Production Line LeadAt ECOS®, we are a women-led company with a mission to create plant-powered laundry detergents and cleaners that are safer for people, pets and the planet. As a Climate Positive company, we restore more than 100% of its carbon, water, and energy use back to the earth, in our four manufacturing facilities right here in the USA.We have an immediate opening for a Production Line Lead to oversee daily production activities during the second shift, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing operations. This role serves as the primary point of contact for second shift employees, providing leadership, direction, and support while maintaining production schedules and company standards by performing the following duties personally or through subordinates:Supervising the proper labeling, filling, and packaging of product as it passes the production lineAssisting line employees as necessary to maintain an efficient pace while ensuring quality and safety; performing work on the line, as neededEvaluating performance of the production line workers and rotates on a consistent basis (every one to two hours, as needed) to ensure all safety guidelines are met and cross training occurs on a regular basisCompleting day by hour worksheets, ensuring the numbers are valid/accurate and efficiently entered on-time each hourRecording scrap and gives to Production Supervisor/Plant Manager at end of each shiftPerforming safety checks as instructed by Production Supervisor and Safety Coordinator on a weekly basisAssisting in entering information into Deacom, using scanner to input productionHandling product changeovers to ensure that line stations are ready for next product run with correct laser printers, labels, filling heads, etc., as well as capable personnelEnsuring all product has the proper container, cap, and carton by inspecting the work completed by lineEnsuring bottles, caps, cartons, and filling equipment is neat and cleanMaking sure UV light is on and running properly and ensures sanitary regulations are metEnsuring all caps are securely fastened and product is filled to the proper levelPerform basic troubleshooting of equipment and escalate issues as neededReports equipment problems and/or failures to Production Supervisor, Plant Manager and Maintenance immediately, following up to ensure an appropriate resolution is metReports employee issues to Plant Manager, Production Supervisor or Human Resources immediately, following up to ensure an appropriate resolution is metDirects the cleaning of all equipment at the end of shift and/or during work hours, as necessaryEnsures recycled items are placed into correct bin according to standards and educates employees on proper recycling techniquesEnsures components being returned to stock after fill run is counted, re-packaged, and identified with proper lot number to support material handling and storage.
If necessary, assist line workers & material handlers with this task.Participates in cross-training activities to ensure knowledgeable on all production linesServes as lead and point of contact for all concerns that arise during second shift, contacting Plant Manager and/or Production Supervisor if an urgent issue arisesEnsures building is securely locked and alarm is set at end of shiftHandles other special projects and requests, as neededPay Rate $23.00/hrIn order to be successful, you will need:High School diploma/GEDAt least 1 to 2 years in a production role along with 1 year of lead experience, preferably in a production environmentPrevious experience preferred working in an environment that operated with continuous improvement initiatives and KPI's to measure performanceStrong communication skills with the ability to make presentations and interact effectively with all levels of the organizationProficiency in Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and OutlookStrong attention to detail, especially when observing dehydration process on dryerAbility to safely lift materials, boxes, tools, equipment, and other necessary itemsAbility to manage time effectively and multitaskAbility to read, comprehend, and follow instructionsExcellent recordkeeping, documentation, and facility housekeeping skillsSafety First! – Always practice safe behaviors, compliance with job-specific and ECOS safety programs/guidelines, "Accident Prevention" and "Lead-By-Example" approach to safety, wear required PPE, etc.Why join the ECOS family:Comprehensive group insurance including medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, and supplemental insurance plans including accident and critical illness401k with company matchPaid vacation and sick payTen paid holidays per year including your birthdayPaid parental bonding leaveSustainability incentives for purchasing eco-friendly carWellness programs and incentivesEqual Opportunity Employer/minority/female/disability/veteran