Production Lead

2 hours ago

San Antonio, Texas, United States San Antonio Shoes, Inc. Full time

Production Lead

For over 40 years, San Antonio Shoemakers, a San Antonio, Texas based company, has developed a reputation as a premier American manufacturer of high quality comfort footwear. SAS has an opening for a Production Leadin the San Antonio factory. The manager must learn SAS manufacturing methods and processes to create an exceptional product and help their team continuously achieve quality, ensure quality and on-time delivery. This role requires proven supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment, with the ability to motivate teams, manage resources, and drive continuous improvement.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Supervise, coach, and develop production personnel, ensuring effective team performance and alignment with production goals. Manage production schedules and ensure timely completion of orders in line with quality standards.
  • Ensure accurate reporting, documentation, and production planning updates related to production activities and inventory control.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, quality and supply chain to resolve issues and meet production commitments.
  • Support training initiatives and ensure all production staff meet required skill and safety standards.
  • Oversee the utilization of Leadtec to track shop-floor workflow and real-time payroll activities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Demonstrated supervisory and leadership ability within a manufacturing environment is required.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make decisions under pressure
  • Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices.
  • Effective communication skills (verbal, written, and interpersonal).
  • Proficiency in production planning systems and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of production processes.
  • Mature, responsible, and self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
  • Highly organized, detail oriented and able to multi-task.
  • Flexible and able to adapt to change. Must be able to learn fast.
  • Bilingual in conversational Spanish and English is helpful, but not required

Education and Experience Requirements:

  • Some college preferred, but equivalent experience is acceptable.
  • A background in shoemaking or general manufacturing & production facilities a plus.
  • Minimum 1-2 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing is required.
  • Experience managing team in a production setting, with proven success driving efficiency and performance.

Physical Requirements:

  • Physical labor is often necessary, involving standing, sitting, climbing, bending, lifting for 8 hours or more per day with breaks approximately every two hours.
  • Excellent vision required to view and review product quality.
  • Ability to learn quickly to use and make adjustment to manufacturing machinery safely.
  • Continuous use of hands to manipulate product, materials, and cases of materials required.
  • Lifting of up to 20 pounds can occur regularly.

SAS is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. No phone calls or agencies please.

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