Alliance, OH 44601, USA Req #1875
Friday, August 23, 2024
Myers Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MYE) is a leading manufacturer of a wide range of polymer products for industrial, agricultural, automotive, commercial and consumer markets. We are also the largest distributor of tools, equipment and supplies for the tire, wheel, and under-vehicle service industry in the United States. Myers Industries was started in 1933, by Meyer and Louis Myers, as a tire supply storefront in Akron, Ohio. In 1946, the Company began manufacturing plastic and rubber products related to the tire industry for distribution. In 1963, Myers Industries, Inc. was established and grew into a diversified plastics manufacturer and tire repair supply distributor. Since then, Myers Industries has expanded to become a leading polymer manufacturer of material handling containers and distributor of tire repair and retread products for both domestic and international markets.
Job OverviewThe Production Lead is responsible for overseeing all aspects of production related to their designated work area for the shift including goals/targets, quality, training, and data recording.
Duties and ResponsibilitiesCreates and sustain a safe work environmentAdheres to and ensure employees are following all safety requirementsCompletes accident reports immediately after accident happens and notify the safety coordinator, production manager/supervisor, plant manager and HRResponsible for quality of work performed, inspect 1st off parts to ensure qualityVerify changes in designated area when neededAdhere to attendance policyResponds to production related issues, orders, and production demandsMeets or exceeds production targetsConduct weekly shift meetings, when necessary, with employees to review safety and general noticesRead and complete shift pass down reports, when neededEnsure all training requirements are met for employeesAssist in performance evaluations when needed in a timely mannerProvide continual feedback on both positive and negative performanceResponsible to building a strong team through motivation, coaching and mentoringAssist with projects as assigned by manager/supervisorQualificationsMinimum of 2 years production experience, preferably most recent in a lead roleHigh school diplomaKnowledgeable with and/or able to learn key areas of responsibilityAbility to train employees to perform job requirementsMust be able to handle different situations that will arise including emergency situationsMust be tactful in dealing with different personality typesForklift certified by Elkhart Plastics/Myers certified trainerCPR certified if requiredPossess adequate computer skillsGood communication and organization skillsAbility to read and write proficientlyWorking ConditionsAble to work in hot humid environment for extended periods of time. This job is in a typical manufacturing environment, to include:
Ovens, torches, and rotating toolsForklifts and other moving machineryLoud work environmentPhysical RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:
The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 49 pounds.The employee will be walking and standing the majority of the time as this position requires a continuous presence on the manufacturing floor.
Myers Industries, Inc. is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.
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