Team Lead - Glass

Job Title:

Team Lead – Glass

South Chesterfield, VA

We are looking for a Team Lead who will be responsible for leading a team in a specific area of Operations, coordinating department activities and driving performance improvements.

• Lead and direct manufacturing teams
• Implement Safety-Quality-Delivery-Cost (SQDC) and Lean principles
• Conduct daily huddle meetings focused on area performance
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Standard Work, Built-in Quality, Small lot presentation to the line)
• Interpret and enforce company policies and safety regulations
• Recommend and implement improvements to production methods, equipment performance, and quality
• Lead problem‑solving teams and use PDCA to resolve work issues
• Perform backup activities for line workers as needed
• Maintain efficiency levels to achieve the Annual Operating Plan
• Prepare and execute daily start‑up plans
• Update and maintain the cross‑functional training matrix
• Ensure hourly performance boards and variance causes are maintained and displayed
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineering for on‑time delivery through Kaizen processes
• Lead daily Kaizen activities and documentation
• Schedule continuous load and coordinate material scheduling and kitting to avoid shortages
• Maintain 6S practices and operator PM checklists
• Serve as absenteeism representative
• Sustain Standard Work and Visual Boards/Controls
• Maintain 90%+ efficiency target
• Other duties as assigned

• High school diploma or GED
• Over 3 years of related experience
• Basic computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook; AS400 or similar system knowledge)

• 2+ years of manufacturing experience
• AS400 experience

• Lift, pull, push 50 lbs up to 50% of the shift
• Stand, walk, bend, twist for prolonged periods up to 10 hours/day
• Perform repetitive motions on the machine up to 40% of the shift

• Flexibility, mechanical aptitude, quick learning, problem‑solving
• Prioritization, detail orientation, time management, interpersonal, organizational
• Leadership traits, safety‑first orientation, high performer, multitasking ability
• Analytical reasoning, tape measure reading, strong communication, understanding of 6S
• Ability to reach, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, see and hear
• Adaptability to fast‑paced, complex environment and team orientation

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Holidays
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Optional accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance
• Adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leave
• Paid time off and business travel services
• Employee discounts and assistance program

Dover Food Retail is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factor prohibited by law.

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