Lead Person

Responsible for keeping things running smoothly by communicating between manager and team members and monitors quality by performing the following duties:

Communicates instructions from manager to team members.  Reads production schedule, customer orders, shipping order, or requisition to determine daily tasks for the department. Knows basics of all company products and where to find each.  Assigns jobs to individuals and assists wherever needed to get work done.  Keeps people on task.  Monitors work quality by checking progress and spot checking items for distribution to ensure conformance to company standards. Inventories materials on work floor, and supplies team members with materials as needed.  Records amounts of materials or items received or distributed. Completes requisition forms to order supplies from other departments.  Follows safety standards.  Notifies supervisor of problems with equipment, materials, or team members.  Organizes and cleans work area.  Responsible for directing the work on the line but does not require the consistent exercise of independent judgment.

3rd Shift Hours: Monday-Thursday, 7:00pm-5:30am; possible OT on Fridays.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
•    Manufacturing experience is preferred
•    Job-related experience is preferred

SKILLS AND TALENTS:
•    Able to work with minimal supervision
•    Excellent written and oral communication
•    Decision making and problem solving 
•    Presentation/Training
•    Proficient computer skills
•    MS Office
•    Accuracy and attention to detail
•    Time management
•    Flexibility to travel

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
•    Lift up to 100 lbs. at waist level on an occasional basis and up to 40 lbs. at shoulder level when handling products.
•    Push or pull with up to 100 lbs. of force on an occasional basis when moving products.
•    Generate up to 100 lbs. of grip strength on an occasional basis with each hand while handling products.
•    Generate up to 20 lbs. of pinch strength on an occasional basis with each hand while handling products.
•    Display average coordination with each hand on a continuous basis while performing job tasks.
•    Perform elevated work on an occasional basis when handling products.
•    Stoop, kneel or squat on an occasional basis when handling products.
•    Reach forward and to the side on a frequent basis when handling products.
•    Stand and walk on a continuous basis during the course of each shift.
•    This job requires the use of close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth vision.
•    Able to perform repetitive tasks up to 10 hours per day.
 

PELLA CORPORATION REQUIREMENTS:
•    Pass drug screen
•    Pass pre-work ability screen
•    High school diploma or equivalency
•    Pass pre-employment tests
•    Work in a team environment with the ability to communicate in a concise, polite and respectful manner

ENVIRONMENT:
•    Noise level requires hearing protection in designated areas
•    Season high temperatures and humidity

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
•    Comply with safety, quality, and production requirements and procedures
•    Regular/dependable attendance required
•    Flexibility of work hours including overtime
•    Able to work with and around moving equipment
•    Responsible for work and safety of all personnel assigned to the department
•    Redistribute manpower throughout the shift as needs dictate
•    Serve as back-up for the Department Manager and keep manager informed of people and line issues