Production Operator Lead

Location: 2439 Discovery Hills Parkway, Brookshire, TX 77423

Shift: 12 hour shifts - day or night shifts available 6:00 to 6:00 following an ON/OFF pattern. 3 on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off.

Job Summary Statement:

The Production Operator Lead will play a pivotal role in overseeing and coordinating production activities within our solar panel manufacturing facility. This position requires a hands-on leader who can drive production efficiency, maintain high standards of quality and safety, and help to build a highly motivated and productive team.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides daily guidance to a team of production operators and technicians to ensure smooth and efficient daily operations
• Plans and prioritizes production tasks to meet production targets and deadlines. Ensure that all activities align with production schedules and quality standards.
• Monitors production and equipment performance to identify and address minor issues and appropriately escalate any issue that may impact efficiency, quality, or safety.
• Provides on-the-job training and support the rapid onboarding of team members. Foster a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging skill development and knowledge sharing.
• Implements and enforces quality control procedures to ensure that all products meet or exceed company standards and customer expectations.
• Promotes and maintains a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and ensuring that all team members follow safety guidelines.
• Troubleshoots and resolves production issues, collaborating with other departments such as Maintenance, Engineering, and Quality Assurance as needed.
• Maintains accurate production records and reports. Analyze production data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Drives initiatives to optimize production processes, reduce waste, and enhance overall efficiency.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements and Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent. An associate degree or relevant technical certification is a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a production or manufacturing environment, with at least 1 year in a lead or supervisory role.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team. Proficiency in manufacturing processes and equipment, quality control, and safety standards.
• Familiarity with production software and systems. Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and technical issues.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey information and instructions to team members.
• Able and willing to learn (interface with machine control panels, recognize quality, perform data analytics, troubleshoot issues and problem-solve
• Proficiency in English language skills.
• Physical Requirements: o Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, including standing and walking for up to 12 hours per day.
• Ability to lift, push or pull up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, bend on occasional basis
• Ability to reach above shoulder and below waist frequently
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects repetitively on a frequent basis
• 20/40 vision in each eye (with or without correction) and the ability to distinguish between red, yellow, and green is required