Production Line Leader

Production Line LeaderThe Production Line Leader is responsible for coordinating, prioritizing and enabling daily production activities. Manage daily/weekly output based on material/capacity availability, and proactively identify and resolve potential bottlenecks.ResponsibilitiesCoordinate daily production activities to meet safety, quality, output and on-time delivery targets.Identify material/capacity constraints and resolve issues, including chasing material shortages, expediting and prioritizing functions (receiving, inspection, mfg. engineering, etc.) and escalating issues.Ensure that safe work practices are in use at all times.Ensure that ERP transactions are completed to reflect physical material movement.Achieve cycle count accuracy goals.Ensure production activities are completed in accordance with design and process documentation.Lead daily production meetings and assist with creating and publishing daily/weekly/monthly metrics.Assist with training and coaching of production workforce.Use data and continuous improvement tools to resolve internal and external corrective actions and drive process improvement.Assist engineering with prototypes and special projects for new development of product lines.Able to lead a team on multiple slide lines, hand solder and test benches, Wave, Selective Solder, Conformal Coating and SMT machines.QualificationsExperience/Qualifications:Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Inventory Management software.Good analytical and problem solving skills.Excellent written and verbal communications skills.Knowledge of lean practices and continuous improvements tools.Demonstrate the ability to lead by example, provide guidance, mentor peers and to promote team work.Able to work a 10.5 hour shift, which includes 30 minutes prior to start up by prepping the line with material and documentation 4 days a per week, M-Th. Fri and Sat as required.High school diploma/GED.3 5 years experience in a manufacturing environment required with demonstrated project leadership responsibilities.