

Sitting: Yes

Bending: Yes

Lifting: Yes

Other: Stooping, squatting, pushing, pulling

Twisting: Yes

Other: Various weather conditions

Communication: Yes

Other: Repetitive motions

Inline Plastics Corp. is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.