Production Lead

Production Lead, Weekend 1st ShiftFounded in 1973, O'Neil Digital Solutions (ODS) is a leading IT consulting firm specializing in the optimization of complex end-to-end business process systems for a multitude of business verticals including Financial Services, Digital Media, Healthcare, and Transportation industries. ODS provides high-touch bespoke software engineering, systems integration, and infrastructure management services to clients of all sizes and industries. From large scale mass communication projects to highly secure and confidential data analytics using Big Data frameworks like Hadoop and AWS Redshift, ODS has a broad set of proven technical capabilities that help companies make complex digital transformations. ODS offers state of the art publishing solutions through our customer-centric applications and services include electronic document delivery, web applications, high-speed digital printing (color and black & white), automated composition, offset printing, warehousing and fulfillment services. ODS is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA and also has offices/plants in Texas and North Carolina centrally located to serve clients across the country.The Production Lead is responsible for providing leadership and guidance within production regarding scheduling, staffing, quality and training. Duties and Responsibilities:Provide leadership and oversee day-to-day operations within the assigned shift as directed by management teamDirect the activities of employees to ensure accurate communications and seamless operations within the company to ensure the team is following all processes and procedures, and priorities are completed in a timely mannerMeet quality and productivity levels by leading employees to meet customer requirements, quality and deadlinesUnderstand the production workflowAssess workload and determine if extra resources are neededDistribute workload based on knowledge of personnelCorrectly read and understand information on job ticket to determine specifications to be performed on the job, and prioritize job tickets by due dateEnsure all components of jobs are available and locatedEnsure all sign-offs are completed and shift reports completedCommunicate to other shift leads during changeoverTrain on PHI recyclingUnderstand SLA requirements and deadlinesDevelop and implement continuous improvement initiativesAssist in the training of helpers and new or existing employees with operations and machineryAchieve a high level of employee efficiency and morale through leadership, positive influence, professional demeanor, and the use of sound management and human relations principlesProvide assistance to operators while reviewing individual job requirements, securing material and setting up the machine efficientlyEnsure safe working conditions and enforce all safety policies and proceduresConduct visual checks of machinery and escalate any problems to leadership and/or maintenanceMaintain a clean and organized work placePerform other duties as assignedQualifications & Requirements:High school graduate, or completion of GED requiredMinimum three years of related manufacturing print experienceSupervisory experience a plusBasic matching, printing and assembly skillsAbility to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced, deadline driven work environmentStrong organizational skills and attention to detail, along with effective time management abilitiesAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manualsAbility to read, write and communicate in EnglishStrong mathematical skillsComputer literacy with the ability to work with various file structures, fulfillment tasks, reports and information lookupMust be able to work overtimePerform all work and activities with honesty and integrityTake personal responsibility for productivity, quality and timeliness of workEffectively communicate (and listen) clearly, professionally, politely and persuasively in all situations; respond well and in a reasonable, timely mannerChallenge conventional practices and use creativity and information to lead, innovate, problem solve, and implement ideas to contribute to the growth of the organizationSupport and meet company/department goals and core valuesCollaborate with co-workers to achieve common goalsWork Conditions:Must be able to perform the essential job duties. Work may be performed in an office, warehouse and/or manufacturing environment.Requires the ability to perform the following activities for the majority of the day: stand for extended periods of time, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch or climb.In addition requires the ability to lift and/or push up to 35 pounds.May be exposed to noise and be required to wear hearing protection for the duration of the shift.Equal Opportunity Employer O'Neil Digital Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.