RH7444 - Lead - Production Direct

Responsibilities:

• Organize and coordinate full-time and contract labor.
• Respond to production problems on the floor.
• Attend to problems with support equipment where capable.
• General supervision of employees and enforcement of company policies and practices.
• Ensure all safety requirements are met such as personal protective equipment, WHMIS.
• Continue to develop processing skills as well equipment and material knowledge.
• Coordinate product changes, reconfiguration orders and rework with Supervisor, Utility person and Material handler.
• Assist with mold insert changes when required.
• In the Supervisor’s absence, forward completed time sheet (Kronos) to the Operations Manager for approval. Review and forward temporary employee time sheets to the appropriate employment agency.

Requirements:

• 2 years of experience in injection molding production operations.
• Supervisory experience in manufacturing environment or demonstrated leadership skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a cooperative environment.
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Licensed (or capable of being licensed) forklift operator.
• Excellent Communication.
• Good mathematical and organizational skills.
• Basic understanding of inventory control.
• Basic computer and data entry skills.
• Good understanding of product codes and packaging specifications.
• Ability to be on feet up to 8-12 hours per shift.
• Use of hands and fingers to perform job function.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, bend and climb.
• Ability to lift up to 35lbs.