Production Lead I

VPET USA LLC; Greer (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401k plan

Vacation and sick pay

Holiday pay

Life insurance

Job summary

VPET USA LLC is seeking a Production Lead I to oversee daily production operations, supervise personnel, and collaborate with the production Manager and management team in Greer, South Carolina. You will forecast workload, coordinate breaks, and enforce GMP and VPET Quality Manual practices to ensure quality and efficiency on the production floor.

The role requires strong leadership, bilingual abilities is a plus, and the flexibility to work overtime or weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a supervisory role.
• Experience in the plastic bottle manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day production operations and supervise production employees.
• Forecast, plan and adjust workforce to align with the production schedule.
• Coordinate breaks to ensure adequate coverage and maintain productivity.
• Ensure GMP compliance and enforce VPET USA Inc. policies.
• Develop team to solve operational issues and achieve performance goals.
• Maintain safety standards and report issues to relevant departments.
• Train and audit staff per VPET Quality Manual System.

Skills

Multitasking

Leadership

Communication

English fluency

ERP/MRP knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP/MRP system

Job description

Job Overview
In the Production lead I role, you will be responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of the production employees, maintaining positive employee relations, and supporting the production Manager and the Management team.

• Able to perform and be well versed in the Packer I, II and Material Handler I duties
• Must be able to forecast, plan and make necessary workforce adjustments to align the production schedule.
• Coordinate all employee related breaks to assure appropriate coverage.
• Quality Management: Assure that the team operates consistently within the policies and procedures of VPET USA Inc.
• Understand and enforce GMP practices.
• Develop team to solve day-to-day operational issues and reach performance goals.
• Safety Management
• Communicate to fellow shift leads: quality issues, shift issues, order changes, and audit shift's Daily Production Report for accuracy.
• Responsible for notifying the appropriate departments of any issues relates to Warehouse, Maintenance, Quality, etc.
• Training of employees per VPET's Quality Manual System, i.e.: procedures and work instructions.
• Audit employees for adherence to VPET's Quality Manual System, i.e.: procedures and work instructions.
• Must be able to make decisions regarding employee performance.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks set priorities, identify, address problems and meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Computer skills to include Microsoft programs. Must be able to use computer programs to keep track of administrative tasks such as report writing, analysis of work orders, evaluations, etc.
• Ability be able to read, write and speak English fluently (bi-lingual is a plus).
• Basic to proficient math and computer skills.
• ERP/MRP system experience beneficial.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as required.

Job Title: Production Lead I
Salary Status: DOE
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: ALL
Reports to: Supervisor / Manager

Job Overview
In the Production lead I role, you will be responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of the production employees, maintaining positive employee relations, and supporting the production Manager and the Management team.

Essential Responsibilities

• Able to perform and be well versed in the Packer I, II and Material Handler I duties
• Must be able to forecast, plan and make necessary workforce adjustments to align the production schedule.
• Coordinate all employee related breaks to assure appropriate coverage.
• Quality Management: Assure that the team operates consistently within the policies and procedures of VPET USA Inc.
• Understand and enforce GMP practices.
• Develop team to solve day-to-day operational issues and reach performance goals.
• Safety Management
• Communicate to fellow shift leads: quality issues, shift issues, order changes, and audit shift's Daily Production Report for accuracy.
• Responsible for notifying the appropriate departments of any issues relates to Warehouse, Maintenance, Quality, etc.
• Training of employees per VPET's Quality Manual System, i.e.: procedures and work instructions.
• Audit employees for adherence to VPET's Quality Manual System, i.e.: procedures and work instructions.
• Must be able to make decisions regarding employee performance.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Ability to manage multiple tasks set priorities, identify, address problems and meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Computer skills to include Microsoft programs. Must be able to use computer programs to keep track of administrative tasks such as report writing, analysis of work orders, evaluations, etc.
• Ability be able to read, write and speak English fluently (bi-lingual is a plus).
• Basic to proficient math and computer skills.
• ERP/MRP system experience beneficial.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as required.

Physical RequirementsRequirements include, but are not limited to:

• Requires 90% of time standing and walking on the production floor.
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time.
• May be required to lift and carry up to 30 lbs. and use team lift approach when needed
• Must be able to push, pull, twist, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crawl.
• Must be able to perform repetitive motions such as reaching and grasping.
• Work environment is in a warehouse and temperatures inside vary between hot or cold based on the outside conditions.
• This is a fast-paced environment with constantly changing priorities.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a supervisory role or a combination of experience and education preferred.
• Experience in the plastic bottle industry or in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Competitive Benefits

• Medical (HMO), dental and vision insurance premium.
• 401k plan, Employer contributes up to 5%.
• Company offers vacation and sick pay.
• Holiday Pay: Eight (8) paid holidays per year.
• Basic Life Insurance Paid (25K policy).

We are an Equal Opportunity/
Affirmative Action Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or other protected characteristics.