Production Shift Leader

Job Summary

MycoWorks is seeking a person to fill the role of Shift Leader. This person will be responsible for the day-to-day experiment execution operations for an assigned shift in MycoWorks’ newly formed Innovation Center.

Critical focus areas for the Shift Leader will be: eliminating the facility’s top losses to root cause; development and maintenance of critical Daily Management Systems; assisting with the implementation of the MycoWay (MycoWorks’ novel manufacturing work system); coaching and development of all plant operators via the rollout of standards; improving the quality systems throughout the facility.

This role works a 2/2/3 schedule on 12-Hour Shifts (6:30AM-7:00PM). This role interacts heavily with multiple organizations, including Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Upstream Process Development. The role reports to the Line Leader.

Responsibilities:

• Maintaining a culture of safety, quality, and productivity
• Ensuring operational plans are executed, goals are achieved, and teams are kept informed
• Coaching and developing non-exempt team members and temporary employees to achieve experiment execution goals
• Following proper procedures to meet daily safety, quality and execution goals
• Following proper escalation procedures and troubleshooting processes
• Creating a positive work environment through real-time observation and specific, constructive and actionable feedback 

Qualifications:

• Two or more  years of experience in a supervisor role preferred
• One to five years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to lead, motivate, and mentor large teams of hourly associates is required
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Strong analytical/critical thinking
• Strong accountability, consistency, and follow-through skills
• Ability to work effectively with a wide array of plant personnel ranging from hourly employees to senior management 
• Knowledge of OSHA and Clean Room practices and policies a plus
• Lean/Six Sigma knowledge and qualifications a plus

Physical Demand

Frequency

Stand or Sit (stationary position)

Frequently to Constantly

Walk (move/traverse)

Frequently to Constantly

Dexterity (use hands/fingers to handle/feel)

Frequently to Constantly

Climb (stairs/ladders) or Balance

Occasionally to Frequently 

Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, Crawl

Occasionally to Frequently 

Talk/Hear (communicate/convey/discern)

Frequently to Constantly

See (observe/identify/inspect/perceive/assess)

Frequently to Constantly

Lift, Carry, Push, Pull (move/transport/install/remove)

Up to 25 lbs, Occasionally to Frequently / Up to 50 lbs, Seldom to Occasionally

Exposure to Work Environments

Working near loud machinery, Occasionally to Frequently 

MycoWorks may contact you via text message regarding your application for this or similar opportunities. You can always text STOP to opt out.

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The targeted annual base pay for this role is $78,000-$92,000. The actual pay is dependent on other factors such as training, skills, work experience and business needs. The target pay range is subject to change and may be modified. This role is also eligible for benefits and equity.