ABOUT THE ROLE

The Production Team Lead supervises the daily operations in the absence of a manager. They create the shift schedule, assign duties to staff, and readily help out at any work station during their shift.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists supervisor in coordinating activities of workers engaged in product assembly, applying knowledge of assembly techniques, specifications, and production scheduling. Discusses with supervisor and checks production schedules, specifications, and priorities to plan departmental work assignments. Designates duties of assembly workers and leads department activities. Revises work assignments as required by priorities and work availability. Explains and demonstrates assembly line procedures and techniques to workers. Interprets specifications and work orders for workers. Requisitions, obtains, and distributes supplies and materials. Assists workers in resolving technical problems and advises supervisor of complex production problems. Reads, prepares, collects, and maintains reports, such as individual and department production reports, employee time and attendance records, and component waste reports.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma/GED. Previous experience as a Shift Leader or in a similar role in retail. Experience creating shift schedules. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.  Strong leadership and organizational skills. Confident problem-solver. Team player.