Production Lead

Position Summary:TheProduction Lead assists the Supervisor in maintaining and improving the output of production lines through training, process developmentand continuous improvement. The Fabrication Lead is expected to leadby example and fill in where needed.

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Responsibilities:

• Participate in daily production meetings with the Supervisor: plan production goals for the day, set expectations, plan for tomorrow
• Provide training in all fabrication stages for new hires, builders switching stages and on new equipment and processes
• Coach and mentor current builders who may need assistance.
• Take an active role in setting and achieving production goals
• Fill in for call offs & vacations on all lines
• Encourage cleanliness throughout the workday & maintain 5s standards for the Chico Plant
• Participate in process improvement activities: Be an advocate for change.
• Communicate with Material Handlers on production line needs, and with Purchasing on consumables usage.

• Participate in vendor demonstrations when necessary.
• Keep a positive attitude. Lead by example. Set the standard.
• Be an active member of the Safety Committee.
• Continue maintaining all Mechanical Assembly Fabricator duties and essential functions as statedonthe Position Profile.
• Train to become a viable fill-in at every stage in the line including Mech. Reassembly, Electrical, Interior and Ramp.