We are seeking a high-performance, Bilingual Production Lead to drive our household and automotive chemical manufacturing lines in Fontana, CA. This is a mid-senior level "player-coach" role designed for a leader who can command the production floor, troubleshoot integrated high-speed lines, and manage the full scope of operations from raw components to finished goods. We value your 5+ years of direct industry experience and proven leadership ability over a college degree.

Key Responsibilities

Full Line Technical Oversight

Automated Systems: Lead and optimize integrated production lines, including automated filling and capping with precise volume control and torque monitoring.
Labeling & Coding: Ensure perfect alignment and batch code legibility throughout the run.
Secondary Packaging: Expertly operate shrink wrap machines and heat tunnels.
End-of-Line Packout: Manage automated taping machines, case packing, and palletization processes.

Inventory & Component Management

Stock Monitoring: Track on-line stock levels of raw components such as bottles, caps, labels, film, and corrugated materials.
Reconciliation: Perform daily reconciliation of material usage versus finished output to maintain strict inventory accuracy.
Coordination: Interface directly with Inventory Control and Logistics to coordinate efficient material pulls and transfers.

Floor Command & Analytics

Team Leadership: Direct and mentor a team of 10+ operators; fluency in both English and Spanish is required.
KPI Reporting: Use strong mathematical skills to calculate and report vital metrics, including Units Per Hour (UPH), downtime percentages, and yield loss.
Safety & Compliance: Partner with Quality teams to resolve non-conformance issues and enforce strict adherence to PPE and Cal-OSHA standards for chemical manufacturing.

Qualifications

Experience: 5+ years in liquid manufacturing (Chemicals or Consumer Packaged Goods preferred).
Technical Skills: Proven ability to troubleshoot filling, heat tunnel, and packout equipment.
Certifications: A Forklift Certification (Sit-down/Stand-up) is a significant plus.
Education: High School Diploma or GED; no college degree required.
Physical Requirements: Must be able to stand/walk for the duration of a shift, work in a non-climate-controlled warehouse, and regularly lift up to 50 lbs.

Schedule, Compensation & Benefits

Shift: Monday – Saturday, 5:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Candidates must be available for 12-hour shifts and 6 days a week during peak seasons).
Pay Rate: $23.50 – $29.00 per hour, depending on experience ($48,880 – $60,320 annual base plus significant overtime).
Benefits: Comprehensive package including Medical, Dental, and Vision; 401(k) with company match; and Paid Time Off (PTO).
Location: Fully onsite in Fontana, CA.

Salary: 23.50-29/hr DOE

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