Group Leader

Crown Staffing is urgently hiring for a Group Leader.
Group Leader Job Details
Schedule : Core hours 10:45 PM-7:15 AM; schedule may change based on production needs and coverage. Training will be provided on 1st shift for approximately 2-3 months.
Pay Rate : $31.25/hr
Location : Lebanon, OH
Group Leader Requirements/Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
  
• Associate degree preferred.
  
• 1-3 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment required.
  
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
  
• Ability to learn company systems quickly.
  
• Strong problem-solving and attention-to-detail skills.
  
• Ability to understand and communicate production and planning information clearly.
  
• Customer-focused approach with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
  
• Dependable, collaborative, and proactive team player.
  
• Ability to support continuous improvement initiatives.
  
• Ability to work a full-time schedule with possible overtime.
  
• Ability to lift and move up to 25 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
  
• Ability to remain stationary and move throughout the workplace as required.
  
• Ability to perform occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
  
• Ability to read printed and digital materials and assess product quality and equipment indicators.
  
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment and use required PPE.
  

• Provide daily direction to team leaders and plant associates to support safe, efficient production.
  
• Conduct shift communication meetings at the beginning of each shift.
  
• Oversee work centers and coordinate production activities throughout the shift.
  
• Control the flow and schedule of work to meet customer volume and production requirements.
  
• Track attendance, hours worked, and time-off requests.
  
• Monitor working hours and communicate overtime requirements as needed.
  
• Prepare end-of-shift reports covering KPIs and metrics such as OEE, scrap, downtime, and attendance.
  
• Report major or recurring production issues and assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions.
  
• Monitor product quality, raw materials, racks, and production processes and take corrective action when needed.
  
• Train associates and ensure team members have the skills needed to perform their jobs safely and effectively.
  
• Promote a strong safety culture and enforce PPE, safety procedures, and 5S standards.
  
• Evaluate team performance, provide feedback, and work with HR regarding performance or disciplinary concerns.
  
• Partner with maintenance on equipment issues, repairs, and ongoing machine maintenance.
  
• Perform cycle counts, process reviews, and inventory counts with Engineering, Quality, Materials, and Maintenance teams.
  
• Conduct shift handoff meetings with incoming and outgoing Group Leaders to communicate safety, quality, production, and maintenance concerns.
  
• Support company safety, environmental, health, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  

• Competitive compensation.
  
• Health, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
  
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
  
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
  
• Flexible Spending Account.
  
• Employee Assistance Program.
  
• 401(k) with company match.
  
• Bonus program.
  
• Tuition reimbursement.
  
• Career development and ongoing training.
  
• Paid holidays and vacation.
  
• Employee recognition programs.
  
• Opportunity to develop leadership and manufacturing management skills.
  
• Team-oriented work environment focused on safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement.
  

• Weekly pay
• Direct deposit with pay card option
• Health care package
• Opportunities for permanent placement and career advancement