Area Lead

Company Description

Founded in 1978, California Closets has built a reputation as the leader and design authority in premium space management, delivering custom-designed organizational solutions and exceptional service. We believe home is more than just a place — it should be a source of creativity, comfort, and connection. From beautiful walk-in closets and entertainment centers to versatile pantries and home offices, we design custom storage solutions that add value to your life and home by making space for what belongs. Think of it as ‘practical magic.’ 

Job Description

The Area Lead is responsible for overseeing the workflow on the production floor in a particular area.  This position is also responsible for coaching, resolving issues and serving as a link between subordinates and upper management. 

What We Offer:

• Health insurance – Medical, Dental, and Vision
• PTO days and paid holidays
• 401K retirement plan with company match
• Grow your career with us – Many promotional opportunities available

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Accomplish Area objectives by developing schedules, assigning, and monitoring work, gathering resources, implementing productivity standards, resolving operations problems, maintaining reference manuals, and implementing new procedures.
• Organize workflow and ensure that employees understand their duties or delegated tasks.
• Assist operators with issues related to safety, quality, and production.
• Serve as final reviewer and verifier for respective production Area to ensure all parts are meeting the quality standard prior to moving onto the next Area. 
• Assist with operating a machine when needed or to fill in for an operator for breaks or training, or to assist with covering the area during operator absence.
• Verify test pieces are completed at the beginning of the shift and meet the quality standard.
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by establishing and enforcing California Closets standards and adhering to safety regulations.
• Support production in all equipment areas including panel saw, edge band, computer numerical control (CNC), and pack.

Qualifications

• Minimum of high school diploma or GED required.
• Must hold (or obtain) a Level 4 in the Area assigned (Saw, Pack, CNC, or Banding), within 3 months of becoming an Area Lead
• Should know how to run or should be actively training on all production equipment and production parts.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing processes and methodologies.
• Understanding of and the ability to abide by applicable proscribed personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to take direction and disseminate information to a team in an effective and meaningful manner.
• Ability to adhere to our attendance policy; regular and acceptable punctuality and attendance is required
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office suite with emphasis on Outlook, Word and Excel.

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