Production Lead

1 month ago

Appleton, United States Plexus Full time
Our people create our best Plexus.

We're hiring. Plexus is hiring production roles to support a variety of shifts across our manufacturing sites. From surgical devices and health monitors to warehouse robotics and space products, we partner with our customers to help create the products that build a better world.

Whether you're looking to start your manufacturing career or are an experienced manufacturer, find your path at Plexus and leave your mark on the world. All team members will experience on-the-job training as necessary to be successful in their role.

We believe that our people create our best Plexus. At Plexus, we value the ideas generated by our collective uniqueness and recognize that the diverse backgrounds, life experiences and perspectives of our team members enable us to create the innovative products that build a better world. Because of this, we encourage people of all backgrounds to apply to our positions, and will look at candidates holistically, balancing work, education and additional experiences.

*Full Time employees are eligible for benefits starting day one

Purpose Statement: Responsible for supervising and managing activities directly related to the daily business and department needs. This position requires limited supervision and is also required to exercise moderate discretion and independent judgment by developing, analyzing and delivering simple to complex information. Provides immediate supervision to a unit or group of two or more employees, ensuring employee safety, assigning tasks, checking work at frequent intervals, and maintaining schedules.

Key Job Accountabilities:
  • Assign work assignments based on daily department needs, ensure quality products are produced and achieve department metrics.
  • Conduct human resource activities which may include approving time off, conducting performance appraisals, coaching and disciplinary action and maintaining company policies and procedures.
  • Provides mentoring, leadership and direction for those you oversee.
  • Effectively communicate daily schedules, goals, quality issues/concerns between shifts to ensure customer expectations are met. Follow proper escalation process when necessary.
  • Ensure individuals are trained to the appropriate assembly build instructions and ensures personnel are compliant with all applicable SFT training requirements. Intelligently flex those you oversee to meet customer schedules based on training and skill sets.
Additional Accountabilities:
  • Review documentation for accuracy and submits requests for appropriate updates.
  • Supports resolution of department issues and escalates as required for immediate action.
  • Supports Lean/Sigma and continuous improvement activities while providing input for improvements.
  • Coordinate cross-training of employees.
  • Ensures 5s practices are followed and maintained within department.
  • Assists other departments as needed to effectively and efficiently meet the needs of Plexus and customers.
  • Additional duties as assigned.
Education/Experience Qualifications:
  • A minimum of a High School diploma is required; an Associate's degree is preferred.
  • Two (2) years of related experience is required; Two (2) or more years of related experience is preferred.
An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the key job accountabilities may be considered.

Other Qualifications:
  • Basic industry knowledge
  • Basic decision making and problem solving skills
  • Basic supervision and team building skills
  • Good communication skills
  • Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite
  • Basic data analysis and presentation skills
  • General office equipment and materials
Work Environment:
  • The work setting should consist of a manufacturing environment with suitable lighting, comfortable temperatures, and a moderate noise level.


This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.

We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special requirements. If you need an application accommodation, please contact us by email at GHQ.TA@plexus.com. Please include your contact information and clearly describe how we can help you.

The email address above is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and upon completion of a confidentiality agreement.

Our Values and How We Lead behaviors guide our processes. Plexus does not make employment decisions based on race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and encourage all to apply today

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