RxO - Manufacturing Team Lead (3rd Shift)

EssilorLuxottica; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Retirement savings

Paid time off/vacation

Employee discounts

Job summary

EssilorLuxottica is seeking a Manufacturing Team Lead in Youngstown, Ohio to assist Supervisors in achieving business goals related to quality, productivity, breakage, and costs. The role involves directing production associates, conducting start-up meetings, and managing the workflow effectively.

The ideal candidate must have at least 3 years of related experience and 1 year in a supervisory role. Strong communication skills are essential, and a background in ISO 9000 or LEAN manufacturing is preferred. A competitive benefits package is included.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years related experience and 1 year supervisory experience.
• Ability to rotate from sitting and standing for long periods.
• Competent in using repetitive motion of hands and wrists.

Responsibilities

• Assist Manufacturing Supervisors in achieving business goals.
• Provide direction to production associates through daily workflow coordination.
• Manage team workflow and conduct productive start-up meetings.

Skills

Good communication (oral and written) skills

PC and statistical skills

Ability to lift up to 25 pounds

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Manufacturing Team Lead

Position: Full‑Time

General Function

The Manufacturing Team Lead is responsible for assisting the Manufacturing Supervisors in the achievement of business goals such as quality, productivity, breakage and costs by providing direction to production associates through the coordination of daily workflow.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides timely and effective feedback to associates based on individual quality performance and productivity standards.
• Actively displays managerial courage by proactively addressing issues and conflicts; takes ownership for the team and their performance.
• Actively manages the team for a continuous workflow, spotting constraints prior to them creating a gap in the line; measures variations in flow by tracking standards each hour and makes appropriate course corrections as needed. Seeks guidance when necessary.
• Conducts productive start‑up meetings that effectively communicate the daily goals and previous shift performance. Solicits associate feedback on missed opportunities and successes.
• Demonstrates use of root cause analysis skills – seeks to truly understand the dynamics of the problem, collects the necessary data, develops a solution while involving associates, creates an effective measurement structure to monitor results and makes immediate course corrections, and conducts follow‑up inspection to assure adherence.
• Creates a formal pre‑shift plan that describes associate line up, ship goals, quality goals, and shift challenges that current set‑up will encounter during shift; discusses plan with supervision and seeks guidance where necessary.
• Develops and provides a formal end‑of‑shift wrap‑up report that includes a list of bullet points describing current condition of facility at shift end, machine calibration, and set‑up.
• Follows through with training commitments outlined in weekly training plan: actively participates in weekly training meetings by providing updates on associate progress and makes recommendations on potential training opportunities.
• Participates in the interview process: conducts interviews as needed and assists in the decision making process.
• Participates in new employee orientation and training; motivates and encourages new hires and existing associates to improve associate retention.
• Works effectively with other departments that support the manufacturing process. Proactively and effectively communicates issues.
• Efficiently manages resources in area of responsibility including materials, productivity, processing priority work and workflow.
• Supports, follows and monitors all safety requirements and provides immediate feedback where necessary.
• Maintains adherence to company policies.
• Assumes additional responsibilities and performs special projects as needed or directed.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years related experience
• 1+ years supervisory experience
• Able to rotate from sitting and standing for long periods of time
• Ability to bend or twist as needed
• Able to use repetitive motion of hands and wrists
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
• Competent in PC and statistical skills
• Good communication (oral and written) skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in ISO 9000, optical training, cellular and LEAN manufacturing

Benefits

Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first‑class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

Equal Opportunity Employer

EssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.