Production Lead

RMB Products is seeking a Production Lead to assist in leading and coordinating daily activities within the assigned Value Stream. This position is responsible for supporting production schedules, providing guidance and training to team members, assisting with the development of operational and process instructions, and working alongside production employees to ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery. The Production Lead will also provide coverage for the Production Supervisor as needed.

Production Leads may provide operational support across multiple functional areas, including Assembly, Technician, and Machine Operations, depending on department assignments, staffing, workload, production requirements, and business needs. Leads are expected to become cross-trained in applicable processes and may support other areas when appropriately trained and qualified.

While Production Leads may have a primary area of assignment, their responsibilities extend across the department and are not limited to a specific production line, cell, shift, work center, or functional area.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily work assignments to ensure production schedules and departmental objectives are met.

• Provide guidance, instruction, and training to team members to promote safe work practices and quality production.

• Support Value Stream objectives related to on-time delivery, quality, and operational efficiency.

• Follow, maintain, and execute weekly departmental production schedules.

• Assist the Production Supervisor with employee performance reviews and interviews as needed.

• Conduct daily Tier 1 team meetings to communicate production priorities, safety, quality, staffing, and operational updates.

• Identify, document, and communicate production issues or barriers, escalating concerns requiring additional support to the Production Supervisor.

• Monitor and report daily production performance, including backlog, on-time delivery, scrap, production priorities, and progress toward established revenue goals.

• Communicate potential risks, delays, or variances that may impact production schedules, delivery commitments, or revenue objectives.

• Assist with developing and maintaining operational procedures, process instructions, and production documentation.

• Perform hands-on production activities alongside team members and provide coverage for the Production Supervisor as needed.

• Support other production areas and departmental functions based on staffing, workload, training, and business needs.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and customer specifications.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with team members and leadership.

• Ability to provide direction, support employee development, and contribute to a positive team environment.

• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and multitasking skills in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Ability to work independently, demonstrate accountability, and complete assignments with minimal supervision.

• Solid mathematical skills and attention to detail.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel skills.

• Experience with Epicor Manufacturing Software is a plus.

• Flexibility to support changing production priorities, assignments, and departmental needs.

• Ability to work on-site in a manufacturing and warehouse environment.

Education & Experience

• Minimum of one year of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

• Previous experience in welding, rotational lining, fabrication, or other manufacturing environments preferred.

General Expectations

• Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.

• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and respect in all workplace interactions.

• Follow all company safety policies, quality standards, work instructions, and applicable regulations.

• Maintain confidentiality of company, customer, and proprietary information.

• Collaborate with team members and other departments to support operational goals.

• Demonstrate flexibility to work overtime, modified schedules, or additional hours as business needs require.

• Meet established work schedules, productivity expectations, and performance standards.

• Support additional production activities or other departments as needed based on training, staffing, and business requirements.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to work around manufacturing machinery for extended periods, including prolonged standing and repetitive movements.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds independently and assist with team lifts exceeding 50 pounds.

• Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

• Work is performed in a manufacturing environment that may involve exposure to fine powders, airborne particulates, adhesives, and chemicals used in production processes.

• Employees may be exposed to dust, odors, and vapors and must comply with all applicable safety procedures, chemical-handling requirements, and personal protective equipment (PPE) standards.

Benefits:

At RMB Products, we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.

RMB Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to complete the application process may contact Human Resources.

This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Employment is contingent upon the applicant being a “U.S. person” as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15), which includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees, as required by U.S. export control laws.