Production Lead

Employer - METYX USA Inc . (2504 Lowell Road Gastonia, NC 28054) As a Production Lead at Metyx USA, you are the heartbeat of the factory floor. You will guide a team of operators to meet daily production targets while maintaining the highest standards for safety and quality. This is a working-lead position, meaning you will provide direct supervision and mentorship while also jumping in to assist with machine setups and troubleshooting when necessary.

General Tasks Team Leadership :

Coordinate daily tasks for a team of up to 15 operators, ensuring everyone is at their station and following the production schedule.

Performance Monitoring :

Track hourly output and downtime. If a machine (like a multiaxial knitter) is underperforming, you identify the bottleneck and fix it.

Quality Control :

Conduct "first-piece" inspections and periodic checks to ensure fabrics meet technical specifications for weight, width, and weave pattern.

Training & Safety :

Ensure all operators are following Metyx-specific SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures). Ensure all PPE is worn, and safety guards are in place.

Reporting:

Maintain accurate production logs and report shift handovers to the Operations Team to ensure a seamless transition.

Forklift and Overhead Crane Operation Core Competencies:

Minimum 3 years of experience in leadership roles; preferably in Manufacturing Knowledge of Operations and critical functions of overlapping departments and the coordination between them. Written and Oral Communication Skills Problem Solving Skills Delegation Ability to Work and Make Decisions Under Pressure Emotional Intelligence Time Management Skills Team Worker Safety and Quality Minded