Production Lead (2nd Shift)

Plexus Corp.; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Appleton is seeking a Production Lead for the 2nd Shift. This role involves supervising production activities, ensuring quality, and managing a team. The ideal candidate will have strong decision-making and communication skills, along with a commitment to safety and efficiency. Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive salary range of $42,000 to $63,000 based on experience and location.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings

Professional Development Opportunities

Work-Life Balance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years related experience required.
• Good communication skills.
• Basic decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage daily production workload and quality.
• Conduct leadership activities such as approving time off and performance reviews.
• Support and lead improvement initiatives to enhance safety and efficiency.

Skills

Decision-Making

Problem-Solving

Supervision

Team-Building

Communication

Data Analysis

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

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About us: At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world. Driven by a passion for excellence, we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences, and Industrial companies to design, manufacture, and service some of the world’s most transformative products, including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission-critical aerospace systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. Visit Plexus.com to learn more about our unwavering commitment to our vision.

When we invest in our people, we invest in building a better world. With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users, and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. It is our values that unite us and guide us in everything that we do, including how we operate, behave, and interact to foster a workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best.

Our values include: Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence, and Creating Customer Success.

As a team member, you will engage in impactful work through global collaboration and the use of emerging technologies, join an inclusive culture where every team member is valued, and be empowered to reach your full potential through various development programs designed to accelerate your growth.

Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members' wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience. For more information, visit our US benefits website at usbenefits.plexus.com. Our commitment to pay range transparency fosters an equitable workplace, where everyone can feel valued. The annual compensation range for this position is $42,000.00 - $63,000.00, with the actual salary based on geographic location, experience, education, licensure, and skill level.

Purpose Statement: Responsible for supervising and managing activities directly related to the daily business needs, including directing and leading, managing daily production workload, quality, cross-training, skill development, and time off approvals. This role operates under limited supervision, exercising moderate discretion and independent judgment, providing immediate supervision to a team of two or more employees, assigning tasks, checking work, maintaining schedules, completing performance appraisals, and recommending job classifications.

Key Job Accountabilities

1. Assign work based on daily department needs, ensure quality products, and meet department metrics.
2. Conduct leadership activities such as approving time off, performance reviews, coaching, disciplinary actions, and policy compliance.
3. Communicate daily schedules, goals, and quality concerns to team members and support staff to meet customer expectations.
4. Ensure personnel are trained on build instructions and compliant with all training requirements, flexing team members' tasks based on skills and schedules.
5. Support and lead improvement initiatives to enhance safety, cleanliness, quality, and efficiency, including developing innovative solutions to complex problems.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; Associate’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years related experience required; more preferred.
• Basic decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Supervision and team-building skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Intermediate computer skills (Microsoft Office or Google Workspace).
• Basic data analysis and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with general office equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit/stand for the shift, reach, lift up to 45 lbs, use fine motor skills, and meet visual acuity standards.

Travel

• N/A

This document is not a contract of employment. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. Contact us at [e-mail] for assistance. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Employment may be contingent upon passing a drug screen and background check.