Lead, Packaged Solutions
Job Location:
Job Location:
Lenexa, KS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Monthly Salary:
Posted on:
12 hours ago
Posted on:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Position Overview
The Manufacturing Lead Packaged Solutions supports the day-to-day operations of NovaTech Automations RTU Manufacturing floor by coordinating team schedules and work assignments assisting with shipping and receiving activities and maintaining a safe organized and efficient production environment. Working closely with the Manufacturing Supervisor this role serves as the operational backbone of the team keeping parts flowing kanban systems current and technicians aligned on priorities. The Manufacturing Lead is a hands-on contributor who models NovaTechs commitment to quality safety and continuous improvement.Key Responsibilities
Floor Oversight & Daily Operations
Monitor and coordinate day-to-day activities on the RTU manufacturing floor to ensure production schedules are met and workflow remains on track.
Assign daily tasks and work orders to team members based on production priorities skill sets and available capacity.
Serve as the primary point of contact for the production team during daily operations escalating issues to the Manufacturing Supervisor as needed.
Maintain a visible active presence on the floor to quickly identify and resolve workflow interruptions equipment issues or resource gaps.
Track production progress throughout the shift and communicate status updates delays or concerns to the Supervisor in a timely manner.
Shipping & Receiving
Assist with the receipt inspection and processing of inbound materials components and finished goods in accordance with NovaTech receiving procedures.
Verify incoming shipments against purchase orders and packing lists; document discrepancies and coordinate with the Supervisor or Purchasing team for resolution.
Support the preparation packaging and staging of outbound shipments ensuring accuracy proper labeling and compliance with shipping documentation requirements.
Coordinate with carriers and internal logistics contacts to schedule pickups and deliveries as needed.
Maintain shipping and receiving records accurately within the ERP system.
Parts Management & Kanban
Monitor kanban levels on the production floor and trigger replenishment requests to ensure uninterrupted parts availability for active build orders.
Coordinate with the stockroom purchasing and materials teams to resolve parts shortages substitutions or discrepancies that impact production schedules.
Conduct periodic cycle counts and bin audits to verify inventory accuracy and maintain organized correctly labeled storage locations.
Identify slow-moving excess or obsolete parts and communicate findings to the Supervisor for disposition decisions.
Support the implementation and sustainment of lean material flow practices including point-of-use storage and pull-system replenishment.
Scheduling & Team Coordination
Support the Manufacturing Supervisor in building and communicating daily and weekly team schedules accounting for order priorities technician availability and production capacity.
Coordinate across team members to balance workloads reassign tasks in response to changing priorities and ensure coverage during absences.
Participate in production planning meetings and communicate schedule changes resource needs or constraints to the appropriate stakeholders.
Track open work orders and flag at-risk deliveries early to allow proactive resolution.
Shop Safety & Organization
Promote and enforce a culture of safety on the production floor by reinforcing safe work practices proper PPE usage and compliance with OSHA and NovaTech safety standards.
Conduct regular floor walks to identify and correct safety hazards housekeeping issues or ESD non-compliance; escalate unresolved issues to the Supervisor.
Lead and sustain 5S practices across work cells ensuring tools materials and equipment are properly stored labeled and maintained.
Assist with safety training toolbox talks and onboarding of new team members on shop safety procedures and emergency protocols.
Maintain accurate safety-related documentation including inspection logs incident reports and corrective action records.
People & Culture
Support NovaTechs Employee Experience strategy by assisting with onboarding activities providing peer mentorship and contributing to a positive team environment throughout the employee lifecycle.
Coordinate daily work activities and serve as technical resource for team members ensuring work meets quality and timeline requirements.
Train new team members on processes procedures and best practices while serving as peer mentor.
Communicate team needs issues and recommendations to supervisor or management.Background & Abilities
Education & Experience
High school diploma or GED - Required
Associate degree or technical certification in Manufacturing Electronics Supply Chain or a related field - Preferred
3 years of experience in a manufacturing assembly or production environment - Required
Prior experience in a lead team coordinator or senior technician capacity - Preferred
Experience with shipping and receiving operations including ERP-based receiving transactions and carrier coordination - Preferred
Familiarity with kanban lean manufacturing or 5S principles - Preferred
Skills
Ability to read and interpret work orders BOMs packing lists and purchase orders - Required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook Excel Word) and basic ERP/MES system usage - Required
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment - Required
Effective verbal and written communication skills for coordinating across team members supervisors and internal stakeholders - Required
Ability to operate material handling equipment (pallet jack hand truck) and lift up to 50 lbs - Required
Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and ESD-safe handling practices - Preferred
Forklift certification or willingness to obtain - Preferred
Core Competencies
Strong sense of ownership and accountability for team output schedule adherence and floor conditions.
Proactive problem-solving approach identifies issues early and drives them to resolution without waiting to be asked.
Clear direct communicator who keeps the team informed and escalates appropriately.
Collaborative and team-oriented with the ability to coordinate across functions and build positive working relationships.
Commitment to safety quality and continuous improvement in all aspects of the role.
