Production Lead I - Onsite at Traffic and Parking Control Co

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Aug, 26

Salary

23.0

Posted On

22 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mechanical Assembly, Electrical Assembly, Mentoring, Supervision, Detail-oriented, Multi-tasking, Basic Math, Microsoft Office, Lean Manufacturing, 5S Principles, Quality Auditing, Troubleshooting, Preventive Maintenance, Team Leadership, Inventory Management, Safety Enforcement

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

If you are looking to be part of a company focused on making our roads and communities safer, apply to join our team of talented individuals today! What TAPCO has to offer you * 10 Paid Holidays * Paid Vacation and Personal Time (starting day one) * Four Weeks of Paid Parental Leave with no waiting period * 401K Plan with Employer Match (fully vested on day one) * Company-Funded Short-Term Disability * Health, Vision, and Dental insurance * Quarterly Company Events and Lunches * Have a say in TAPCO Happenings by joining the Fun or Safety Committee What you will accomplish as a Production Lead I at TAPCO The Production Lead's responsibility is to ensure staff complete the products per standardized work instructions and with high quality. This position will monitor staff’s performance and address issues concerning the production and quality of a product. This is a working position in the work cell which operates within an environment where standardized work, Lean Manufacturing, and 5S principles are practiced. This position reports to the Production Lead II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Daily team engagement through morning meetings and communication boards * Assign daily work to the work cell and give instructions to the team * Check and perform routine quality audits and first article inspection to approve new team members and production methods/processes/procedures * Monitor productivity, safety, quality, and delivery goals of the work cell * Handles minor team conflict and escalates when appropriate * Refers to the engineer drawings to ensure the correct parts are pulled and used * Coordinates activities to produce orders according to standardized work instructions * Maintain supplies, inventory, and documentation at stations * Follows all safety regulations and enforces safety policies * Sets daily productivity goals and works with the team to achieve them * Leads and participates in daily cell changeovers * Performs preventive maintenance * Solves routine problems by utilizing troubleshooting methods * Insures that standardized work and Lean manufacturing practices are being followed * Recommends and assists in improvement projects * Performs other essential duties as assigned by management Required Experience and Knowledge/ Skills/Ability * 2-3 years prior experience building basic mechanical and/or electrical assemblies or assembly preparation * Up to 1-year experience mentoring or supervising others * Detail-oriented and multi-tasking skills * Ability to organize assemblies in an efficient manner * Ability to follow verbal and written instructions * Exhibit cooperation and teamwork skills * Basic math skills – addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers & measurements * Convert inches to millimeters * Basic computer skills; ability to use Microsoft Office * Self-motivated and eager to take on responsibility * Able to lift 40 lbs. At TAPCO, we aim to enhance transportation and personal safety in our communities through innovative solutions and products. We are driven to save lives! Are you looking for a career where you can earn a great wage based on experience and performance, your contributions are recognized, and you will have growth potential? Then choose TAPCO! As an EEO Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran or disability status or other acceptable taglines in all printed employment advertisements. If any assistance is needed with the application process, please contact TAPCO HR at 800-236-4462

Responsibilities

The Production Lead I ensures staff complete products according to standardized work instructions and high-quality standards. They monitor team performance, manage daily work assignments, and enforce safety and Lean manufacturing practices within the work cell.