Area Lead

Description

Company: Filterbuy, Inc.

Position: Production Lead

Location: New Kensington

Duration: Long-term

Pay Rate: $17.50

Filterbuy, a leader in the air quality and manufacturing world, is seeking an Production Lead. The Leader’s

purpose is to oversee the production assembly lines. This lead will assist their team to become more efficient in

learning acceptable and fast techniques of creating a great filter, how to use Filterbuy machines safely, and how

to clean filter making machines safely.

This role will report to the Production Supervisor in New Kensington, PA. Monday through Thursday, 10-hour

shifts.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for smooth operation of their assigned production lines.
• Encourage all production workers to be in position on time and ready for duty.
• Read and comprehend instructions and follow established procedures.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures. Must set a good example to their peers.
• Inspect filters using appropriate methods, such as comparing to standards and examining functionality to ensure the highest quality.
• Instruct employees how to verify specifications are met as assembly is being done.
• Teaches how to resolve assembly problems by making needed adjustments or notifying supervisors to obtain additional resources.
• Show by example to conserve resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Report any issues, malfunctions, or defective parts to the Production Supervisor.
• Assembles components of filters when needed (e.g. assembler in restroom, covering auto line during regular breaks and lunch, etc.).
• On the job instruction to show how to maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Oversee media and frames to ensure it is always well stocked.
• Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Motivate team members to meet production deadlines and goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required skills and qualifications:

• 2 years of manufacturing assembly experience
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Good understanding of quality control principles
• Manual dexterity and great attention to detail
• Excellent time-management skills
• Willing to perform repetitive tasks for extended periods
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Must have the ability to promote positivity.
• Ability to read and write in English
• Ability to follow instructions
• Work independently with little guidance
• Ability to operate computers and relevant warehouse management computer software
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime and weekends.
• Must have excellent attendance by scheduling days off in advance and arriving at work on time.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new processes and procedures.
• Adherence to health and safety regulations (e.g. constant use of protective gear)
• Ability to understand basic math, counting, and measuring skills.

Preferred:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Bi-lingual Haitian Creole preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods working on feet (10-hr shifts) and performing repetitive actions that entail frequent bending, stepping, grasping, reaching, twisting, and pivoting.
• Consistently stretch/ reach with both hands and arms.
• Dexterity and hand-eye coordination, including the ability to grasp, manipulate, and assemble parts and components.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Subject to moderate amounts of noise and vibration from filter making machines.
• May be subjected to a variety of weather conditions; however, the majority of the work will be performed inside.

This job description is not all-encompassing; however, it is intended to be a general description of the

responsibilities of this position.

Company Overview

We are a leading ecommerce company with a mission to deliver high-quality products and exceptional customer

experiences. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a Production Lead to oversee the production assembly

lines to ensure optimal production.

Filterbuy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without

regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other legally protected

category.