Manufacturing Lead (Metal Manufacturing)
We are looking for our new Lead in our metal manufacturing department!
This not your ordinary manufacturing role! We manufacture our own metal siding, trim, and roofing. The ideal candidate will have knowledge/experience will roll formers, slitters, trim breaks, etc., though not required!
Summertown Metals of Hopkinsville, formerly Legacy Metals, is a rapidly growing, family owned business located in Hopkinsville, KY and is a leading provider of pole barns, barndominiums, and houses. We operate a full-service lumber yard and manufacture metal siding and trim. We've experienced rapid growth by maintaining an amazing team and great customer service where we have consistently been voted "Best in Class" by our customers.
In addition to career growth opportunities and an engaging work environment, Summertown Metals of Hopkinsville offers these generous benefits:
- Employer Sponsored Health Insurance
- Vision and Dental Insurance
- Up to 3% Match on Simple IRA
- Clothing Allowance
- PTO
- Paid Holidays
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Supervise and coordinate the activities of production workers, including assigning tasks or stations to meet and maintain productivity.
- Plan and organize production schedules to ensure timely delivery of products while optimizing resources and minimizing waste in conjunction with the Planner and Inventory Control Associate.
- Monitor production processes to ensure compliance with quality standards and adjust as necessary to meet quality targets and address bottlenecks.
- Monitors and addresses employee performance through feedback, corrective actions, and training.
- Implement and enforce safety protocols to create a safe working environment for all employees.
- Collaborate with other departments to coordinate production activities and resolve any issues that may arise.
- Analyze production data and metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement strategies to increase efficiency and productivity.
- Train and develop employees to enhance their skills and capabilities and provide ongoing feedback and performance evaluations.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and company policies, and procedures.
- Other duties as assigned.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Three years manufacturing experience preferred.
- Proven experience in an operations role with a strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
- Proficiency in computers and simple mathematics.
- Minimum one year forklift experience preferred.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Summertown Metals of Hopkinsville offers competitive wages contingent upon experience and skills. Starting rate for this role is $18.00/hr.
The anticipated schedule is Monday - Friday from 7 am to 5 pm with other hours as required by the demands of the position.
To learn more about our company, visit: https://legacymetalsllc.com/
To apply online, visit: https://legacymetalsllc.easyapply.co/