Production Operator Lead

Kids for the Future; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids for the Future is seeking a Production Operator Lead to oversee daily manufacturing activities at our Goodyear, AZ facility. This hands-on leader will drive production efficiency, maintain quality and safety standards, and build a motivated, high-performing team.

You will guide a team of operators and technicians, plan tasks to meet schedules, monitor equipment performance, and enforce quality control. Strong communication, problem-solving, and a willingness to learn are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent. An associate degree or relevant technical certification is a plus.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a production or manufacturing environment, with at least 6 months in a leadership or supervisory role
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team. Proficiency in manufacturing processes and equipment, quality control, and safety standards.
• Familiarity with production software and systems. Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and technical issues.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey information and instructions to team members.
• Able and willing to learn (interface with machine control panels, recognize quality, perform data analytics, troubleshoot issues and problem-solve
• Proficiency in English language skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides daily guidance to a team of production operators and technicians to ensure smooth and efficient daily operations
• Plans and prioritizes production tasks to meet production targets and deadlines. Ensure that all activities align with production schedules and quality standards.
• Monitors production and equipment performance to identify and address minor issues and appropriately elevate any issue that may impact efficiency, quality, or safety.
• Provides on-the-job training and support the rapid onboarding of team members. Foster a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging skill development and knowledge sharing.
• Implements and enforces quality control procedures to ensure that all products meet or exceed company standards and customer expectations.
• Promotes and maintains a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and ensuring that all team members follow safety guidelines.
• Troubleshoots and resolves production issues, collaborating with other departments such as Maintenance, Engineering, and Quality Assurance as needed.
• Maintains accurate production records and reports. Analyze production data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Drives initiatives to optimize production processes, reduce waste, and enhance overall efficiency.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job description

• Location 1685 S. Litchfield Road,Goodyear, AZ, 85338,United States
• Employee Type Full Time

Contact information

Description

The Production Operator Lead will play a pivotal role in overseeing and coordinating production activities within our solar panel manufacturing facility. This position requires a hands, on leader who can drive production efficiency, maintain high standards of quality and safety, and help to build a highly motivated and productive team.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides daily guidance to a team of production operators and technicians to ensure smooth and efficient daily operations


• Plans and prioritizes production tasks to meet production targets and deadlines. Ensure that all activities align with production schedules and quality standards.


• Monitors production and equipment performance to identify and address minor issues and appropriately elevate any issue that may impact efficiency, quality, or safety.


• Provides on-the-job training and support the rapid onboarding of team members. Foster a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging skill development and knowledge sharing.


• Implements and enforces quality control procedures to ensure that all products meet or exceed company standards and customer expectations.


• Promotes and maintains a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and ensuring that all team members follow safety guidelines.


• Troubleshoots and resolves production issues, collaborating with other departments such as Maintenance, Engineering, and Quality Assurance as needed.


• Maintains accurate production records and reports. Analyze production data to identify trends and areas for improvement.


• Drives initiatives to optimize production processes, reduce waste, and enhance overall efficiency.


• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent. An associate degree or relevant technical certification is a plus.


• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a production or manufacturing environment, with at least 6 months in a leadership or supervisory role


• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team. Proficiency in manufacturing processes and equipment, quality control, and safety standards.


• Familiarity with production software and systems. Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and technical issues.


• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey information and instructions to team members.


• Able and willing to learn (interface with machine control panels, recognize quality, perform data analytics, troubleshoot issues and problem-solve


• Proficiency in English language skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, including standing and walking for up to 12 hours per day.


• Ability to lift, push or pull up to 30 lbs.


• Ability to stoop, kneel, bend on occasional basis


• Ability to reach above shoulder and below waist frequently


• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects repetitively on a frequent basis


• 20/40 vision in each eye (with or without correction) and the ability to distinguish between red, yellow, and green is required