Production Team Leader - 3rd shift

Production Team Leader - 3rd shift, $18.00 + Shift Premium

As a Production Team Leader, you’ll be part of our Mission team located in Mission, TX. You’ll get to:

• Report equipment, personnel and process issues to the Department Supervisor.
• Monitor and enforce safety practices/techniques, including proper use of PPE and machine guarding, to maintain a safe work environment.
• Conduct monthly safety discussions with team members.
• Ensure quality standards are met and maintained.
• Develop and implement cross-training programs to enhance team flexibility and effectiveness.
• Assign, prioritize and direct all work activities within the assigned areas.
• Serve as back up to the Supervisor for designated duties.
• Facilitate communication within the department and with other departments as needed.
• Identify and resolve issues to improve customer satisfaction and productivity.
• Support Lean & Kaizen initiatives and drive continuous improvement efforts.
• Provide measurable data and reports as required.
• Motivate and coach team members to achieve their best performance.
• Promote a positive, team-oriented work environment.
• Assign individuals to specific job tasks based on operational needs.
• Proactively identify and communicate potential problems to the Supervisor.
• Maintain 5S standards in the work area daily.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet business needs.

You always strive to do a good job…and have a passion for quality. You are not intimidated by innovation and embrace it. You also have:

• Minimum 2 years of production/manufacturing experience with demonstrated leadership or supervisory skills.
• High School diploma (or equivalent) required; associate degree or bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office:
  Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Ability to train, mentor and coach team members with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with production scheduling, tracking KPIs and ensuring quality standards.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives is a plus.
• Ability to resolve production issues and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-confident, motivated, and proactive.
• Schedule flexibility – able to rotate shifts and work overtime if needed.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required.

• Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off and tuition reimbursement.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

Career paths across multiple brands, opportunities for growth, and a supportive environment to develop your skills.

Access to state-of-the-art learning resources, including The Lean Academy and an online university offering certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities.

All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status, or any other protected characteristic.

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