Project Lead

Job Details: Job Location: Solid 4 - New Hope, MN, Salary Range: $20.00 - $24.00Hourly,

MISSION

PD Instore is a future-forward creator of brand solutions that enlightens, inspires, and transforms the consumer’s experience.

ABOUT PD

Founded in 1938, PD is a world-renowned design-to-build partner that crafts custom, future-forward brand solutions for some of the largest brands in retail.

Summary

The Project Lead is responsible for executing the company’s goals and objectives to meet project deadlines effectively and efficiently. They are responsible for the continual assessment of project processes to ensure the team is operating at the highest level of speed and quality to meet client expectations. The Project Lead demonstrates a commitment to the PD core values.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Ensures and enforces safety requirements and documentation.
Responsible for layout and organization of physical workstations to maximize workflow and fluid production
Troubleshoots missing parts, conflicting information, etc.
Trains new employees and coaches existing employees on proper procedures and proper use of equipment
Responsible for the upkeep, accuracy and communication of the program work schedule with building manager

Accountable for fluid productivity throughout the assembly and packaging process

Be a change agent for driving out waste throughout the assemblies and packaging process
Leads the team while reinforcing productivity and quality driven objectives
Drives a continuous improvement culture by involving employees in problem solving and decision making

Ensures equipment is maintained, while maximizing equipment’s efficiency
Responsible for production numbers and quality auditing
Will be required to participate with daily production as workloads dictate
Performs other duties as assigned
Fosters a culture that values family, innovation, collaboration and empowerment
Follows all safety and workplace policies

Competencies and Skills

Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills

Excellent coaching, facilitating and flexibility

Ability to lead a cross-functional team and complete projects
Strong decision-making, problem solving and time management skills
Ability to set priorities, delegate work and coordinate work efforts 
Ability to demonstrate and apply our workplace values
Flexibility to travel between multiple PD locations
Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment

Education/Certification

High School Diploma or GED.
Prefer 2 year technical/business degree or equivalent

Experience

1-3 years lead experience in assembly, packaging or manufacturing environment
Experience providing daily work direction to hourly/shift workers
Experience using Microsoft Office Products
Forklift certified, or ability to obtain forklift operating certificate

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Walking, sitting, bending, twisting, reaching, pushing, pulling and lifting may be required throughout the workday
Must be able to wear required Personal Protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods of time
Flexibility to travel between multiple PD locations
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