Production Lead

At District Photo, our employees are the heart of our company. We are seeking a Production Lead in our Phoenix factory

Job Overview

The Production Lead is a junior leadership position responsible for supporting the efficient flow of product through an assigned production area. This role helps coordinate people, equipment, materials, and priorities to meet or exceed daily production goals while maintaining quality, safety, and a positive work environment.

The Production Lead is expected to lead by example, work independently, communicate effectively, and help create a team-focused atmosphere that maximizes productivity. This position is ideal for individuals looking to grow into a broader leadership or supervisory role.

Benefits

401K, paid vacation, paid holidays, sick and safe leave, life insurance, medical, dental, vision, and short/long term disability benefits.

Culture

At DPI, our success is powered by our people and its client's satisfaction ratings. Our culture allows employees to be engaged, empowered, and rewarded. We are a diverse and inclusive company who seeks to expand our brand by hiring collaborative individuals who think outside of the box. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all of our employees and visitors.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Lead employees in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with a strong focus on safety, quality, and productivity.
• Assess team members' skills and knowledge, identify training needs, and assign employees effectively based on daily production requirements.
• Monitor productivity, instill a sense of urgency, and identify opportunities to improve output.
• Help resolve minor production issues and escalate more complex problems as needed.
• Coordinate with the Materials team to maintain appropriate supply levels and inventory.
• Partner with the technical maintenance team to ensure equipment is properly maintained and operating as intended.
• Expedite orders throughout the plant to ensure customer orders are completed accurately and on time.
• Support the design, implementation, and evaluation of new procedures and process improvements.
• Lead change effectively by communicating expectations and supporting team adoption.
• Promote and enforce company policies, procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Coach, train, and support team members through feedback, delegation, and development opportunities.

Qualifications and Expectations

• Prior experience in a production, manufacturing, warehouse, or similar fast-paced environment preferred.
• Ability to lead by example and support team members in achieving daily goals.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions within established procedures.
• Comfortable working in a technical, deadline-driven production environment.
• Commitment to safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement.

District Photo Inc.

Founded in 1949 by Melvin Cohen as a small black & white photo lab, the business grew during the last half of the 20th century into a large wholesale photofinishing lab serving mid-Atlantic retailers and a national mail order film business. In the late 1990's under Neil Cohen's leadership, DPI acquired a photo business in the UK and has transitioned from a mid-Atlantic film developing lab to multiple state-of-the-art digital labs shipping millions of photos worldwide every day.

Today, District is one of the largest variable data printing companies in the world as their facilities comprise over a million square feet of manufacturing space with a global reach that sets them apart in the digital printing market. With 7 production fulfillment facilities located in the United States (MD, PA, KY, AZ), England, the Czech Republic & Australia, District Photo is the leader in creating photo-based products as they deliver millions of prints, greeting cards, books, calendars, blankets, mugs, and other gift items yearly.

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