Production Lead, Clay Req 18305

Interstate Brick is widely recognized as one of the premier commercial brick manufacturers in the U.S. Established in 1891, Interstate Brick joined the Pacific Coast Building Products family in 1990. The company’s products, used in residential and commercial construction, offer several distinguishing features that motivate architects and builders across the country to specify them.

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Plant Superintendent, this position is responsible for performing a variety of duties in the packaging area such as cutting and hand stacking brick, repairing pallets and general clean-up; and is responsible for supporting and demonstrating the Core Values of Integrity, Safety, Respect, Customer Focus, Quality, Innovation and Financial Success. Performs other related duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Continuously observes operation of crew and performs a variety of personnel functions including training.
• Leads production crew
• Monitor the unloading of brick from belt
• Trains employees for required yard work and equipment operation (Mentorship Program).
• Monitor the sorting of brick according to specifications
• Monitor the brick that does not meet quality standard thrown in grog belt
• Unclog grog belt or re-stock plastic as needed
• Re-stock packaging line with pallets and/or wood strips
• Clean on or around grog belt around belts
• Checks equipment for proper function and operation
• Feeds production line and performs manual labor
• Regularly meets with supervisor
• Maintains work area according to company specifications for cleanliness and safety
• Attends safety meetings and abides by all safety rules set forth by company and governmental regulatory agencies; ensures that hazardous conditions are reported and corrected
• Predictable and Regular attendance is required

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
• Requires basic math, reading and writing skills.
• On-the-job training experience is required to be able to perform duties.
• Operating small hand and power tools and other related equipment.
• Production line experience preferred.
• Ability to operate forklift, and any other equipment required to perform duties.
• Perform manual labor.
• Understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Predictable and Regular attendance is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; Reach with hands and arms; Talk and listen; Stand, walk, and sit.
• Required to repetitively lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and must be able to walk, stand, lift, twist, bend, and to reach with hands and arms
• Predictable and Regular attendance is required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Plant environment with loud noise, moving machinery, dusty, dirty.
• Outdoor weather conditions.
• Extreme temperatures.
• Wear mandatory and/or other appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) 

WAGE $24.00 to $26.00

This is a regular, full-time position with competitive compensation and full benefits including medical/dental insurance, disability benefits, life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing retirement plan, and wellness programs. We are an equal opportunity employer and promote a drug free workplace