Lead Production Associate

Classification Hourly, Second Shift – 8 (United States of America) Responsibilities Machine Operation and Order Fulfillment (15%): Provide backup to production staff in preparing materials needed for order. Housekeeping (5%): Ensure proper housekeeping and maintenance of worksite – sweeping, vacuuming, removing packing materials/debris and equipment cleaning. Staging and Shift Handoff (5%): Prepare materials for next shift to ensure smooth transition and handoff with minimal downtime. Provide shift summary report that includes productivity, downtime, and quality concerns. Quality Control (10%): Ensure team is utilizing raw materials that are not expired and follow correct formulas. Collect samples for the QC team and, based on results, adjust batch as needed. Ensure final product meets quality specifications. Equipment & Materials (5%): Escalate maintenance for any equipment and materials that need 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 in the plant. Assist supervisor with workload balancing and provide direction to team. For shift without a supervisor, act as supervisor. Floor-level escalation for team questions. Promptly address performance concerns with Human Resources. Ensure team is up to date with all 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 Ability to utilize math to perform basic weights for formulas. Ability to read and interpret directions and order details. Ability to communicate both in writing and verbally. Proficiency in all of the plant equipment or equivalent work experience. 5+ years of plant experience. Education and Experience High School Diploma or equivalent. Physical Requirements Must pass pre‑employment physical. Lifting: 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 stand 80–85% of day. Sit: Must sit 5% of day. Twisting/Bending: Must twist/bend 20% of day. Squatting, Climbing and/or Crawling: Must squat/climb/crawl 10% of day. Benefits Medical Dental Vision 401(k) Tuition Reimbursement 12 paid holidays in addition to paid vacation and sick time Flexible Spending Account Life Insurance, AD&D and Supplemental Insurance Hiring Bonus #J-18808-Ljbffr Laticrete International