**Manufacturing Lead** Manufacturing Aurora, IL, US + Added - 10/02/2025 Apply for Job **JOB SUMMARY** : This position serves as a leader for manufacturing operations and a back-up to the Manager of Manufacturing Operations on an as needed basis. When the Manager of Manufacturing Operations is unavailable or out of the office, the Manufacturing Lead is the acting manager and provides direction and support to the production and manufacturing staff. **ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS** + Manage Manufacturing personnel as needed, including participating in hiring and training, recommending disciplinary actions, participating in performance reviews, and managing vacation requests + Manage plant operations as needed, including assignment of staff personnel while collaborating with Production Planning department + Utilize production schedule provided by production planning to organize and prioritize batches to be made + Schedule jobs, kettle, equipment and labor utilizing the whiteboard system + Print batch tickets and provide them to material handler for picking, providing direction for priority + Close Vicinity batches, including evaluating WIP values, processing non-stocking inventory, double check raw material consumption and finish good completion + Field questions from production planning and customer service on status of manufacturing or shipping as requested + Coordinate the activities of manufacturing operations with other Company functions, as necessary + Ensure that operational and administrative practices result in accurate inventory control – bin location management, order of adjustments, cycle counts, receiving customer returns + Develop, implement, and maintain operational procedures to ensure proper FIFO stock rotation of finished goods, including compliance with shipping procedures + Balance quality, productivity, cost, safety and morale to achieve positive results in all areas + Perform similar duties as requested **EDUCATION/ SPECIAL LICENSES OR CERTIFICATION:** + Forklift Certification + Leadership or Management training a plus **EXPERIENCE:** + 3+ years in a manufacturing environment showing progressive development **SKILLS:** + Ability to use and understand ERP and Manufacturing Software, Microsoft GP or Vicinity Manufacturing Software preferred but not required + Ability to use a scanner to conduct inventory transactions, Highjump experience preferred but not required **COMPETENCIES:** + Organization + Leadership + Action Oriented + Team Building + Change Management + Process Driven + Conflict Resolution + Problem Solving **PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING CONDITIONS:** The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. + Will be working in a Manufacturing and or Warehouse environment. + Lifting of 50lbs may be required + Sit or stand for extended periods of time + Visual acuity necessary to utilize a computer monitor throughout the course of a normal workday + Ability to perform repetitive keyboarding activities and operate general office equipment. + Extra hours and some travel may be required INDBH We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.