Production Lead - Assembly 1st Shift

crenlocareers; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive holiday

Flexible paid-time-off

401K retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, vision options

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Crenlo Engineered Cabs in Watertown, SD is hiring a Production Lead to develop and train seasonal and full-time staff, expedite work orders, and report production performance. This role supports the Production Supervisor to achieve safety, quality, and production targets in a fast-paced plant environment.

The ideal candidate is a highly analytical multitasker with strong organizational skills, capable of leading operations across shifts and maintaining accurate production metrics.

Qualifications

• Experience leading and training manufacturing staff
• Ability to develop schedules and evaluate employees
• Proficient in tracking production, scrap and rework
• Provide input on disciplinary actions and merit increases
• Strong safety and quality orientation

Responsibilities

• Resolve day-to-day issues to meet production, safety, shipping and quality goals.
• Train, develop, and maintain training sheets for all employees; recommend for advancement.
• Complete production, scrap, and rework reports.
• Provide input on disciplinary reports, evaluations and merit increases.
• Execute scheduled work orders to meet customer requirements.
• Record attendance for seasonal and full-time staff.
• Assist supervisor in incident/accident investigations and reporting.

Skills

Verbal & written instructions

Basic math skills

Standardized situations handling

Read assembly drawings

Bend & stoop

Lift up to 50 lbs

Willingness to travel

Access to plant areas

Manufacturing experience

Tools

MS Word & Excel

Job description

SUMMARY:

The Production Lead assists in the development, training, evaluation, and work schedules of both seasonal and regular full-time employees within a given area. This role also provides support to the Production Supervisor in achieving daily and monthly goals in safety, quality, accuracy and production. The Production Lead will be responsible for expediting work orders through the manufacturing process, accurate production reporting and maximizing resources while reducing scrap/rework. This position acts on the behalf of the Production Supervisor, if absent. The ideal candidate is a highly analytical multi-tasker with excellent organizational and prioritizing skills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Resolve day to day issues to meet production, safety, shipping and quality goals.
• Train, develop, and maintain training sheets on all employees and make recommendations for employee advancement.
• Complete production, scrap, and rework reports.
• Provides input on full time disciplinary reports, evaluations, and makes recommendations for merit increases.
• Provide input on seasonal evaluation, disciplinary reports and merit increases.
• Execute scheduled work orders to meet customer requirements.
• Conduct pre-shift meetings and delegate daily work assignments.
• Record daily attendance of seasonal and regular full-time employees.
• Assist supervisor in Incident/Accident investigation and reporting.
• Provide a safe working environment.
• Act on behalf of the supervisor during absence.
• Act as First Responder during Plant emergencies.
• Other duties as assigned.

KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Able to follow verbal and written instructions
• Basic math skills
• Ability to deal with standardized situations with as few variables as possible
• Ability to read assembly drawings
• Ability to frequently bend and stoop
• Must be able to stand for extended period of time and exert moderate to heavy physical effort with a minimum lifting requirement of up to 50 pounds
• Must be willing to travel as needed via most efficient means
• Must be physically able to access all areas of the plant and grounds
• Manufacturing experience preferred

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Basic computer skills – MS Word and MS Excel
• Ability to interact in a positive manner with management and other employees to achieve goals
• Strong leadership and organizational skills *n
• Basic ability to troubleshooting production/personnel issues

WORKING CONDITIONS/OTHER:

• The 1st shift includes Monday - Thursday 5am – 3pm.
• The 2nd shift includes Monday - Thursday 3pm - 1am with a shift differential of $3.00/hr.
• The weekend shift includes Friday – Sunday 6am-6pm for a total of 36 hours and added weekend shift differential of $4.50/hr.

This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and competencies required of this position. Employees are held accountable for all aspects for the job, which are subject to change at any time. An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Company Information

We are dedicated to the belief that people are our most important asset. In filling job openings every effort is expended to find candidates within Crenlo, its divisions or subsidiaries. Employee development, opportunity to grow and continuing to evolve both as an employee and as a company are instrumental to our success. We encourage employees to inquire about open positions and apply to those that help further their career goals.

Crenlo Engineered Cabs is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, disability, or veteran’s status.

Crenlo’s total compensation – or total rewards – extends beyond your paycheck and is designed to support and enrich your personal and professional life, including:

• Time Away: competitive holiday and flexible paid-time-off.
• Planning for the Future: plan for the near and long term with an industry-leading 401K retirement savings plan with matching and company contributions, tuition reimbursement, and other financial well-being programs.
• Supporting your Health & Well-being: flexible health and insurance options including dental and vision, pre-tax Health Savings Account with employer contributions, short & long term disability insurance and a total well-being program that helps you and your family stay on track physically, socially, emotionally, and financially.
• Work-Life Integration: other benefits including Employee Assistance Program and other employee discount programs.