Production Lead - Pleasanton, CA

Job ID:  496590

Non-Exempt

Oldcastle Infrastructure™, a CRH company, is the leading provider of utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We’re more than just a manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, or plastic products. We’re a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, and more. With our network of more than 80 manufacturing facilities and more than 4,000 employees, we’re leading the industry with innovation and a safety-first mindset.

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Summary
 

We are currently seeking a Production Lead - Supervisor to oversee manufacturing work and drive efficiency. They will help us redefine what success looks like by driving improvements in safety, quality, efficiency, customer service, and employee satisfaction. The ideal candidate will be passionate about collaboration and creating a culture of continuous improvement. A person who can think strategically and turn business objectives into value added activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Lead a team of 10-15 production workers in a section of a precast concrete manufacturing plant

• Identify and eliminate at-risk safety behaviors and potential hazards

• Maintain open lines of communication between team members, work cells, and management

• Oversee employee training program and monitor individual progress

• Assume responsibility for scheduling and directing all dependent processes

• Evaluate manufacturing process to identify opportunities for improved efficiencies and mitigate downtime

Qualifications 

• At least 3 years of Lead/Supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment is required

• Able to operate under pressure, meet strict deadlines, effectively prioritize workload and capacity to multi-task

• Ability to lead by example and build effective teams

• Strong verbal and written communication, interpersonal, organizational and time management skills

• Ability to work in a factory environment and perform manual labor

• Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint

Physical Requirements

• Ability to bend and twist frequently and carry, walk, and reach constantly

• Must have the ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

• Ability to work under varied temperatures consistent with the same climate conditions of the region (heat, cold, humidity, etc.)

• Movements frequently and regularly required using the wrists, hands and fingers

• The typical noise lever for this position is loud due to heavy machinery

• Able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information

• Standing for long periods of time

• Ability to work under tight time constraints and at multi-task functions

Compensation

• The hourly pay rate is $26.47/hr.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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