Powder Coating Paint Line Point Person

Description

Position Summary

DeWys Metal Solutions is a people-first, family-owned contract manufacturer where real people are doing big things. The company reinvests a significant percentage of its profits into leadership development, innovation, capital equipment, and its workforce. Serving blue-chip customers across uniquely diverse industries, none of it automotive, DeWys has built a reputation that consistently impresses customers, employees, and industry partners alike. The business is financially strong, growth-oriented, and grounded by a strategic planning process that is both active and collaborative, built from the top down and the bottom up. Lean manufacturing, innovation, workforce development, and strong community partnerships are not buzzwords here, they are the foundation of how the company operates. Located just 20 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids, this is an opportunity to join a manufacturing organization that is investing aggressively in its future while remaining deeply committed to its people and culture.

The Point Person is responsible for supporting daily production activity during their assigned shift within a designated area of the shop. This role serves as a hands-on frontline leader focused on maintaining a safe, productive, and organized work environment while supporting a small team of up to 14 operators. The primary function of the Point Person is to keep production moving by proactively removing roadblocks, coordinating workflow, and ensuring operators have the tools, materials, and support needed to succeed.

This role requires a visible, highly engaged leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and leads from the floor by example. The ideal candidate is organized, solutions-oriented, and approachable, capable of balancing urgency with attention to detail while building trust and accountability within the team. The Point Person will facilitate regular 1:1 meetings with operators, support continuous improvement efforts, and play an important role in preserving the culture, safety standards, and people-first values that make DeWys unique.

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Why DeWys

At DeWys Metal Solutions, we believe that our people are our most valuable asset. We are committed to fostering a workplace culture that prioritizes continuous learning, safety, and employee growth. As we continue expanding, we need a Point Person who thrives in a hands-on manufacturing environment who can drive team performance, monitor KPIs, and remove roadblocks to keep production running smoothly. If you thrive on both leading from the floor and solving problems in real time, we invite you to be part of our journey!

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Duties & Responsibilities

Daily Production Oversight

· Oversee daily production activity during the assigned shift within a designated area of the job shop (Cutting, General Machines, Forming, Weld, Robot Weld, Grinding, Finishing etc.)

· Support and coordinate a team of up to 14 operators

· Monitor workflow and production progress throughout the shift

· Follow ERP drill-down schedules to prioritize and stage work appropriately

· Minimize downtime by proactively addressing production interruptions and material flow concerns

· Remove roadblocks impacting operators, equipment, workflow, quality, or delivery

Safety & Quality Responsibilities

· Maintain a safe work environment and reinforce safe work practices daily

· Perform quality checks and final signoffs on completed work and travelers

· Verify all rejected jobs are placed in the rejection area and appropriately placed on hold through GSC

· Coordinate recuts, repair parts, and containment activities during the assigned shift

· Conduct visual management and 5S checks at the beginning and end of each shift to maintain department standards

· Support corrective action investigations and participate in identifying sustainable solutions

Team Leadership & Workforce Development

· Assist with onboarding and acclimation of new hires within the assigned department

· Partner with DeWys University Trainers to support operator upskilling and development efforts

· Facilitate 1:1 meetings with operators and document follow-up actions as required

· Provide day-to-day coaching, communication, and support to team members

· Participate in leadership development, operational excellence, and in-house training activities

Operational Communication & Continuous Improvement

· Summarize shift performance and communicate key updates, concerns, and priorities to the Team Lead and opposing shift

· Track and communicate daily KPI performance within the assigned area

· Support operational excellence initiatives and continuous improvement projects within the department

· Maintain clear communication through shift pass-downs, email updates, and escalation of production concerns as needed

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Key Performance Metrics

Operational KPIs related to safety, quality, utilization, and cost.

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Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Requirements

Knowledge & Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as blueprints, work orders, engineering specifications, safety rules, work rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

· Ability to effectively present information, communicates, and responds to questions from team members, customers, and suppliers.

· Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole number, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

· Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete and abstract variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

· Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Must possess good problem-solving skills.

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Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

· Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school with 5 or more years’ experience in manufacturing, preferably metal fabrication; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

· Must complete Introduction to Leadership and Core Leadership Certification through the TEA as well as complete an additional 40 hours of leadership professional development.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

· Must possess a valid Michigan Driver's License to be licensed as a qualified lift truck driver at DeWys Manufacturing, Inc.

Leadership & Cultural Fit

· Ability to support daily production throughput and maintain workflow continuity while prioritizing safety, quality, and teamwork.

· Hands-on, floor-focused leader who removes roadblocks for operators and helps create a productive, organized, and positive work environment.

· Servant leader who leads by example, treats every team member with respect, and fosters a culture of accountability, trust, and continuous improvement.

· Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where priorities can shift quickly and communication is critical.

· Strong communicator who can effectively partner with Team Leads, Trainers, operators, and cross-functional departments to keep production aligned and moving forward.

· Passion for workforce development with a willingness to support onboarding, operator acclimation,