Career Opportunities: Production Leader -1st Shift Light Assembly (31947) - Gojo

Job Objective

In the Production Leader role leadership, administrative support, and coordination to the assigned production related department is ensured for conformance to schedule and procedures.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Utilizes advanced Computer Skills, systems, and software as required to operate efficiently.
• Meets daily production schedule.
• Communicates necessary information to support departments and line personnel.
• Verifies inventory needed for process orders in line specific production staging areas.  Verification in the self-help areas located throughout plant.  Ensures process is followed for current and future orders. 
• Utilizes staffing requirements to maintain or improve productivity.
• Assists with orientation and training of all line employees.
• Performs continuous on-the-job training for multiple skill levels of full-time and temporary associates.
• Monitors and addresses performance of team members and addresses production non-conformance.  Advises supervisor of situation.
• Trains, monitors and enforces safety procedures and policies.
• Monitors the proper counting and recording of components in SAP that are consumed to ensure accuracy, including returns.
• Maintains line and equipment including the Controlled Environment Suites, by following housekeeping and cleanliness procedures.
• Maintains proper storage and availability of production supplies.
• Coordinates machine changeovers and general upkeep of line equipment. Printer set-up and basic operation of FoxJet, Video Jet, Iconotech, and Domino Laser Coder.  Minor troubleshooting is required.
• Serves as support to other members of the production team, including other production leaders and supervisors.
• Reconditions product as instructed by a variety of departments.

Education and Experience - Required

High School education with a minimum of three (3) to five (5) years’ experience in a lead/supervisory role or, Associates/technical degree with two (2) to three (3) years experience in a manufacturing environment.

Must be able to use basic measuring equipment, computer, and a calculator.

Position Specific - Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Computer: Advanced knowledge and operation of Microsoft Office Products, Intermediate Excel skills a plus.
• Vorne-Utilize and Interpret data for GOW scorecards, Improve line productivity by viewing and      analyzing Vorne data.
• SAP: Process Orders, Inventory Management, Verification of available materials
• Livelink: Research and verify applicable processes and procedures
• Kronos: Performance Management System, Request time off
• LMS: Review and train on processes and procedures, personal development Production and Processing: Knowledge of inputs, outputs, raw materials, waste, quality control, costs, and techniques for maximizing the manufacture and distribution of goods
• Administration and Management: Knowledge of principles and processes involved in business and organizational planning, coordination, and execution. This includes strategic planning, resource allocation, manpower modeling, leadership techniques, and production methods
• Company Policies:  Knowledge and enforcement of policies and practices
• Education and Training:  Ability to effectively train and educate others
• Self-Development:  Continue to learn and develop skills using company systems
• Mathematics: Knowledge of numbers and their operations. 
• English Language: Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Role Type

Required Attire

Follows requirements of policies for donning personal protection equipment (PPE) or other requirements (e.g. hairnets, eye protection, etc.) when entering manufacturing, production related, laboratory, and logistics work areas. Other situations as appropriate.

Work Context

Physical Requirements and Work Environment