Oldcastle Infrastructure™, a CRH company, is the leading provider of utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We're more than just a manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, or plastic products. We're a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, and more. With our network of more than 80 manufacturing facilities and more than 4,000 employees, we're leading the industry with innovation and a safety-first mindset.
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Job Summary
We are seeking a full-time Production Lead. The Production Lead is responsible to supervise and train production personnel in the daily operations during their shift in a manner consistent with overall Company policies and procedures. As well as ensuring the final product is manufactured safely, is of high quality, and delivered on time to the customer.
Job Responsibilities
Supervise personnel, production workflow, safety and quality
Must be able to operate all stations of the work center for employee training and troubleshooting purposes
Confirm that employees have been instructed on the proper safety procedures
Assist Production Manager in handling the production line personnel as well as the production workflow
Train new hires and/or transfers into the department
Complete beginning of shift/end of shift meetings with prior shift/next shift to receive and pass on any critical production/quality/machine information
Complete beginning of shift huddles to go over safety information, announcements, any necessary information from beginning shift meeting and assign tasks to shift personnel
Ensure all personnel, prior to the start of shift, are wearing the correct safety equipment and that safety awareness is maintained throughout shift
Ensure that individuals are applying proper techniques that comply with proper quality control procedures
Report to maintenance and safety coordinator any safety hazards or equipment malfunctions/required maintenance
Ensure that work effort is being applied effectively and that company quality standards and production capacities for the shift are met
Provide feedback to Production Manager regarding performance of department employees
Regular and predictable attendance, safely performing tasks, and adherence to all safety policies and procedures are essential functions of the job
Assist Production Manager with performance evaluations on shift personnel
Complete verbal and written disciplinary warnings/counseling in accordance with the company's policy and procedures
Complete production reports at the end of the shift, including work performed by department, back orders and hot items
Responsible for assisting Safety Coordinator in completion of monthly safety trainings for shift personnel
Regular and predictable attendance, safely performing tasks and adherence to all safety policies/procedures are essential functions of the job
Consistently and effectively communicating with other shift counterparts, production manager, plant manager, technicians, HR, customer service and maintenance
Enforce Safety rules and ensure work areas are maintained in a clean and orderly condition
Directs production activities for products in keeping with effective operations
Allocate shift personnel to various areas to accomplish scheduled jobs and to maintain production efficiencies
Encourages and leads maximum shift production flow, while ensuring safety and quality
Job Requirements
At least 3 years of Lead/Supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment is required
Able to operate under pressure, meet strict deadlines, effectively prioritize workload and capacity to multi-task
Ability to lead by example and build effective teams
Strong verbal and written communication, interpersonal, organizational and time management skills
Ability to work in a factory environment and perform manual labor
Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint
Ability to read and perform mathematical calculations and measurements with numbers, fractions, and decimals
Ability to bend and twist frequently and carry, walk, and reach constantly
Must have the ability to lift and/or move up to 40 lbs. frequently
Ability to work under varied temperatures consistent with the same climate conditions of the region (heat, cold, humidity, etc.)
Movements frequently and regularly required using the wrists, hands and fingers
The typical noise lever for this position is loud due to heavy machinery
Able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information
Standing for long periods of time
Ability to work under tight time constraints and at multi-task functions
What CRH Offers You
Highly competitive base pay
Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
Group retirement savings program
Health and wellness programs
A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
About CRH
CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.
If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!
Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
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