Cleaning Room Lead

Posted Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 5:00 AM

We’re looking for extraordinary people to join our growing team in Wauwatosa, WI. Grede’s most important asset is our Employees. Grede is committed to conducting its business in an environmentally responsible manner and providing a safe and healthy working environment for all Employees, customers and visitors. As a member of the Grede team, you are expected to accept certain responsibilities, adhere to acceptable business principles in matters of personal conduct, and exhibit a high degree of personal integrity always.

The Clean Room Lead is responsible for coordinating and supporting second-shift activities within the finishing/clean room department. This role provides guidance to employees, helps maintain safe and efficient operations, and ensures production and quality expectations are met.

• Maintain the department with a “5S” philosophy
• Maintain all necessary paperwork associated with the position
• Reduce/eliminate scrap
• Communicate with other supervisors to improve quality and productivity
• Act in a professional manner when conducting business for the Company
• Assist maintenance with the upkeep of all equipment
• Ensure castings are shipped to customer specifications
• Perform all other job‑related tasks as assigned
• Promote and enforce safety practices, housekeeping standards, and use of required PPE
• Monitor work in process to ensure quality standards and work instructions are followed
• Identify and communicate issues related to safety, quality, staffing, or equipment
• Assist with training, coaching, and onboarding of employees
• Support continuous improvement efforts and problem‑solving activities
• Maintain required documentation related to production and quality

• Insurance:
  Life, Supplemental Life, Short and Long‑Term Disability
• Wellness Programs and access to Worksite Wellness Center, including family members
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• High School degree or equivalent manufacturing/ foundry experience

As a Fair Chance employer, Grede is committed to considering individuals who are rebuilding after past challenges. We believe full‑time employment can be a powerful step toward long‑term success.

To learn more about Grede, please visit our website at .

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Please contact us to request accommodation.