Team Lead, Sign Department

Eaton’s EPG CHD ALP Airport Lighting Products division is currently seeking a Team Lead, Sign Department.

The hourly rate for this position is $29.59 per hour.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What you’ll do:

Team Lead, Sign Department Eaton’s Crouse-Hinds Airport Lighting Products is seeking a Team Lead for our Sign Department. This role supports daily production operations with a strong focus on assembly, finish quality, safety, and team leadership. The Team Lead will guide a group of production employees through hands-on work while ensuring production goals, quality standards, and safety expectations are consistently met.

This position is ideal for an experienced manufacturing or assembly professional who enjoys leading on the floor, coaching others, and maintaining high standards for both assembled and finished products.

Experience with painting or powder coating is preferred, as surface finish and appearance are critical to our airport lighting and signage products.

Key Responsibilities Lead and support daily assembly and production activities in the Sign Department Assign work, communicate priorities, and monitor workflow to meet production targets

Train and coach team members on standard work, safety, and quality expectations

Ensure assembled products meet quality and cosmetic finish standards

Support and troubleshoot painting and/or powder coating operations as needed

Promote and enforce all safety rules, policies, and PPE requirements

Complete production paperwork and enter data into SAP accurately

Coordinate material flow, inventory accuracy, and work order transactions

Maintain 5S and housekeeping standards in the work area Support continuous improvement and Lean manufacturing efforts

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution3–5 years of assembly experience in a manufacturing environment

Ability to read and follow work instructions, drawings, and production paperwork

Strong communication skills and ability to lead by example

Preferred Qualifications 5 or more years of manufacturing or assembly experience

Experience as a team lead, lead operator, or informal floor leader

Hands-on experience with industrial painting and/or powder coating processes

Attention to cosmetic quality and finish requirements

Experience working in a Lean manufacturing environment

Skills:

Position Criteria:

Ability to wear all Personal Protective Equipment required and comply with all Safety policies

Must be able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing

Demonstrated ability to assemble, disassemble, and test all sub-assemblies

Must be able to read blueprints, wiring diagrams and other Production paperwork

Ability to comprehend and follow instructions and train others accordingly

Must be able to identify that the components used meet quality standards

Ability to complete required paperwork

Must be able to work overtime and be flexible when required

Ability to be flexible and willing to learn and perform a variety of tasks

Additional Information:

No relocation benefit is being offered. Candidates must reside within 50 miles of Windsor, CT. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

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