Production Lead (Making Department) at KDC/ONE in Garland, TX

KDC is a network of best-in-class custom formulators and manufacturers of color cosmetics, skincare, haircare, bath & body, fragrance, deodorant, home, health, industrial, and auto care products. KDC delivers high-touch innovation, operational excellence, and speed to market to well-known and emerging beauty, personal, and specialty companies from coast to coast. KDC has its head office in Longueuil, Québec. In addition, KDC has 10 operating facilities located throughout North America. Altogether, the company employs nearly 4,800 talented and dedicated employees in North America.

Part of kdc/one, Zobele is a multinational, global leader in product development and manufacturing, key partner of the top Home & Personal Care FMCG´s companies.
To meet our growth challenges we’re looking for proactive, enthusiastic and talented professionals willing to join our team. Our Site based in Garland (Texas), is currently looking for
Production Lead (Making Department)
Supports the Production Supervisor and Production Team in accomplishing daily production results within the Making department. This role requires previous leadership experience and strong knowledge of the Making operational system or similar manufacturing systems. The Making Cell Leader is responsible for executing process trainings, supporting team members, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and maintaining efficient production flow.
Responsibilities:
Leads and executes daily cycle counting activities across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods
Ensures adherence to the cycle count schedule based on ABC inventory classification
Supports Production Supervisor in daily production operations and team coordination
Executes process training for team members and ensures understanding of standard operating procedures
Maintains safe work areas and promotes required safe behaviors
Ensures proper use of required PPE and safe equipment operation
Demonstrates safe entry procedures while operating equipment
Follows proper ergonomics procedures including lifting and bending techniques
Manual lift equipment safely operated such as pallet jacks
Follows work instructions, job aids, and standard operating procedures
Completes required production QA documents and production tracking records
Ensures compliance with GMPs and good documentation practices
Verifies materials loaded and used on the line meet target quality standards
Properly performs rework and reintroduces materials into the process when needed
Completes RCA, operating, and troubleshooting tasks as trained
Supports other production areas as directed by Supervisor
Participates in Centerline audits, CIL activities, and machine changeovers
Demonstrates hands-on knowledge of defined equipment operations
Maintains positive teamwork and follows Plant Code of Conduct and Handbook policies
Experience:
6+ years of production line or similar manufacturing experience
3+ years of chemical-related production process experience
3+ years of team leader or similar leadership experience
1+ year of Making Line Team Leader experience preferred
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent required.

Specific Knowledge:
Proficient in Microsoft Office Package
FIFO System
Material handling documentation process
SAP system
Quality Windows system
Wonderware software
Personal Attributes / Skills and Abilities:
Integrity
Leadership
Results Oriented
Proactive
Good Communication Skills
Strong documentation and communication skills
Ability to work in hot and cold environments
Ability to kneel, stand, and walk for extended periods

Join US! Apply now and join the kdc/one worldwide team!
Zobele by kdc/one is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, treats all applications equally and recruits purely on the basis of skills and qualifications.

KDC-ONE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. I understand that employment with KDC-ONE Company is at-will, meaning that I or KDC-ONE Company may terminate my employment at any time, or for any reason consistent with applicable state or federal law. I understand that KDC-One requires the successful completion of a drug and/or alcohol test as a condition of employment.