Trim Lead 3rd shift

JOB PURPOSE

The Trim/CNC/Boots Lead is responsible for supporting and coordinating daily activities within Secondary Operations to ensure production, quality, safety, and efficiency expectations are met. This is a working lead position that provides day-to-day direction, training, and support to team members while actively performing production duties. The Lead serves as a primary point of contact on the floor and communicates production needs, employee concerns, quality issues, equipment problems, and other operational concerns to the Production Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate and prioritize daily work assignments based on the production schedule and direction from the Production Supervisor.
• Provide day-to-day direction and support to employees within Trim, CNC, Boots, and other assigned Secondary Operations areas.
• Train new and existing employees on proper work methods, quality requirements, safety procedures, equipment operation, and department expectations.
• Monitor workflow, cycle times, productivity, and staffing throughout the shift and communicate concerns to the Production Supervisor.
• Perform trimming, mending, flaming, palletizing, deflashing, routing, inspection, and other secondary operations as required.
• Be responsible for completing and coordinating required bandsaw cuts to support production needs and ensure parts are cut accurately, safely, and according to specifications.
• Verify bandsaw cuts meet required measurements and quality standards before parts move to the next stage of production.
• Operate CNC machines, bandsaws, and other approved equipment according to established procedures and safety requirements.
• Inspect parts and help ensure finished products meet customer and company quality requirements.
• Identify defective or nonconforming parts and ensure quality concerns are properly communicated and addressed.
• Ensure employees follow established work instructions, processes, safety procedures, and PPE requirements.
• Assist with troubleshooting minor production, quality, process, material, or equipment issues and escalate concerns when necessary.
• Help maintain an organized, clean, and safe work area.
• Communicate shift priorities, production status, delays, staffing concerns, and other important information to the Production Supervisor.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, respectful communication, and a positive working environment.
• Lead by example by maintaining strong attendance, productivity, quality, safety, and professional conduct.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Production Supervisor.

LEAD RESPONSIBILITIES

The Trim/CNC/Boots Lead provides daily work direction and training but does not independently make final decisions regarding hiring, termination, disciplinary action, compensation, or other employment matters. Employee performance, attendance, conduct, or safety concerns should be documented and promptly communicated to the Production Supervisor and/or Human Resources.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Experience: Previous manufacturing or production experience preferred. Experience in Trim, CNC, Boots, Secondary Operations, or a similar manufacturing environment strongly preferred. Previous lead or training experience preferred.

• Strong knowledge of department processes, quality expectations, and safe work practices.
• Ability to effectively train and provide direction to employees.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work based on production needs.
• Ability to identify quality defects and production concerns.
• Ability to use basic hand tools and operate applicable production equipment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and make sound day-to-day operational decisions within the scope of the position.
• Dependable, organized, and able to lead by example.
• Ability to work in hot or cold temperatures for extended periods.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods.
• Must regularly be able to lift and/or move up to 45 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position works in a manufacturing environment and may be exposed to temperature changes, heat, cold, noise, dust, moving equipment, machinery, and other manufacturing-related conditions. The position requires frequent standing, walking, reaching, bending, handling, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling. Appropriate PPE must be worn as required.

DISCLAIMER

This job description describes the primary purpose and key duties and responsibilities of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties. Management reserves the right to add, modify, or reassign duties and responsibilities based on business needs. Employees may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time.