Production Lead, Fontana

Job description Job Overview: In the Back-up Production lead role, you will be responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of the production employees, maintaining positive employee relations, and supporting the production Manager and the Management team. Essential Responsibilities:· Must be able to forecast, plan and make necessary workforce adjustments to align the production schedule. · Coordinate all employee related breaks to assure appropriate coverage. · Quality Management: Assure that the team operates consistently within the policies and procedures of VPET USA Inc.· Understand and enforce GMP practices. · Develop team to solve day-to-day operational issues and reach performance goals. · Safety Management · Communicate to fellow shift leads: quality issues, shift issues, order changes, and audit shift's Daily Production Report for accuracy. · Responsiblefor notifying the appropriate departments of any issues relates to Warehouse, Maintenance, Quality, etc. · Training of employees per VPET's Quality Manual System, i.e.: procedures and work instructions. · Audit employees for adherence to VPET's Quality Manual System, i.e.: procedures and work instructions. · Must be able to make decisions regarding employee performance. · Perform all other duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements: · Ability to manage multiple tasks set priorities, identify, address problems and meet deadlines. · Self-motivated with the ability to work independently in afast-paced environment with changing priorities. · Computer skills to include Microsoft programs. Must be able to use computer programs to keep track of administrative tasks such as report writing, analysis of work orders, evaluations, etc. · Ability be able to read, write and speak English fluently (bi-lingual is a plus). · Basic to proficient math and computer skills. · ERP/MRP system experience beneficial. · Ability to work overtime and weekends as required. Physical Requirements: Requirements include, but are not limited to: · Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods oftime. · Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. · Must be able to push, pull, twist, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crawl. · Must be able to perform repetitive motions such as reaching and grasping. · Work environment is in a warehouse and temperatures inside vary between hot or cold based on the outside conditions. · This is a fast-paced environment with constantly changing priorities. Education/Experience: · High school diploma or equivalent required. · Minimum 2 years’ experience in a supervisory role or a combination of experience and education preferred. · Experience inthe plastic bottle industry or in a manufacturing environment preferred. Competitive Benefits: · Medical (HMO), dental and vision insurance premium. · 401k plan, Employer contributes 3%, up to 4%. · Company offers vacation and sick pay. · Holiday Pay: Eight (8) paid holidays per year. · Basic Life Insurance Paid (25K policy). We are an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or other protected characteristics. Job Type: Full-time Salary: Up to $18.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule: 10 hour shift 12 hour shift 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Weekend availability Ability to commute/relocate: Greer, SC: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: One location