Production Lead (1st shift: 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) - No Sundays! at Sigvaris Inc

Holland Charter Township, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Training, Communication, Inventory Management, Machine Operation, Safety Compliance, Continuous Improvement, Problem Solving, Team Morale, Documentation, Quality Control, Customer Interaction, Record Keeping, Machine Maintenance, ERP Systems, 5S

Industry

Medical Equipment Manufacturing

Description

Description Sigvaris is currently looking for a Production Lead to join our team in Holland, MI. As a leading compression solution provider, we are not just a company that manufactures products. We are a global team on a mission to help people feel their best. Under the general direction of the Production Supervisor, the Production Lead is responsible for providing direction, training and guidance to employees in their shift/department to ensure all tasks involved in the production of various garments are completed within established guidelines. SHIFT: • 1st: 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. If you have to work overtime, it will not be on a Sunday! DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: These duties and responsibilities are not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. • Organizes and communicates shift/department goals to all employees and resolves any issues related to the completion of expected goals. • Operates hand trucks/pallet jacks to convey, move or hoist materials to proper departments or areas. • Maintains inventory of Work in Process/Raw Material items as indicated by the ERP System or as directed by management. • Train all new employees on proper methods of running automatic sewing machines. • Ensure fulfillment of all documentation needed for training new employees, training matrix, suitable maintenance, etc. • Performs all computer functions necessary to track various aspects of goods. • Reports defective materials or questionable conditions to the Operations Supervisor. • Reads work orders/production schedules to determine specifications. • Monitors machine operation to detect problems such as defective stitching, breaks in thread or machine malfunctions. • Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations. • Maintains, cleans, and lubricates machines. • Complies with all OSHA and company safety rules. • Responsible for maintaining inventory levels and managing the cycle counts in the designated area. • Participate and implement Continuous Improvement activities in the facility. • Implement/Sustain the 5S+ Safety program in the designated area. • Fosters positive morale among staff, by promotion of open communication with all departments, to help create and maintain an innovative and cooperative staff relationship and environment. o Interacts with external and internal customers in a manner conducive to continued positive relationships. o Displays patience, courtesy and tact; demonstrates flexibility, enthusiasm and willingness to cooperate while working with others or in place of others as necessary. • Demonstrates effective communication methods. o Director of Operations and/or appropriate management staff are kept informed of developments affecting their functions. o Responds quickly to all oral and written communications. o Maintains and encourages an open line of communication with both internal and external customers. o Checks and responds to voice mail messages in a timely manner. o Accurately and legibly presents written data to affected internal/external customer. • Follows established company policies and procedures to ensure compliance with SIGVARIS policies, industry standards, ISO 13485 standards, and Federal, State and local laws. • Follows all work instructions, creates and maintains accurate records to meet all internal and external requirements to support the SIGVARIS Quality System and Quality Policy. • Accurately performs any other duties and responsibilities as assigned to ensure an efficient workflow. Requirements EDUCATION and WORK EXPERIENCE: • A high school diploma and/or equivalent in education and experience. • A minimum of three (3) years of experience in manufacturing with prior leadership experience. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This job involves moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the environment is low to moderate. Occasionally, exposed to both warm and cold air. • Occasionally required to sit, walk, stand, reach with hands and arms, talk or hear, bend, lift or climb. • Regularly required to lift over 50 pounds. • Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; finger dexterity and hand coordination is required. • The ability to use hands to grasp, manipulate or assemble small and large objects is required. • Specific vision abilities required for this include: close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust or focus. What We Offer You: • Competitive salary with automatic increase every six months for the first year of employment • Medical (Core Plan and High Deductible Plan) • Health Spending Account (applies to High Deductible Plan) • Flexible Spending Account • Dental Plan • FREE Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability • Voluntary benefits include vision, term life insurance, accident, cancer and hospital confinement • 401(k) with Company match (dollar for dollar 100% up to the first 5% of employee contributions to the plan) • Paid Time Off • 10 Paid Holidays Per Year • Employee Assistance Program Successful completion of background check, verifiable employment, and drug test will be required in advance of hire. Sigvaris is an EOE.

Responsibilities

The Production Lead is responsible for providing direction, training, and guidance to employees to ensure production tasks are completed within established guidelines. This includes organizing shift goals, monitoring machine operations, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment.