Woodworking Job in Hartland, VT: Production Lead

We seek a highly organized and detail-oriented Woodworking Production Lead to coordinate the daily operations of our manufacturing facility in Hartland, VT. This position will assist the Production Manager in overseeing production schedules, coordinating workflow, ensuring quality control, and maintaining efficiency in the production process. The Woodworking Production Lead will also participate in and contribute to all aspects of the production process. This person will spend the majority of each day on the production floor, directly involved in production. This woodworking job requires strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities for this Woodworking Job:

  • Coordinate production schedules and assign daily tasks to production staff in all areas of the production process, in close collaboration with the Woodworking Production Manager.
  • Serve as the central point of contact for production staff and the Woodworking Production Manager. 
  • Provide additional productive capacity wherever and whenever necessary, proactively taking on new tasks as needed.
  • Fill in for other production employees who may be out sick or on vacation.
  • Support the Woodworking Production Manager in supervising production staff, including contributing to annual performance reviews.
  • Train and mentor production staff.
  • Troubleshoot production processes to understand problems, develop solutions, and implement changes.
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company standards.
  • Assist in identifying and addressing opportunities to optimize productivity and implement lean manufacturing initiatives.
  • Maintain, collect, and record accurate records of woodworking production activities, including output, downtime, and efficiency reports.
  • Contribute to inventory management by tracking raw materials, supplies, and finished products.
  • Perform other administrative and operational duties as assigned by the Woodworking Production Manager.


Qualifications for this Woodworking Job:

  • High school diploma or equivalent; associate’s or bachelor’s degree in business, manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
  • 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and experience with ERP systems is a plus.
  • Knowledge of woodworking production processes, safety regulations, and quality control standards.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.


Work Environment: This position is in a manufacturing facility with exposure to machinery, loud noise, and varying temperatures.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods of time.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $X - $X per hour

Benefits:
Employee discount
Health insurance

Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person in Hartland, VT