Production Lead

DescriptionJob Summary: The Level 1 Production Lead assists the Supervisor in daily embroidery production by helping assign work, routing orders, and operating machines such as embroidery, sewing, and heat press equipment. This entry-level leadership role emphasizes quality inspection, maintaining safe work practices, and supporting team efficiency while gaining experience in production coordination.Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesManages and helps assign production work based on priorities, ship dates, and shipping MethodsHelps route or close ordersAbility to operate various machinery within the production department that may include Embroidery machines, sewing machines, heat press, Blocking Etc.Helps ensure a “Quality First” mentality when reviewing orders and working with othersAssists in identifying opportunities to reduce spoilage and improve overall efficiencyPromotes a culture of Safety and AwarenessRequirementsEducation and Experience: High school diploma or GED required Knowledge of Richardson’s products Inspection experience in a manufacturing environmentJob Knowledge, Skills And AbilitiesMust be able to read and interpret product sheets, use simple math, and use basic hand held measuring tools.Training Requirements Leadership and Communication Training General Safety. Quality Assurance Awareness.Physical Demands Light physical effort required. Continuous mental and visual attention required Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk and sit and use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, etc. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Personal Protective EquipmentEar protection is optional.Work EnvironmentWork performed in a clean, chemical-free, temperature controlled manufacturing facilityWill be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and background check.