Shift Lead

Power Solutions International (PSI) is a leader in large gen-set packaging and enclosures. We provide turnkey, custom power packages that integrate alternators, cooling systems, controls, switchgear, cabling, and protection, delivered as containerized, skid, or walk-in solutions. Our team manages the full lifecycle from application engineering and 3D design to structural fabrication, wiring and piping, sound and thermal management, code compliance, factory acceptance testing, and site support. With scalable production capacity and disciplined program management, PSI delivers repeatable quality and reliable performance on complex builds for mission-critical and industrial applications worldwide.

Pay: $90,000/year

Summary:

Reporting to the Production Manager, the Production Shift Lead develops and manages the direction and daily activities of the plant with the focus on people, organization, and process. This includes the supporting the manufacturing / processing cycle and ensuring timely logistical processing of product. Responsible for embracing and driving lean enterprise systems throughout the plant.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Hire, train, coach, and manage the Production team aimed at directing the complete production process as well as effectively onboarding and developing people by establishing performance standards, evaluating individual and team performance, ensuring company policies are adhered to while meeting leadership’s goals using PSI’s IMPACT values (Innovation, Motivation, Passion, Accountability, Communication, Trust).
• Oversee production planning meetings that include representatives from sales, production, shipping, engineering, quality, and materials departments escalating all potential scheduling issues to company stakeholders.
• Drives team performance using quantifiable methods including assisting in the formulation of project estimates, measuring KPIs during production, and identifying and implementing cost saving opportunities within the plant.
• Develop and lead continuous improvement plans and implement sustainment measures such as standard work, department scorecards, etc.
• Adhere to all safety procedures including the use of personal protective equipment and navigating the plant with alert behavior.
• Drive quality through internal and external root cause countermeasures. Implement root cause countermeasure actions needed to maintain schedule and cost targets, isolate issues and escalate as needed.
• All other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements:

• Minimum 4 years experience management in manufacturing environment
• Subject matter expert within a build to order environment, ideally paired with automotive or industrial line planning
• Experience with Manufacturing Requirements Planning (MRP) systems, Epicor preferred
• Effective at driving action through time sensitive communication with a wide array of teams (IT, Production, Accounting, Supply Chain, Engineering)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge and experience in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma

PSI offers a wide range of benefits from medical, dental, and vision to pet insurance as well as discounted prescription plans. Additionally, we also provide a 401k match, life insurance and AD&D, short- and long-term disability, and an employee assistance program. Come join our team and learn more about PSI and what we have to offer! 

Power Solutions International/3Pi is an EOE disability/vet company offering a drug-free workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.