Production Lead (Making Department)

KDC/ONE; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Zobele by kdc/one is seeking a Production Lead for the Making Department at our Garland, Texas site. The role supports the Production Supervisor, leads day-to-day operations, ensures safety, quality, and documentation compliance, and trains team members in standard procedures.

The perfect candidate has strong leadership, manufacturing experience in chemical-related processes, and proficiency with SAP and MES tools. Prior team leadership in a similar setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of production line or similar manufacturing experience.
• 3+ years of chemical-related production process experience.
• 3+ years of team leader or similar leadership experience.
• 1+ year of Making Line Team Leader experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads and executes daily cycle counting activities across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
• Supports Production Supervisor in daily production operations and team coordination.
• Executes process training for team members and ensures understanding of standard operating procedures.
• Maintains safe work areas and promotes required safe behaviors.
• Follows proper ergonomics procedures including lifting and bending techniques.
• Completes RCA, operating, and troubleshooting tasks as trained.

Skills

Leadership

Quality control

Process optimization

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Wonderware

FIFO System

Quality Windows system

Microsoft Office

Job description

Part of kdc/one, Zobele is a multinational, global leader in product development and manufacturing, key partner of the top Home & Personal Care FMCG´s companies.

To meet our growth challenges we’re looking for proactive, enthusiastic and talented professionals willing to join our team. Our Site based in Garland (Texas), is currently looking for

Production Lead (Making Department)

Supports the Production Supervisor and Production Team in accomplishing daily production results within the Making department. This role requires previous leadership experience and strong knowledge of the Making operational system or similar manufacturing systems. The Making Cell Leader is responsible for executing process trainings, supporting team members, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and maintaining efficient production flow.

Responsibilities:

• Leads and executes daily cycle counting activities across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods
• Ensures adherence to the cycle count schedule based on ABC inventory classification
• Supports Production Supervisor in daily production operations and team coordination
• Executes process training for team members and ensures understanding of standard operating procedures
• Maintains safe work areas and promotes required safe behaviors
• Ensures proper use of required PPE and safe equipment operation
• Demonstrates safe entry procedures while operating equipment
• Follows proper ergonomics procedures including lifting and bending techniques
• Manual lift equipment safely operated such as pallet jacks
• Follows work instructions, job aids, and standard operating procedures
• Completes required production QA documents and production tracking records
• Ensures compliance with GMPs and good documentation practices
• Verifies materials loaded and used on the line meet target quality standards
• Properly performs rework and reintroduces materials into the process when needed
• Completes RCA, operating, and troubleshooting tasks as trained
• Supports other production areas as directed by Supervisor
• Participates in Centerline audits, CIL activities, and machine changeovers
• Demonstrates hands-on knowledge of defined equipment operations
• Maintains positive teamwork and follows Plant Code of Conduct and Handbook policies

Experience:

• 6+ years of production line or similar manufacturing experience
• 3+ years of chemical-related production process experience
• 3+ years of team leader or similar leadership experience
• 1+ year of Making Line Team Leader experience preferred

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Specific Knowledge:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Package
• FIFO System
• Material handling documentation process
• SAP system
• Quality Windows system
• Wonderware software

Personal Attributes / Skills and Abilities:

• Integrity
• Leadership
• Results Oriented
• Proactive
• Good Communication Skills
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Ability to work in hot and cold environments
• Ability to kneel, stand, and walk for extended periods

Zobele by kdc/one is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, treats all applications equally and recruits purely on the basis of skills and qualifications.