Production Lead

About us: At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world. Driven by a passion for excellence, we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design, manufacture and service some of the world’s most transformative products, including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission critical aerospace systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. Visit Plexus.com to learn more about our unwavering commitment to our vision. When we invest in our people, we invest in building a better world. With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. It is our values that unite us and guide us in everything that we do, including how we operate, behave and interact to foster a workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best. Our values include: Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success. As a team member, you will engage in impactful work through global collaboration and the use of emerging technologies, join an inclusive culture where every team member is valued and working toward a greater purpose, and be empowered to reach your full potential through various development programs designed to accelerate your growth. Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members' wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience. For more information, visit our US benefits website at usbenefits.plexus.com. Our commitment to pay range transparency fosters an equitable workplace, where everyone can feel valued. The annual compensation range for this position is stated below. The salary offered within this range will be based upon the geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level. Salary Range: $43,100.00 - $64,700.00 Purpose Statement: Responsible for supervising and managing activities directly related to the daily business needs. The activities of concentration will include, but are not limited to the following areas-direction and leadership, daily production work load, quality, cross training, skill development and time off approvals/hours worked. This position is under limited supervision and is required to exercise moderate discretion and independent judgment by developing, analyzing and delivering simple to complex information. Provides immediate supervision to a unit or group of two or more employees, assigning tasks, checking work at frequent intervals, and maintaining schedules. Completes performance appraisal recommendations, and recommends job classifications. Key Job Accountabilities: Assign work assignments based on daily department needs, ensure quality products are produced and achieve department metrics. Conduct people leader activities which may include approving time off, conducting performance appraisals, coaching and disciplinary action and maintaining company policies and procedures. Communicate both written and orally the daily schedules, goals, quality issues/concerns to employees, other shifts, and support staff including supervisors and managers to ensure customer expectations are met. Ensure individuals are trained to the appropriate assembly build instructions and ensures personnel are compliant with all applicable training requirements. Intelligently flex those you oversee to meet customer schedules based on training and skill sets. Support and lead improvement initiatives and participates actively to improve work environment which includes improving safety, cleanliness, product quality and efficiency. This includes generating new and innovated solutions to complex problems. Education/Experience Qualifications: A minimum of a High School diploma is required; an Associate’s degree is preferred. Two (2) years of related experience is required; Two (2) or more years of related experience is preferred. Other Qualifications: Basic decision making and problem solving skills. Basic supervision and team building skills. Good communication skills. Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite or Google Workspace. Basic data analysis and presentation skills. General office equipment and materials. Physical Requirements: Ability to sit and/or stand for the duration of shift. Ability to frequently reach at waist and occasionally above head. Ability to carry up to 4.5 Kg (15 Lbs) and lift up to 20.4 KG (45lbs). Ability to use fine motor skills and occasional use of hand tools. Ability to frequently push, pull, bend, kneel, and/or stoop. Ability to meet visual acuity requirements that are defined by defined industry certifications and customer specifications Travel Requirements: N/A This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform. We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special requirements. If you need an application accommodation, please contact us by email at View email address on click.appcast.io. Please include your contact information and clearly describe how we can help you. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and/or background check. Since 1979, Plexus has been partnering with companies to create the products that build a better world. We are a team of over 20,000 individuals who are dedicated to providing Design and Development, Supply Chain Solutions, New Product Introduction, Manufacturing and Sustainability Services. Plexus is a global leader that specializes in serving customers in industries with highly complex products and demanding regulatory environments. Plexus delivers customer service excellence to leading companies by providing innovative, comprehensive solutions throughout a product’s lifecycle. For more information about Plexus, visit our website at