Manufacturing Lead Machine Operator

Location: Eaton, OH
Shift: 3rd Shift

Manufacturing Lead Machine Operator Overview:

The Lead Machine Operator is responsible for leading daily production activities while operating and maintaining manufacturing machinery. This role combines hands-on machine operation with team leadership, training, and coordination to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. The Lead Machine Operator serves as a point of contact for the shift, supports continuous improvement, and helps ensure company standards and production goals are met.

Manufacturing Lead Machine Operator Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee machine operation activities for assigned production lines or areas.

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot machines according to specifications and instructions.

• Monitor production output to ensure quality, efficiency, and safety standards are consistently met.

• Make machine adjustments and guide operators to maintain optimal performance.

• Identify, address, and report equipment issues, defects, and production concerns.

• Provide guidance, coaching, and hands-on training to machine operators and new hires.

• Serve as a resource for problem-solving and technical support during the shift.

• Maintain accurate production and shift-related records.

• Ensure team compliance with company policies, safety procedures, and quality standards.

• Assist with bi-annual plant inventories.

• Communicate production status, issues, and improvements to supervisors or management.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Manufacturing Lead Machine Operator Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of machine operation, setup, and basic maintenance procedures.

• Prior experience in a lead, senior operator, or team leadership role preferred.

• Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.

• Effective communication and teamwork skills with the ability to lead by example.

• Forklift experience preferred.

• Physical stamina, including the ability to stand for extended periods and lift heavy materials.