Production Lead at North American Specialty Laminations LLC

Osseo, Wisconsin, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Production Coordination, Safety Protocols, Quality Assurance, Team Leadership, Troubleshooting, 5S Program, Training, ERP Systems, Lean Principles, Communication, Root-Cause Analysis, Task Assignment, Inspection Procedures, Continuous Improvement, Mentoring, Record Keeping

Industry

Wholesale Building Materials

Description

Description NASL is seeking a Production Lead who will be responsible for coordinating daily production activities, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency across the manufacturing floor. This role acts as the first point of contact for operators, supports troubleshooting, and ensures adherence to schedules and company standards. Responsibilities include: Assign tasks and monitor progress for production team members. Ensure adherence to daily production schedules and priorities. Act as liaison between operators and supervisors for communication and issue resolution. Enforce safety protocols (PPE, machine guarding, LOTO). Conduct daily safety checks and report hazards immediately. Lead and administer 5S program. Monitor product quality and verify compliance with specifications through routine testing. Address defects promptly and assist with root-cause analysis. Train team members on quality standards and inspection and recording procedures. Ensure machines are set up correctly and perform initial inspections. Assist with minor troubleshooting and escalate major issues to maintenance, engineering, or other departments. Verify proper use of tools and validation stations. Track production output, downtime, and scrap rates. Complete shift reports and communicate key metrics to management. Maintain accurate records in ERP or production tracking systems. Mentor new hires and cross-train team members. Support skill development and promote continuous improvement culture. May perform other duties as assigned. Requirements High school diploma or GED. 3+ years of experience in manufacturing or production. Strong understanding of safety and quality standards. Ability to read blueprints, work instructions, and basic measurements. Previous leadership or team lead experience preferred. Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., Epicor) preferred. Knowledge of Lean, 5S, or continuous improvement principles preferred. Ability to uphold company Core Values of Integrity, Solutions, Service and Quality as part of the NASL Team.

Responsibilities

The Production Lead coordinates daily production activities, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency on the manufacturing floor. They act as the first point of contact for operators, support troubleshooting, and ensure adherence to schedules and company standards.