Adaptable and calm under pressure maintaining focus and professionalism when priorities shift.
The Manufacturing Lead Packaged Solutions supports the day-to-day operations of NovaTech Automations RTU Manufacturing floor by coordinating team schedules and work assignments assisting with shipping and receiving activities and maintaining a safe organized and efficient production environment. Working closely with the Manufacturing Supervisor this role serves as the operational backbone of the team keeping parts flowing kanban systems current and technicians aligned on priorities. The Manufacturing Lead is a hands-on contributor who models NovaTechs commitment to quality safety and continuous improvement.Key Responsibilities
Floor Oversight & Daily Operations
Monitor and coordinate day-to-day activities on the RTU manufacturing floor to ensure production schedules are met and workflow remains on track.
Assign daily tasks and work orders to team members based on production priorities skill sets and available capacity.
Serve as the primary point of contact for the production team during daily operations escalating issues to the Manufacturing Supervisor as needed.
Maintain a visible active presence on the floor to quickly identify and resolve workflow interruptions equipment issues or resource gaps.
Track production progress throughout the shift and communicate status updates delays or concerns to the Supervisor in a timely manner.
Shipping & Receiving
Assist with the receipt inspection and processing of inbound materials components and finished goods in accordance with NovaTech receiving procedures.
Verify incoming shipments against purchase orders and packing lists; document discrepancies and coordinate with the Supervisor or Purchasing team for resolution.
Support the preparation packaging and staging of outbound shipments ensuring accuracy proper labeling and compliance with shipping documentation requirements.
Coordinate with carriers and internal logistics contacts to schedule pickups and deliveries as needed.
Maintain shipping and receiving records accurately within the ERP system.
Parts Management & Kanban
Monitor kanban levels on the production floor and trigger replenishment requests to ensure uninterrupted parts availability for active build orders.
Coordinate with the stockroom purchasing and materials teams to resolve parts shortages substitutions or discrepancies that impact production schedules.
Conduct periodic cycle counts and bin audits to verify inventory accuracy and maintain organized correctly labeled storage locations.
Identify slow-moving excess or obsolete parts and communicate findings to the Supervisor for disposition decisions.
Support the implementation and sustainment of lean material flow practices including point-of-use storage and pull-system replenishment.
Scheduling & Team Coordination
Support the Manufacturing Supervisor in building and communicating daily and weekly team schedules accounting for order priorities technician availability and production capacity.
Coordinate across team members to balance workloads reassign tasks in response to changing priorities and ensure coverage during absences.
Participate in production planning meetings and communicate schedule changes resource needs or constraints to the appropriate stakeholders.
Track open work orders and flag at-risk deliveries early to allow proactive resolution.
Shop Safety & Organization
Promote and enforce a culture of safety on the production floor by reinforcing safe work practices proper PPE usage and compliance with OSHA and NovaTech safety standards.
Conduct regular floor walks to identify and correct safety hazards housekeeping issues or ESD non-compliance; escalate unresolved issues to the Supervisor.
Lead and sustain 5S practices across work cells ensuring tools materials and equipment are properly stored labeled and maintained.
Assist with safety training toolbox talks and onboarding of new team members on shop safety procedures and emergency protocols.
Maintain accurate safety-related documentation including inspection logs incident reports and corrective action records.
People & Culture
Support NovaTechs Employee Experience strategy by assisting with onboarding activities providing peer mentorship and contributing to a positive team environment throughout the employee lifecycle.
Coordinate daily work activities and serve as technical resource for team members ensuring work meets quality and timeline requirements.
Train new team members on processes procedures and best practices while serving as peer mentor.
Communicate team needs issues and recommendations to supervisor or management.Background & Abilities
Education & Experience
High school diploma or GED - Required
Associate degree or technical certification in Manufacturing Electronics Supply Chain or a related field - Preferred
3 years of experience in a manufacturing assembly or production environment - Required
Prior experience in a lead team coordinator or senior technician capacity - Preferred
Experience with shipping and receiving operations including ERP-based receiving transactions and carrier coordination - Preferred
Familiarity with kanban lean manufacturing or 5S principles - Preferred
Skills
Ability to read and interpret work orders BOMs packing lists and purchase orders - Required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook Excel Word) and basic ERP/MES system usage - Required
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment - Required
Effective verbal and written communication skills for coordinating across team members supervisors and internal stakeholders - Required
Ability to operate material handling equipment (pallet jack hand truck) and lift up to 50 lbs - Required
Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and ESD-safe handling practices - Preferred
Forklift certification or willingness to obtain - Preferred
Core Competencies
Strong sense of ownership and accountability for team output schedule adherence and floor conditions.
Proactive problem-solving approach identifies issues early and drives them to resolution without waiting to be asked.
Clear direct communicator who keeps the team informed and escalates appropriately.
Collaborative and team-oriented with the ability to coordinate across functions and build positive working relationships.
Commitment to safety quality and continuous improvement in all aspects of the role.
Adaptable and calm under pressure maintaining focus and professionalism when priorities shift.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
NovaTech Automation is a U.S.-based supplier of automation and engineering solutions for power utilities.
