Production Team Lead

• Lead a team of operators to execute the daily production schedule as defined by the Production Coordinator and Supervisor.
• Assign tasks, monitor progress, and ensure that work is performed according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure that all operators understand their daily goals, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, promoting teamwork, communication, and accountability.

• Monitor performance indicators for the team such as output, scrap rate, cycle time, and rework.
• Identify and address minor issues (equipment, material, or method-related) immediately, escalating to the Coordinator or Supervisor when necessary.
• Support root-cause problem solving and continuous improvement activities (e.g., 5S, Kaizen, Standard Work adherence).
• Participate actively in shift meetings and improvement discussions.

• Ensure operators follow quality procedures and that products meet specifications at every step.
• Conduct first-piece and in-process inspections to prevent defects from moving forward.
• Report quality deviations immediately and assist in implementing corrective actions.
• Maintain organized, clean, and compliant work areas in accordance with 5S and safety standards.

• Promote and enforce safe work practices among all team members.
• Conduct pre-shift checks of tools, equipment, and workstations.
• Immediately address unsafe conditions or behaviors and report incidents or near misses.
• Ensure compliance with plant safety and environmental procedures.

• Act as the communication link between operators and the Production Coordinator/Supervisor.
• Report production progress, issues, or delays in real time.
• Communicate any material shortages, equipment problems, or process deviations to ensure timely resolution.
• Support smooth handovers between shifts by maintaining accurate logbooks or production reports.

• Assist in onboarding and training new operators, ensuring they understand safety, quality, and production standards.
• Cross-train team members to build flexibility and resilience within the team.
• Provide daily coaching, feedback, and encouragement to support operator growth and motivation.

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