Production Lead, Rubber Compounding – Akron

Performance Health Supply,LLC; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Insurance benefits

Retirement programs

Paid time off plans

Family and parenting leaves

Wellness programs

Discount purchase programs

Job summary

Performance Health is seeking a Production Lead in Akron, OH to guide manufacturing, assembly and packaging while upholding safety and quality standards. You’ll make decisions on staffing, equipment and resources to meet daily demand and the production schedule.

The role requires 3–5 years of supervisory manufacturing experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to coach and motivate a team. Fork truck operation and adaptability are essential; benefits included.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3-5 years’ experience in manufacturing operations with supervisory experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Software.
• Ability to solve problems and can quickly adapt to changes on the production floor.
• Effective communication skills, confidence and ability to coach, influence, and motivate your team.
• Have integrity, be respectful, promote company values, and lead by example.
• Must be versatile, flexible and able to adapt to change.
• Delegate and facilitate as needed.
• Operate a fork truck.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and instruct team members on emergency procedures and proper use of safety equipment.
• Ensure policy compliance through audits and inspections; initiate corrective actions for non-conformities.
• Organize, plan and expedite work to meet customer demand and daily production goals.
• Support management objectives and transition teams through process changes to improve productivity and profitability.
• Maintain knowledge of operations and identify opportunities to reduce cost and increase productivity.
• Ensure inventory levels are accurate and support reduction initiatives.
• Train employees to company standards and ensure policies are followed.
• Perform machine setup and troubleshooting as required.
• Assist in hiring, firing and disciplinary actions of employees.
• Assist with daily operational metrics and attend required meetings.

Skills

Effective communication

Coaching & motivation

Adaptability

Team leadership

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Software

Job description

Performance Health is seeking a Production Lead in Akron, OH to guide manufacturing, assembly and packaging while upholding safety and quality standards. You’ll make decisions on staffing, equipment and resources to meet daily demand and the production schedule.

The role requires 3–5 years of supervisory manufacturing experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to coach and motivate a team. Fork truck operation and adaptability are essential; benefits included.