Plant Team Lead Job Erie Michigan USA,Manufacturing / Production

Position: PLANT TEAM LEAD
Location: Erie

Toledo Steel Supply is a competitive steel supplier with a fun, fast-paced, professional work environment. We seek people who value Service, Teamwork, going Above & Beyond, Respect for others, and Success. Working at TSS is both rewarding and challenging. We offer competitive wages, as well as medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401K plan, paid vacation and sick time.

The Plant Team Lead participates in supervising a team in completion of work processes. The Team Lead will also have the skills and ability to operate the equipment in the department and train new and current employees. This position will be responsible for overseeing and assisting in the setup and operation of machines to the appropriate tolerances using various measuring tools and equipment.

The ideal candidate must be able to identify and prepare materials per customer’s specification by reading prints to verify dimensions of metal parts in order to accomplish certain tolerances. Team leaders are to motivate and inspire their team by creating a positive working environment through empowerment and continuous communication.

Team Leader duties and responsibilities include the following:

Serve as the subject-matter expert within the department
Fully capable of operating all machines within the department and able to fill in whenever coverage is needed
Assist with establishing and communicating team goals
Oversee assigned shift operation of the department
Monitor team performance and report on metrics
Identify training needs and provide coaching
Listen to team members’ feedback and resolve issues or conflicts
Assist the Plant Supervisor with the hiring process and new hire training
Conduct team meetings to update employees and share performance goals
Ensure adherence to company regulations, policies and procedures
Provide answers to employees’ questions, assist with employee issues, and oversee work quality & compliance with guidelines
Manage and organize workflow; manage schedules and time off requests
Approve employees’ timecards and ensure accuracy of time punches according to approved work schedule

Requirements

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED
Minimum of 1 year work experience in manufacturing or plant operations
1-year previous experience in a leadership role

Qualifications and Requirements

Strong leadership skills
Proven track record of safety management
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to read and understand blue prints
Experience utilizing forklifts
Able to read a tape measure, micrometer and caliper
Strong analytical and mathematical skills
Utilize all company provided safety equipment at all times
Familiarity with machine tools and equipment
Proficient with common machine shop tools and equipment
Strong attention to detail

Work Environment and Physical Demands

This position operates in a manufacturing shop environment. Exposure to noise, chemicals, and materials consistent with a manufacturing environment is constant. This is a physically demanding position; maintaining the physical strength to lift materials up to 50lbs. Able to endure prolonged standing, walking, stooping, and bending.

Toledo Steel Supply is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.