Description The Production Lead is responsible for knowing proper procedures and provides effective training to Production Associates to ensure productivity, quality and safety standards are met. The Production Lead partners with Production Management to optimize work flow through the plant and aides in cultivating a positive work environment for team members by encouraging team effort and supportive attitudes between workers. · Monitors and expedites the work flow in the production area and makes adjustments when necessary. · Receives and answers questions from Associates pertaining to production processes or equipment operation. · Encourages teamwork and serves as a leadership resource to team members, providing knowledge experience, motivation, support and advice. · Operates machines on production line to substitute for absentee Associates. · Proactively communicates with Production Management on workflow concerns and offers solutions to resolve. · Assists Production Management in setting targets and monitoring productivity and quality standards. · Assists the Production Managers in monitoring productivity and quality standards. · Promotes safety awareness by demonstrating all safety standards, ensuring compliance and escalates concerns to Production Management as needed. · Ensures that general housekeeping standards are met prior to shift changes. · Manages a clean and organized area to maintain HLAC standards and ensure that it serves as a “show place” for our customers and associates. · Actively participates and supports continuous improvement initiatives; e.g. 5S, Standard Work, Hour by Hour and SQDC Boards. · Trains Associates on all essential job functions of their assigned area. · Promotes a positive work environment that is aligned with Nixon’s core values. · Performs activities of Associates he or she is leading in a safe and efficient manner. · Performs the duties of the Production Manager in his/her absence. Performs other duties as assigned.