Lead Production Associate

Shift Third Shift - 12 (United States of America) Classification Hourly Job Description We are seeking passionate and ambitious employees who want to make a difference not just within our organization, but within their communities and the world. If that sounds like you, then what are you waiting for? Join the family and expand your horizons! Benefits Medical Dental Vision 401k Tuition reimbursement 12 paid holidays in addition to paid vacation and sick time Flexible spending Life Insurance, AD&D and Supplemental Insurance Hiring Bonus Shift Details 12 hour shift on a 2‑2‑3 schedule, 7:00 p – 7:00 a. 15% shift differential. Responsibilities Machine Operation and Order Fulfillment (15%) Provide backup to production staff for preparing materials needed for order. Review order and materials list, use RF Gun to locate and pick materials. Weigh materials and input information into machine to prepare the batch. Startup machinery, review production schedule, load bags into machine and coordinate with batcher. Ensure safety protocols are always followed. Housekeeping (5%) Ensure proper housekeeping and maintenance of worksite – sweeping, vacuuming, removing packing materials/debris and cleaning equipment. Staging and Shift Handoff (5%) Prepare materials for next shift to ensure smooth transition and handoff with minimal downtime. Provide shift summary report including productivity, downtime, and quality concerns. Quality Control (10%) Ensure team uses non‑expired raw materials and follows correct formulas. Collect samples for QC team and, based on results, adjust batch as needed. Ensure final product meets quality specifications. Equipment & Materials (5%) Escalate maintenance on any equipment and materials needed, shortages, failures, required repairs, etc. Leadership, Mentorship & Training (35%) Work closely with the Production Manager to ensure maximum productivity of the team. Train new team members on equipment and areas of the plant. Assist supervisor with workload balancing and provide direction to team. Act as acting supervisor when there is no supervisor on shift. Escalate floor level team questions. Address performance concerns collaborating with HR to document and correct issues. Ensure team is up to date with required trainings including compliance and safety. Business Systems Maintenance (25%) Input work order closing. Perform physical inventory and update system. Update work orders based on inventory availability. Required Skills & Qualifications Able to utilize math for basic weights for formulas. Able to read and interpret directions and order details. Able to communicate both in writing and verbally. Proficient in all plant equipment or equivalent work experience. 5+ years of plant experience. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and Experience High School Diploma or equivalent. Physical Requirements Must pass pre‑employment physical. Lift: Must be able to lift and/or carry a minimum of 60 pounds. Push/Pull: Must be able to push/pull 55 pounds. Stand: Must be able to stand 80% – 85% of the day. Sitting: Must be able to sit 5% of the day. Twisting/Bending: Must be able to twist/bend 20% of the day. Squatting, Climbing and/or Crawling: Must be able to squat/climb/crawl 10% of the day. #J-18808-Ljbffr LATICRETE International