Production Team Lead Location: New Albany, IN Shift (S) Available: 12 Hour Days/12 Hour Nights        The Production Team Lead is responsible for leading production team members to ensure manufacturing operations are carried out efficiently while maintaining strict adherence to quality and safety standards. This role oversees daily production activities including machine operation, processing, packaging, and employee training. The Production Team Lead works closely with production employees to coordinate resources, maintain production targets, and ensure all safety procedures and manufacturing standards are followed. Responsibilities Encourage team members to follow safe work practices and continuously improve workplace safety. Support plant safety initiatives and work with the Safety Coordinator to achieve departmental and plant safety goals. Ensure people and resources are utilized efficiently to meet production schedules while maintaining quality and safety standards. Ensure team members follow defined manufacturing procedures and comply with quality requirements. Maintain adherence to 5S standards throughout the production area. Ensure equipment is properly maintained, within calibration, and functioning correctly. Follow and enforce escalation procedures for quality concerns. Communicate daily production targets, expectations, and responsibilities to team members. Monitor changeovers and line setup efficiency. Prepare production lines and equipment for the following shift when necessary.   Requirements Previous leadership experience in a manufacturing or production environment preferred. Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, safety procedures, and quality standards. Ability to lead, motivate, and develop production team members. Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain production schedules. Effective communication and organizational skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.   #RTU1