Operator Lead (Manufacturing)

Job Description

Job Description

The Operator Lead plays a critical role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and successful operation of EDCO Products' manufacturing team. This is a full-time, non-exempt position based in Hopkins, MN, reporting to the Production Supervisor. The position is scheduled for 1st Shift, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. In this hands-on leadership role, you will coordinate daily production activities, monitor workflow, and support a team of production associates to achieve quality, safety, and production objectives while fostering a positive and productive work environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed described. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Ensure compliance and continuous improvement of all safety procedures and policies; promote a culture of safety.
• Participate in and support continuous improvement initiatives (5S, Lean, Kaizen) to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
• Lead and coordinate the day-to-day activities of production team members on assigned shift or production area.
• Monitor production schedules, workflows, and resources to ensure timely completion of products.
• Act as the first point of contact for resolving issues on the floor, escalating concerns to leadership as needed.
• Ability to perform and support setup, changeovers, and operation of machinery and equipment as needed.
• Provide training, coaching, and guidance to team members to ensure understanding of processes and expectations.
• Monitor product quality and assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records of production, downtime, scrap, and other key metrics.
• Communicate shift hand-off details and collaborate with other leads/supervisors to ensure smooth operations.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
• Monitor production hour-by-hour charts and address issues in a timely manner
• Daily hour-by-hour data entry on Safety, Quality and Delivery board.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.

Competencies

• Ability to effectively oversee, train, develop, and empower team members and create cohesive manufacturing teams to build a strong culture
• Ability to solve problems and make difficult, time-sensitive decisions under pressure
• Ability to read and write effectively and communicate well with team and management
• Possess attention to detail and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to prioritize work, balance responsibilities and meet production deadlines through effective time management and organization
• Ability to accurately complete and close production work orders and maintain production documentation.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, production metrics, and Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training or coursework preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Prior leadership or team lead experience is preferred.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and safety practices.
• Ability to lead by example with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

• Regularly required to stand, walk, talk or hear
• Required to sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; occasionally lift and/or move 50-75 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed described. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

  Working Environment 

• Production environment

About EDCO Products

Headquartered in Hopkins, Minnesota, EDCO Products Inc. is one of the largest privately held manufacturers of pre-finished exterior building materials in the United States. EDCO designs and manufactures a full line of siding, roofing, soffit, and rainware products. It has established distributor partnerships across the United States and Canada.  

For over 75 years, EDCO continues to set the standard for quality, service, and innovation. Every employee contributes to our success. Know you will be challenged and rewarded – and success is shared because we’re in it together. EDCO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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