Production Team Lead - 2nd Shift

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Reports to:

Production Supervisor / Director of Operations

The Production Team Leader coordinates daily manufacturing activities on the shift, drives continuous improvement, and acts as a bridge between frontline operators and plant management. You will lead a team to achieve safety, quality, and productivity goals while fostering a collaborative work environment.

• Lead start-of-shift huddles to communicate daily goals, safety updates, and output targets.
• Assign workstations, manage shift crewing, and ensure proper staffing levels throughout the shift.
• Coach, mentor, and train new hires and existing team members on equipment operation and safety guidelines.
• Facilitate clear communication between incoming and outgoing shift teams during shift changes.

• Enforce all plant safety rules, personal protective equipment (PPE) compliance, and housekeeping standards (5S).
• Investigate near-misses, workplace incidents, or quality defects, and report findings to management.
• Conduct quality checks and ensure final products meet strict company specifications before release.

• Monitor line efficiency, track daily performance metrics, and record data regarding scrap or downtime.
• Identify workflow bottlenecks or equipment issues and assist with basic troubleshooting.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives, lean manufacturing principles, and problem-solving root-cause analysis.

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or GED required; an associate degree or technical certification is a plus.
• Experience:
  
  2 to 4+ years of hands-on manufacturing or industrial production experience, with at least 1 year in a leadership or supervisory capacity preferred.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Basic computer proficiency (MS Office).
• Core Competencies:
  
  Strong communication, problem-solving, decision-making, and team-building skills.
• Physical Requirements:
  
  Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, and lift up to 50 lbs.

ROM Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs without regard to any status protected by applicable law.