About Ohio Valley Goodwill Industries
Ohio Valley Goodwill Industries is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing job training, employment placement, and support services for individuals with disabilities and other barriers to employment. With a focus on empowering individuals to achieve greater independence and inclusion in the community, Ohio Valley Goodwill has been serving the Greater Cincinnati area for over 100 years.

POSITION SUMMARY: (WHAT, HOW, WHY)
The Production Lead plays a key role in supporting leadership by driving daily operational excellence and reinforcing Goodwill’s mission and brand standards. This role provides hands-on leadership in production, supports performance goals, and serves as a role model for professionalism, service, and teamwork at all times.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION: None

EXPERIENCE: Previous experience in customer service preferred. Ability to work independently in unsupervised situations. Sixteen years or older.

ESSENTIAL JOB SKILLS: Proper lifting, stacking and sorting methods preferred.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Support the Production Manager and Assistant Production Manager with day-to-day operations
Ensure compliance with all policies, including, but not limited to, reporting theft or misuse of company property or other illegal activities
Provide coaching, direction, and training to production team on job related responsibilities
Make recommendations to Asst Mgr. or Manager related to disciplinary or corrective action
Inspect and validate accurate pricing and quality of production
Ensure production team is working at a pace that will ensure the team achieves daily production goals
Support day-to-day operations, including inventory counts, pricing, and other areas as needed
Always act as a brand ambassador, representing Goodwill in a professional manner and protecting the organization’s reputation
Maintain a professional appearance and behavior, refrain from any unprofessional conduct
Communicate effectively with production leadership and team members regarding priorities, goals, and daily expectations
Support a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
Serve as a reliable point of contact when management is not immediately available
Demonstrate reliability, professionalism, and accountability
Other duties assigned by leadership

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY AND REQUIREMENTS

This position is responsible for training and delegating work assignments to the Merchandise Processor & Material Handler positions
At least 1 year of supervisory experience preferred
Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, standing, bending, kneeling, and climbing for prolonged periods of time
Work a flexible schedule in support of production including night, weekend, and holiday shifts
Ability to effectively communicate in English with internal and external customers
Ability to lead by example in a fast-paced environment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to sit or stand for eight hours.
Ability to bend and twist.
Ability to lift and carry 35 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Moderate warehouse noise
Ability to work in a confined area.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone, keyboard, reach, stoop and kneel.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work.
Regular, predictable attendance is required as business demands dictate
Key to note, the role will not allow use of headphones or personal cell phone during shift due to safety concerns

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Working in office and warehouse (warehouse settings)
Prolonged standing, repetitive walking, sitting
Lifting/pushing/pulling 50+ lbs

We offer competitive pay and benefits including:

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability
Paid Vacation and Sick
Paid Holidays
403(b) with company match
Employee Assistance Program

This is the ideal job for those individuals seeking life enrichment opportunities.
If you’re looking for a rewarding, fulfilling experience, please join our team!!

Please complete application and attach resume with detailed work experience. Incomplete applications will not be considered for the position.

EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled

Varies Monday - Sunday

Learn more about this Employer on their Career Site

Production Lead at Woodlawn