Production Lead, 1st Shift

Wieland; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, &

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation & holidays

Growth opportunities

Wellness programs

Sustainability initiatives

Job summary

Wieland North America, Inc. is hiring a Production Lead for the 1st shift at our Staunton, Virginia facility. The role leads a team in fabrication/assembly of HVAC equipment, ensuring safety, quality and timely production across the shift.

The position requires directing team members and coordinating with Value Stream Teams for cross-shift continuity. Responsibilities include daily safety/production briefings, handover documentation, and training new direct reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in management with emphasis on manufacturing or equivalent experience.
• Previous Supervisory experience managing/leading a group of production associates.
• 2 to 5 years of previous relevant industrial manufacturing experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with all levels.
• Familiarity with departments and equipment within responsibility scope.
• Ability to interpret and communicate technical information to non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Ensures team members' adherence to safety, quality, procedures and policies.
• Conduct daily Tier 1 safety/production objective meetings at shift start.
• Provide handover information on unit status to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain time and performance records for each team member.
• Assist in training direct reports in documented procedures; maintain training records.
• Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Manufacturing experience

Verbal and written communication

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Bachelors degree in manufacturing management or related field

Job description

Overview

Wieland - Creating Value for Generations!

Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.

Wieland's Cultural Values

Wieland’s culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees' knowledge and abilities.With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do:safety,ambition,optimism,reliability,ownership,diversity, &respect.

Wieland is hiring a Production Lead (1st Shift).The Production Lead (1st Shift)leads and coordinates activities of a team of production associates in the fabrication and/or assembly of HVAC equipment. This person will direct incumbents to ensure Safety, Quality, Production, and Facility Operations are maintained on their designated Shift. Additionally, this person will communicate with the Value Stream Team on the status of all facets of operations to assure continuity across shifts

This position has direct reports over several areas. The team may consist of up to 30 associates across Manufacturing, Quality, and Shipping/Receiving.

This role is located at 101 Industry Way, Staunton, VA and will be fully on-site.

Responsibilities

Production Lead (1st Shift) Responsibilities:

• Ensures team members' adherence to specified standards of safety, quality, operating procedures, and compliance with company policies.
• Conduct daily Tier 1 meetings at the start of the shift to review pertinent safety information, daily production objectives and overall shift expectations.
• Provide documented handover information to the appropriate personnel on the status of units to assure a seamless transfer. Information shall include the status of units, where they are, and at what stage in the process they are in.
• Maintains time and performance records for each team member.
• Assures and assists (including hands-on training) in the training of direct reports in various areas to documented procedures. Training records shall be maintained.
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Production Lead (1st Shift) Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in management with emphasis on manufacturing or equivalent experience required.
• Previous Supervisory experience managing/leading a group of production associates required.
• 2 to 5 years of previous relevant industrial manufacturing experience required.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with all levels of personnel and departments within the organization.
• Familiarity with the various departments and equipment within the scope of their responsibility preferred.
• Ability to interpret, comprehend and communicate technical information to non-technical audiences.
• Must have demonstrated a mechanical aptitude. Mechanical aptitude exam may be used to determine the extent of mechanical aptitude.
• Basic computer skills with familiarity of Microsoft office suite.

Qualifications

Joining Wieland’s team gives you…

• Benefits-Starting on Day 1!Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
• Retirement Savings- 401(k) contribution + match.
• Work/Life Balance- Paid Vacation & Holidays.
• Growth Opportunities - We have over 9,000+ employees worldwide and 40+ locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
• Wellness Programs – Wieland encourages participation in ourunique and personalized approach to wellness, where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.
• Sustainability- Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.

Wieland is anequal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.