Team Leader - 3rd Shift

Who We Are

At Pelican, we engineer products that stand up to the world’s toughest conditions—because the people who rely on us do too. For nearly 50 years, we’ve been a trusted partner for military personnel, first responders, outdoor adventurers, and innovators who push the limits.

Location:

Ontario, CA

Company:
Pelican Products

At Pelican, we engineer products that stand up to the world’s toughest conditions—because the people who rely on us do too. For nearly 50 years, we’ve been a trusted partner for military personnel, first responders, outdoor adventurers, and innovators who push the limits.

With a global presence that includes 11 offices, 4 manufacturing facilities, and 4 custom case centers, we create high-performance protective solutions that ensure our customers can focus on what matters most. Whether it’s transporting critical medical supplies, securing mission-essential equipment, or keeping expedition gear safe, Pelican products are Built to Protect to Equip for the Mission.

At Pelican, your work has a real-world impact. You’ll be part of a team driven by innovation, craftsmanship, and the shared belief that when the mission is critical, failure isn’t an option. If you’re ready to build something that makes a difference, be part of a team that protects what matters most.

You’ll lead and support a team of production associates while staying connected to the work happening on the floor. You’ll help coordinate people, materials, equipment, and priorities to keep production running safely and on schedule.

• Lead daily production activities and direct workflow to meet safety, quality, and production goals.
• Train, coach, and cross-train team members across production processes and equipment.
• Monitor production performance, identify barriers, and work with the team and leadership to resolve issues.
• Coordinate staffing and labor coverage during breaks, absences, changeovers, and production downtime.
• Support production start-ups, process controls, and changeovers.
• Ensure standard work, quality requirements, and safety procedures are consistently followed.
• Coordinate material flow to and from production lines to prevent unnecessary delays.
• Provide ongoing feedback and coaching to team members and communicate performance concerns to the Supervisor or Manager.
• Support Lean and continuous improvement activities that improve safety, quality, productivity, and workflow.
• Initiate and track maintenance work orders and escalat equipment, quality, or safety concerns when needed.
• Help maintain clear communication between shifts, departments, team members, and leadership.

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• At least 6 months of experience leading, training, mentoring, or providing direction to others. Formal leadership experience is not required if you have experience as an acting lead, trainer, or go-to team member.
• Experience working in manufacturing, production, warehouse operations, or a similar environment.
• Ability to train and support employees while providing clear direction and feedback.
• Comfortable working hands-on and learning different production processes.
• Ability to operate or learn power equipment and hand tools such as saws, drills, routers, and heat guns.
• Strong understanding of workplace safety and the ability to recognize and escalat unsafe conditions.
• Ability to adjust priorities based on changing production needs.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Experience with SAP or another ERP system is a plus.

• Opportunity to build your leadership experience with an established manufacturing company.
• Hands-on exposure to multiple production areas and processes.
• Opportunity to develop your skills…