Production Lead - 3rd Shift

Production Lead

Since 1954, Olympic Steel has been focused on safe, profitable, and sustainable growth through the direct sale of a wide range of processed metal products and several metal-intensive branded products. Guided by our Core Values, we put safety first – always, and we believe in cultivating an inclusive workplace where employee belonging, and empowerment are foundational to everything we do. Olympic Steel offers employees the best of both worlds: the culture and community of a closely connected team with the resources, opportunity and stability of a large, growing organization. Learn more about Olympic Steel at iamolympicsteel.com.

The Production Lead is responsible for overseeing daily operations within the Laser and Plasma areas while supporting shipping activities to ensure quality products are delivered safely, accurately, and on time.

This role coordinates daily workflow and personnel needs to maximize productivity and minimize downtime. The Production Lead will review staffing requirements, recommend overtime or reductions in hours as needed, and help ensure production priorities and customer commitments are met.

The Production Lead will work closely with other Production Leads, Inside Sales, Production Planning, and other departments to coordinate schedules, resolve operational issues, maintain quality standards, and ensure on-time delivery of finished products.

Qualifications:

• Three or more years of experience in a heavy industrial environment or steel service center strongly preferred.
• Previous leadership, lead, or supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of basic computer applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, SEMS preferred
• Experienced with overhead cranes and forklifts preferred
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work both independently and with a team of diverse individuals
• Ability to plan and schedule to meet customer needs
• Ability to lead and train other employees

Why Work for Olympic Steel:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid holidays and vacation
• 401(k) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement & Employee Discount Programs
• Referral program

We offer more than a competitive total compensation package. We provide our employees the ability to build a meaningful life-long career. When you work at Olympic Steel, you can make a significant impact – at our company, in the local community and in the world. For a comprehensive view of our benefits visit Steelperks.com.

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