Production Lead (USCP)*

US Composite Pipe Inc is looking for a Production Lead/Lead Man 
Starting pay $22.00/hr.
Monday-Friday 6:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Saturdays when needed- 6:00am-11:00am

What We Offer  

• Top-tier Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Benefits eligibility 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
• Weekly Pay
• Safety Shirts after 90 Day Introductory period
• Safety prescription eye wear program
• Safety work wear subsidy after 90 day introductory period
• Bonus Programs
• Life and Supplement Life
• Company Matched 401K Retirement Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Fun Events
• Training and Development
• Employee Discounts
• Career Opportunity!
• $1,000 referral program
• Employee paid uniforms after 90 days

Overview:

The Production Lead will work within the Manufacturing Departments alongside Production Operations to ensure the highest level of quality for Thompson Pipe Group – Precast products. The position will collaborate with the department supervisor to ensure knowledge of, and compliance with, project-specific requirements. 

Essential Functions:

• Hold Daily Huddle Meetings, understand key metrics and be able to convey progress to performance expectations to the team. 
• Lead Continuous Improvement Projects addressing safety, quality, and production opportunities.
• Give direction to all direct reports and provide daily instruction to each team member. 
• Train and engage New Hires and coach them continuously to make sure they are successfully on boarded and continuously develop their skill set.
• Engage team in creative problem-solving activity and implementing daily improvements. 
• Ensure production plan is followed and all necessary preparation is done before shift kick-off to optimize efficiencies. 
• Identify needed Maintenance items and perform daily preoperational and post operational inspections and report any potential issues to be fixed prior to next shift. 
• Create an inclusive culture that allows for development and the sharing of ideas.
• Identify and report Safety Observations/Near Misses, striving for a zero-incident workplace.
• Report Downtime and Waste to Supervisor using Downtime Codes.
• Report Daily Production, including any details that will allow us to better understand production Opportunities.
• Work with other leads from other departments when needed to maximize workforce utilization and share best practices.
• Staff crews with the appropriate type and quantity of personnel for safe and efficient methods
• Coordinate and assure proper material deliveries
• Plan work schedules of crews to assure conformance to estimated labor projections and project deadlines
• Perform checks on setups and finished products for accuracy and conformance to plans and specifications.
• Perform checks on Setups and finished products for accuracy and conformance to plans and specifications. 
• Monitor personnel for adherence to company policies and productivity. 
• Read blueprints and specifications and be technically proficient.
• Produce a quality product (including quality evaluations) that meets the customers’ expectations while ensuring that drawings and job specifications are followed. 
• Maintain order and housekeeping. 
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing
• TPG will train and support in the development of leadsperson
• High School diploma or GED
• 2 years of Leading experience leading a team in the manufacturing or production support process.
• Bilingual Spanish/English highly preferred
• Work-related experience and/or training in skilled trades: Preferred
• Familiarity using tools and equipment associated with precast concrete production: Preferred
• Must be able and willing to wear a respirator as this role will require working with concrete dust.