Caitlin Little

Job Title: Shift Lead

Pay: $20 - $22

Hours: Two shifts available             -- Monday to Friday 1 pm to 11:30 pm (1 position available)             -- Monday to Friday 11 pm to 730 am (1 position available)

Start Date: ASAP

We are seeking Shift Leads for  temp to hire positions  with  our client, a manufacturing facility  located in Shelton, Wa.  The Shift Lead is the coach, Leader and manager of the production crew.The ideal Shift Lead  candidate will have the ability to motivate a team and 3-5 years of leadership experience.  This is a temp to hire  position located in Shelton, Wa.

As a Shift Lead, you will be responsible for:

• Regular monitoring of the shift performance and the communication/coordination of improvement initiatives.
• Administering the personal development program for the team.
• The operations of the green in feed system, dryer system, dry hammer mill system, kiln dried system, pellet mills and all other associated equipment.
• Keeping accurate production and down time records, including the operator logs.
• Monitoring  the quality test results and corrects the root cause of any incident that is outside of their specified ranges.
• Acting as relief in all positions and will cover for absences on the team such as vacation, sickness and other excused absences.
• Other tasks as directed by the Production Manager

The ideal candidate for this role will have: 

• Great communication skills, willingness to flex their leadership style as needed and comfortable holding the team to a standard.
• Abllity to motivate a team.
• Have continuous improvement mindset.
• 3-5 years leadership experience, ideally in a fast-paced 24/7 environment. Direct wood pellet manufacturing experience preferred.
• Prior experience in manufacturing process trouble shooting desired; demonstrated delegation and problem-solving abilities preferred.
• Ability to coach, train and mentor. 
• Good communication and documentation skills. 

Benefits after permanent hire:

• Employee referral bonus program
• 2 weeks paid time off + 2 floating holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (FSA & HSA options)
• Educational assistance
• Life insurance, short term & long-term disability
• 401(k) with employer match & immediate vesting
• Employee heating pellet program
• Company SWAG gear to include an annual pair of work boots & other PPE 

Ready to take the next step? Apply now for these Shift Lead roles in Shelton, WA—or contact us to learn more!