Production Lead: Lead, Train & Optimize Production

Crenlo; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential $3.00/hr (2nd shift

Weekend shift differential $4.50/hr

Job summary

Crenlo is seeking a Production Lead to assist in development, training, evaluation, and scheduling of seasonal and full-time staff within a manufacturing setting. You will support the Production Supervisor to meet daily and monthly goals in safety, quality, and production, expediting work orders and maximizing resources while reducing scrap and rework.

The role requires strong analytical, organizational, and prioritizing skills, with the ability to act on behalf of the supervisor when needed.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Basic ability to troubleshoot production/personnel issues.

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 advancement.
• Complete production, scrap, and rework reports.
• Provide input on disciplinary reports, evaluations, 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.

Skills

Follow instructions

Basic math

Standardized problems

Read assembly drawings

Bend and stoop

Stand for long periods

Travel as needed

Access all plant areas

Manufacturing experience

Job description

Crenlo is seeking a Production Lead to assist in development, training, evaluation, and scheduling of seasonal and full-time staff within a manufacturing setting. You will support the Production Supervisor to meet daily and monthly goals in safety, quality, and production, expediting work orders and maximizing resources while reducing scrap and rework.

The role requires strong analytical, organizational, and prioritizing skills, with the ability to act on behalf of the supervisor when needed.