Design Group Americas is the world’s largest gift packaging company, producing paper, décor, creative play and dated good products for millions of customers throughout the United States and beyond. We transform paper and a whole lot more into products that help the world celebrate life’s special occasions. We are proud to serve the best retailers around the globe with a complete end-to-end service from design to distribution.

 What can we offer you?

• Opportunities to learn, grow, and impact the Company,
• a fun work environment allowing your creativity to flourish and thrive,
• a comprehensive employee benefits package,
• casual dress policy,
• and so much more!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assign employees to workstations, adjusting at the start of and during each shift in accordance with production schedule, customer priorities, company policies and current production requirements.
• Interpret Company policies and production procedures to shift personnel and assure they are followed.
• Solve problems as they arise on shift and make decisions based on Company policy.
• Direct and oversee proper production and quality records.
• Review production reports to take corrective action or advise management of necessary steps to maintain proper quality and quantity.
• Conduct department interviews, present department orientation and oversee training of all new shift employees.
• Recommend and implement disciplinary action on shift employees according to Company policies after reviewing all the circumstances.
• Implement Company safety policies and procedures and promote 5S and good housekeeping practices for department facilities.
• Promote continuous performance and quality improvement efforts, monitoring and reporting processes.
• Promote Company philosophy and be available and approachable to all department employees.
• Participate in and facilitate monthly safety and communication meetings with department personnel.
• Continuously seeks and implements process improvements which result in a more productive and/or safer work environment.
• Coordinate and cooperate with other departments to help meet Company goals and objectives.
• A 90% presence on the shop floor is required.
• Direct and advise Lead Mechanic of daily production priorities.
• Promote and enforce plant wide housekeeping and 5S rules.
• Manages timekeeping for shift.
• Keep the Manager informed, on a timely basis, of department activities and any problem situations.
• Perform any other task necessary for the smooth operation of the department as a whole.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Three to five years manufacturing or production experience with at least 2 of those years in a supervisory/lead role to include distribution of work, scheduling, training, answering of questions related to work, assistance in problem solving, performance management and discipline.
• Ability to read, write and do basic Some post-secondary training or education desired.
• Intermediate level proficiency with MS Excel, MSWord, data retrieval and entry and ERP experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills highly desired.
• Continuous improvement certification or training a major plus.
• Ability to effectively present information in both large and small group settings.

ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, NATIONAL ORIGIN, DISABILITY OR VETERAN STATUS.

Required Skills Required Experience

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS STATEMENT(S)

• Lead and implement the safety program in accordance with company requirements.

• Maintain a clean, safe and well-organized work area and plant floor.

• Lead and implement maintenance program for all machines and equipment.

• Maintain and/or improve quality programs to assure conforming products.

• Review product specifications and requirements and maintain a working technical knowledge of all products.

• Plan and assign production activities to reduce costs and consistently exceed production goals without sacrificing safety performance.

• Effectively conduct and lead plant meetings to accomplish objectives.

• Coordinate and oversee training for production associates.

• Direct, assist, and evaluate associates.

• Work closely with the Purchasing and Logistics Agent and other internal and external customers to ensure department and company objectives are met.

• Other responsibilities as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

COMPETENCY STATEMENT(S)

• Safety: Must have an outstanding safety record and follows all safety policies and procedures. Ensure that a clean and safe work area is maintained and report all injuries/accidents and near misses immediately to manager. Challenge and report staff who are creating unsafe acts and conditions and ensure all associates use equipment safely.
• Accuracy and Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Monitor own work and work of others to ensure quality. Applies feedback to improve performance.
• Decision Making and Problem Solving - Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures. Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner. Gather and analyze information skillfully. Develop alternative solutions. Work well in a group problem solving situations. Use reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Accountability and Dependability- Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions and those under his/her supervision. Willing to work overtime whenever necessary to meet goals. Keep commitments. Follow instructions and respond to management directions. Complete tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Communication - Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Organized – Organize workflow by assigning responsibilities to meet productivity standards without diminishing quality of work. 
• Initiative and motivation: Adjust to changes in work conditions, or unusual situations quickly. Sets and achieve challenging goals. Measure self against standard of excellence. Take calculated risks to accomplish goals. Undertakes self-development activities. Seek increased responsibilities. Takes independent action.