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Manufacturing Team Leader- 1st Shift

Job in Lexington, Henderson County, Tennessee, 38351, USA
Listing for: NIDEC Defense Group
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-09
Job specializations:
  • Management
    Operations Management
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 50000 - 70000 USD Yearly USD 50000.00 70000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Manufacturing Team Leader- 1st Shift (3085)

We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality.

All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.

Job Summary

The Group LeaderI is a first‑line supervisory role responsible for overseeing the day‑to‑day performance of a designated team. This position has formal responsibility for directing work, monitoring performance, enforcing safety and quality standards, and supporting operational objectives within an assigned area. Working under management direction, the Group LeaderI ensures work is completed efficiently, safely, and in compliance with established standards while providing consistent leadership and accountability for assigned employees.

Job Description

Role Overview

The Group LeaderI functions as a front‑line supervisor, accountable for coordinating team activities, reinforcing performance expectations, and addressing routine employee and operational issues. The role emphasizes people leadership, operational oversight, and communication rather than hands‑on production work. Success is demonstrated through maintained productivity, safe operations, quality outcomes, and effective team management.

Key Responsibilities Supervisory & People Leadership
  • Provide direct supervision to assigned employees, including work assignment, guidance, and oversight
  • Monitor employee productivity, attendance, and adherence to work standards
  • Provide regular coaching, feedback, and performance guidance
  • Support onboarding, training, and skill development of team members
  • Document and escalation performance, attendance, or conduct issues in accordance with policy
Operational Oversight & Execution
  • Plan, assign, and coordinate daily work to meet production or service requirements
  • Monitor workflow, staffing levels, and workload balance
  • Identify operational issues, delays, or resource constraints and take corrective action
  • Coordinate with other supervisors and departments to support continuity of operations
Safety, Quality & Compliance Leadership
  • Enforce all safety rules, PPE requirements, and site procedures
  • Promote and sustain a strong safety culture within the team
  • Ensure adherence to quality standards, procedures, and standard work
  • Address safety or quality incidents promptly and ensure proper documentation
Communication & Reporting
  • Communicate priorities, expectations, and updates clearly to team members
  • Act as the primary communication link between employees and management
  • Track and report operational metrics, daily results, and issues
  • Participate in shift meetings, production reviews, and coordination discussions
Continuous Improvement & Leadership Expectations
  • Support continuous improvement, lean, or efficiency initiatives
  • Identify opportunities to improve workflow, safety, or team effectiveness
  • Reinforce professional conduct, accountability, and performance expectations
  • Demonstrate leadership presence through consistency, fairness, and follow‑through
Qualifications Education & Experience
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Typically requires 3–5 years of experience in a relevant operational, manufacturing, or service environment
  • Prior experience providing work direction, training, or supervisory oversight preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Working knowledge of operational processes in the assigned area
  • Ability to supervise, evaluate, and direct employee performance
  • Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
  • Solid…
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