Shift Lead, Production

Shift Lead, Production

Join our dynamic team as a Technical Shift Lead, where you will play a crucial role in driving operational excellence and fostering a culture of safety and quality. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and support production employees, ensuring a seamless workflow while mentoring new talent in a fast-paced environment. The Technical Shift Lead provides day-to-day coordination and hands-on support for production employees within their assigned department and shift. This position supports the Production Supervisor by ensuring that all safety, quality, and production standards are met while maintaining a smooth product flow through the department. The Shift Lead serves as the on-shift training lead for new employees, assists with changeovers and workflow organization, and acts as the department's primary safety champion.

Schedule: 12-hour rotating 7-7 swing shift (2-2-3) 2 weeks days & 2 weeks nights. City: Lexington (US) North Carolina Contract Type: Full-time

Responsibilities Job Functions:

• Production & Workflow Coordination: Lead daily production activities to ensure safe, efficient, and continuous operation of assigned lines or work areas. Coordinate product flow, line changeovers, and material staging to minimize downtime and maintain schedule adherence. Monitor product quality, line performance, and process consistency; promptly communicate deviations to the Supervisor. Assist with basic troubleshooting and ensure issues are escalated appropriately. Fill in across various production roles as needed to maintain staffing coverage and line operation.
• Training & Employee Support: Serve as the primary training coordinator for new employees within the department and on the assigned shift. Ensure new employees understand safety requirements, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and quality expectations. Provide ongoing coaching, mentoring, and skill reinforcement to maintain consistent performance. Assist the Production Supervisor in evaluating training needs.
• Safety & Compliance: Act as the Safety Champion for the assigned shift and department; model and enforce all company safety policies; Escalate issues or concerns as necessary. Conduct and document safety observations, report hazards, and participate in incident or near-miss investigations. Ensure proper use of PPE, lock-out/tag-out procedures, and housekeeping standards are maintained throughout the shift.
• Leadership & Communication: Serve as the first point of contact for production employees when the Supervisor is unavailable. Provides shift leadership coverage during Supervisor absence. Communicate daily priorities, performance hen goals, and shift handoffs clearly and accurately. Foster teamwork, respect, and accountability among team members to maintain a positive, productive work environment.
• Continuous Improvement & Reporting: Identify opportunities to improve workflow efficiency, safety practices, and product quality. Participate in problem-solving teams, audits, and improvement initiatives. Maintain accurate shift logs, changeover records, and production reporting as assigned.
• General: Embody EGGER Core Principles in all work activity. Other duties & projects as assigned.

Schedule Demands: Schedule: 12-hour rotating 7-7 swing shift (2-2-3) 2 weeks days & 2 weeks nights. Ability to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays as needed to support production demands.

Physical Demands: Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, heat, dust, and moving equipment. Frequently required to stand, walk, and communicate effectively throughout the shift. Sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods of time up to 12-hours. Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs. Reading computer screen or other electronic devices. Use of various office hand and electrical tools or equipment.

Qualifications Education / Experience: High school diploma or GED required; post-secondary technical training preferred. Minimum 2–3 years of production experience in a manufacturing environment preferred. Prior experience in a lead or trainer role strongly preferred. Valid Driver's License.

Skills: Demonstrated leadership ability with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Solid understanding of manufacturing operations, safety practices, and quality standards. Ability to train, coach, and influence peers in a positive and respectful manner. Competent in basic computer skills (SAP experience a plus). Strong organizational skills; able to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.