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1st Shift - Wax Assistant Lead PURPOSE:In addition to performing normal duties in their respective job classifications, the Assistant Manufacturing Lead supports the daily operations of the manufacturing department by providing guidance, coordination, and training to team members. This role assists the Manufacturing Department Lead in achieving production goals and serves as the acting lead during the lead’s absence, ensuring continuity of workflow, safety, and quality standards.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Assist the Manufacturing Department Lead in coordinating daily production schedules and prioritizing work assignments.Support team members with job-related questions, technical challenges, and quality expectations.Train and mentor employees on proper work methods, safety practices, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).Perform quality checks and ensure product meets specifications and documentation requirements.Monitor production processes and identify potential delays or resource needs, escalating issues as appropriate.Promote and maintain a safe working environment, ensuring team adherence to safety policies and procedures.Act as the primary point of contact and assume leadership responsibilities in the absence of the Operations Supervisor and Department Lead, including workflow coordination, issue resolution, and communication with other supervisors and/or managers.Assist in recordkeeping and data entry related to production performance and quality metrics.Support continuous improvement initiatives and collaborate with leadership to enhance productivity and efficiency.SPECIAL SKILLS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 35 pounds for extended fortable working in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures, noise levels, and safety requirements.REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:Reports directly to the Department SupervisorEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or technical training preferred.2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environmentStrong understanding of manufacturing processes, safety standards, and quality systems.Effective communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to lead by example and foster teamwork and fortable interpreting technical drawings, specifications, and work instructions. /generated inline style / All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. /generated inline style / This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce. /generated inline style / /generated inline style /