Production Line Lead- Helios 1st Shift_M-Th from 5:00am -3:30pm

American Air Filter International; Smithfield (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

AAF International in Smithfield, NC seeks a Production Line Leader to coordinate daily production activities, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality. You will supervise staff, monitor output, and maintain clean, organized work areas.

This role requires a high school diploma and prior supervisory experience in manufacturing, with strong communication skills essential for team leadership. Responsibilities include material handling, line setup, accurate record-keeping, and collaboration with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; supervisory experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Prior work experience and supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to read measurements and use a tape measure accurately.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise the daily production activities of assigned staff.
• Load rolls of chipboard on machine ensuring continuous supply of material.
• Keep accurate records of hourly production numbers and scrap.
• Inspect filters and filter packaging at various stages of production, making corrections as necessary.
• Assist with providing raw materials to the production line to ensure efficient and timely manufacturing.
• Sets up line for the filter manufacturing.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management to support production goals.
• Assist the supervisor in monitoring employee performance to ensure product quality aligns with company specifications.
• Ensure that all employees follow safety regulations and maintain a safe working environment.
• Responsible for production and packaging of products, ensuring they meet quality standards.
• Conduct regular checks on production processes and report any discrepancies to supervisor.
• Collaborate and lead team members to foster a positive and productive environment.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Supervisory experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tape measure

Computer

BPCS ERP system

Job description

Description

PURPOSE OF POSITION

The production line leader will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing the daily production activities of a production line. This key position with the production team will ensure that production goals and objectives are met in a timely and efficient manner, while maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES

• Coordinate and supervise the daily production activities of assigned staff.
• Load rolls of chipboard on machine ensuring continuous supply of material
• Keep accurate records of hourly production numbers and scrap
• Inspect filters and filter packaging at various stages of production, making corrections as necessary.
• Assist with providing raw materials to the production line to ensure efficient and timely manufacturing.
• Sets up line for the filter manufacturing.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management to support production goals

DECISIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the supervisor in monitoring employee performance to ensure product quality aligns with company specifications
• Ensure that all employees follow safety regulations and maintain a safe working environment
• Responsible for production and packaging of products, ensuring they meet quality standards
• Conduct regular checks on production processes and report any discrepancies to supervisor
• Collaborate and lead team members to foster a positive and productive environment

Requirements

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior work experience and supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment required
• Strong communication skills.
• Must be able to use a tape measure accurately.
• Must be able to operate a computer.
• Must be able to utilize BPCS to order material and return stock.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

• May be required to lift to approximately 40 pounds.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Safety glasses are always required to protect against dust and particles.
• Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, fumes and dust particles.
• Must be able to withstand both hot and cold atmosphere depending on weather conditions.
• Must be able to travel throughout the facility to obtain information needed to perform job functions.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

AAF International is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, uniform servicemember status, age, disability or any other legally recognized protected personal characteristics.