Production Lead

Want to build a brighter, bolder future and cultivate your career? Join Ecolab’s team and help create a world in which we all thrive. 

 

Ecolab is seeking a 2nd Production Lead for our Life Sciences Division. This role is responsible for working with departmental leaders to develop and implement actions to meet plant goals and deliverables. This position will coordinate processes, equipment and people to maintain continuous flow of product and services. We seek someone who will thrive on challenges in the quest for continuous improvement in safety, quality, and production efficiency.

What’s in it For You:

• The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments
• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives and ideas to achieve our best
• Comprehensive benefits package starting day one of employment including medical, dental, vision, matching 401k, company paid pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement and more!

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What You Will Do:

• Lead the second shift Life Sciences team in daily production activities, establishing safety and customer focus as priority. Able to clearly articulate shift goals and communicate overall plant goals with team. Understands key metrics and is conversant in discussing and explaining these key metrics.
• Monitor compliance with requirements of the quality management system including but not limited to gowning, aseptic process, housekeeping and good documentation practices for second shift.  Collaborate with Quality Assurance and Life Sciences Leadership to ensure appropriate escalation of compliance issues.
• Review process documents for accuracy and adherence to departmental SOP and Good Documentation Practices.  Drive accountability to team for compliance.
• Provide skill instruction and feedback to team members. Resolve personnel issues at the line level where possible. Is knowledgeable of Plant Rules and Policies and plays a key role in upholding compliance with rules and policies.
• Capable of operating all machines in the department in the process of performing lead duties as well as when needed to maintain production, provide break relief or to troubleshoot machine issues.
• Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, working with maintenance staff to resolve issues. Provide detailed description of issues and resolutions to team, Quality and Operations leadership
• Lead TPM continuous improvement efforts, including driving 5S and autonomous maintenance activities.  Able to conduct root cause analyses and own corrective actions.
• Other duties as assigned
   

Position Details:

• Plant location: Greensboro, NC
• Work week and shift: M-F / 2nd Shift / 2p-10:30 pm + OT
• Training Schedule: 10a-6:30p for up to 90 days
• Compensation package offered: $28 / HR + $1.00 Shift Differential

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 2 years of Ecolab manufacturing plant experience or previous manufacturing plant experience in a related field
• Ability to work overtime
• No immigration sponsorship offered for this role  

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift/carry 50lbs
• Must be able to pass a drug screen

Preferred Qualifications:

• Evidence of a mechanical aptitude, previous experience in industrial maintenance is preferred
• Experience working in a cleanroom/GMP environment
• TPM knowledge and experience
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing & Six Sigma systems 
• Self-starter with the ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple assignments simultaneously
• Collaborative approach to teamwork and providing guidance
• Basic computer knowledge 
• Professional experience coaching, mentoring, and providing feedback
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range:

The pay range for this position is $28.00 / hour. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.