Production Crew Lead

Key Responsibilities

Do the Right Thing

• Model safe behavior and correct unsafe conditions or actions immediately; ensure PPE and safety-procedure compliance across the crew.
• Act with honesty and consistency when coaching team members and enforcing policy on the floor.
• Escalate concerns about safety, quality, or conduct to the Production Supervisor promptly and transparently.
• Treat every team member fairly and help new hires assimilate into a strong, respectful team culture.

Do What Is Best for the Customer

• Keep the crew focused on hitting shift production and quality targets that support internal and external customer needs.
• Flag quality or schedule risks to the Production Supervisor early enough to protect customer commitments.
• Support smooth shift-to-shift handoffs so the next crew and downstream customers experience no disruption.
• Treat coworkers in other departments and shifts as customers of the crew's work.

Drive Improvements and Innovation

• Support the Production Supervisor in applying LEAN methodologies and carrying out countermeasures on the floor.
• Identify and communicate opportunities to improve safety, productivity, quality, or cost on the line.
• Use basic Microsoft applications to record production data and communicate shift information.
• Encourage crew members to speak up with improvement ideas and help pilot changes on the floor.

Reporting Relationship

This position reports to the Production Supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of manufacturing experience required.
• 1+ years leading or coordinating a team preferred.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft applications.
• Willingness to learn and apply LEAN methodologies and root-cause problem solving.

Working Conditions

In addition to occasional office work, this position requires working in a manufacturing environment where personal protective equipment is necessary.

Compensation & Benefits

Mountville Rubber Company offers a comprehensive benefits package consisting of medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with participation in our 401(k) and profit-sharing programs.