Posted 6 days ago
Production Lead
AI Summary
The Production Lead oversees second-shift operations at the Blacksburg facility, coordinating production employees, ensuring equipment safety, maintaining quality standards, and covering supervisor duties as needed.
About this role
Production Lead
AZZ Inc. is a leading provider of specialized products and services designed to meet the unique needs of industrial markets worldwide. With a rich history spanning several decades, AZZ has established a strong reputation for innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction.
At AZZ, our culture is defined by trust, respect, accountability, integrity, teamwork and safety ("TRAITS"). We are dedicated to our employees by fully training and equipping them and providing a safe environment to grow personally and professionally. We strive to build, maintain and create a work environment that attracts and retains employees who are high contributors, have outstanding skills, are engaged in our culture, and who embody our Company mission: to create superior value in a culture where people can grow both professionally and personally, and where TRAITS matter.
As AZZ Inc. continues to evolve and innovate, it remains committed to driving shareholder value while maintaining its reputation as a leader in industrial solutions. With a strong foundation built on decades of experience and a forward-thinking approach, AZZ Inc. is poised to continue its upward trajectory, delivering sustainable growth and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
AZZ has an exciting 2nd shift opportunity for a Production Lead at our Blacksburg facility. Reporting to the Production Supervisor you will be responsible for assisting in coordinating the work of all production employees. You’re a team player and you care about the quality of our product.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Oversee the safe use of all equipment.
- Troubleshooting minor equipment maintenance and repair.
- Confer with supervisor and machine operators to report equipment malfunctions to resolve production problems.
- Report on performance and progress of employees.
- Maintain production goals.
- Based on management recommendations, direct personnel on work assignments.
- Visually inspects finished material to ensure the quality standard is met.
- Assist in training new employees.
- Assist in enforcing safety policies.
- Must have customer communication, including e-mails, phone calls, in person, etc.
- Ability to cover the Supervisor’s tasks efficiently and accurately in the event of their absence.
- Must be willing to accomplish any other duties as assigned by management.
- Must be comfortable with supervisory responsibilities, as this role will have direct reports.
Qualifications
- 6 months to 1-year related experience required.
- Knowledge of hot dip galvanizing, steel fabrication or other custom metal coating operations is preferred.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills required.
- Must be capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.
Minimum Education
- High School diploma or equivalent is required.
Additional Information
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and bonus structure.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits package.
- Retirement savings plan with company match.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development in a dynamic industry.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
AZZ Inc. is a Drug Free Workplace
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