Manufacturing Team Lead ; Series, 2nd Shift x

Job Description

The Team Lead will provide daily work direction of the production line through effective communication and completion of manufacturing operations tasks while applying AMS tools. Identify process and resource constraints and utilize appropriate decision‑making and problem‑solving techniques to resolve and meet SQDC metrics. Provide feedback, coaching, and training to production employees. The team lead will oversee daily work direction for a production department of 5–40 production associates.

Provide feedback and coaching and facilitate training.

• Ensure the continuous flow of production to meet planned output while following operations standards (safety, quality, delivery, cost, maintenance).
• Identify issues, engaging the Tier1 team in process or problem resolution and escalating appropriate issues to the Tier2 team. Partner with Value Stream Supervisors.
• Facilitate training and development of production employees, providing clear expectations of performance, AMS, quality, and safety.
• Provide coaching and feedback.
• Maintain a cross‑training matrix to effectively utilize knowledge of employee capabilities and coordinate movement of employees to meet business needs.
• Focus on improving business metrics by leading and supporting AMS projects and initiatives. Maintain visual management tools (PVA, run charts, CI boards, and Tier1 boards) to drive continuous improvement and employee engagement.
• Participate in problem‑solving using AMS tools and methodology (5‑Why, PDCA, MCA).
• Demonstrate leadership in communications, conflict resolution, process constraints and problem solving.
• Lead and effectively communicate at daily Tier1 meetings to encourage employee participation and engagement.
• Provide support of other production areas as needed, including project support, leader coverage, and cycle‑counting responsibilities.
• Complete standard work and control‑plan audits, including but not limited to safety, finished‑goods quality, scrap, and standard work. Participate and complete corrective actions from the MCA process.
• Follow and consistently enforce all safety procedures according to standards. Proactively address safety concerns and take action or follow up.

• Associate degree or equivalent work experience in manufacturing operations.
• Knowledge and application of continuous‑improvement processes such as 5‑S and problem‑solving methods. Lean training or certification preferred.
• Knowledge of operations products, processes, and equipment including safety, quality, changeover and set‑up skills and knowledge of preventative maintenance techniques and basic machine diagnostic skills. Understanding of the interdependencies (manufacturing/functional groups) across the value stream.
• Intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, train, and motivate employees.
• Skill in identifying constraints or barriers, problem solving, delegation and sound decision‑making.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to work effectively with others. Flexible, self‑motivated, and life‑long learner with demonstrated initiative.

Pay Range: $22.25–$32.25

• 401(k) Plan, Employer Fixed Contributions & Company Matching
• Profit Sharing
• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*, Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave & Paid Parental Leave*
• Career Growth Planning & Nationwide Career Opportunities

* For employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement, some benefits may differ or may not be available based on the terms of the agreement.