Production Lead at Intellipro, Mesquite, TX
Production Lead at Intellipro in Mesquite, TX. Contract. $26 to $32 an hour. Apply with swipeandhired.
The Production Lead oversees day-to-day manufacturing or assembly operations on the floor, ensuring production targets are achieved while maintaining safety, quality, and output standards. Serves as the primary link between line technicians/operators and management, assigning daily tasks, troubleshooting line disruptions, training team members, and ensuring compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Key Responsibilities
Floor Coordination & Workflow:
- Assign daily work tasks, shift schedules, and station rotations to line associates.
- Oversee line setup, teardown, and product changeovers to minimize downtime.
- Track and report daily shift metrics (e.g., unit throughput, downtime, scrap rates) to management.
- Ensure raw materials and packaging supplies are staged and available on the production floor.
Quality Assurance & Safety:
- Enforce safety protocols, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements, and OSHA guidelines.
- Conduct spot audits and visual quality checks to detect defects and maintain product quality standards.
- Ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and SOPs across all stations.
- Identify and report safety hazards, near-misses, and operational bottlenecks immediately.
Team Leadership & Training:
- Onboard, cross-train, and mentor new and temporary production associates.
- Monitor shift attendance, pace, and productivity, providing constructive feedback on performance.
- Promote a collaborative, high-morale team environment and resolve day-to-day workplace issues.
- Equipment & Troubleshooting:
- Perform basic equipment setup, adjustments, and initial troubleshooting during line stoppages.
- Coordinate with maintenance technicians for rapid equipment repairs and scheduled maintenance.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Experience: 2–4 years of experience in manufacturing, assembly line, or warehouse operations, with at least 1 year in a team lead, senior operator, or supervisory role.
- Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of assembly/production processes, machinery operation, and safety standards (OSHA, GMP, or ISO standards).
- Leadership & Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with proven ability to lead, delegate, and motivate a team.
- Problem-Solving: Strong critical thinking skills for real-time troubleshooting and workflow optimization.
- Software/Tools: Familiarity with basic computer software (MS Word, Excel) and inventory/ERP/MES systems is preferred.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to lift up to [e.g., 40–50 lbs] unassisted.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move continuously throughout an 8- to 12-hour shift.
- Comfort working in a manufacturing floor environment with variable noise levels, temperature changes, and equipment activity.