MANUFACTURING TEAM LEADER II (IND) - 1st Shift

Manufacturing Team Leader II (IND) - 1st ShiftThe Manufacturing Team Leader II leads an assigned production team to achieve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, waste, uptime, and cost objectives. The role serves as a primary contact for day-to-day manufacturing activities, directs employees in executing established processes, supports problem resolution, and drives continuous improvement while developing team capability. Lead daily production operations and ensure established production targets and customer requirements are met. Monitor and support safety, quality, productivity, scrap or waste, uptime, and cost performance. Allocate employees and other resources according to production plans, priorities, and schedule changes. Train and coach new and existing team members on standard operating procedures, processing techniques, equipment, job responsibilities, quality procedures, and required certifications. Confirm that job orders, work instructions, line layouts, equipment, tooling, prints, and in-process inspection requirements are properly followed. Analyze production results, identify concerns, and communicate performance and issues to the supervisor. Lead daily Tier I meetings and coordinate troubleshooting and problem-solving activities. Support 5S, safety standards, quality-system requirements, and consistent application of company and plant procedures. Lead or participate in continuous improvement activities and process-improvement projects. Coordinate with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, Production Control, Human Resources, and other support functions when issues require broader assistance. Review completed production orders and verify that production reporting and required documentation are accurate. Promote teamwork, accountability, positive engagement, inclusion, and a culture of continuous improvement. High school diploma or GED; technical, vocational, or associate-level education may be preferred. Relevant manufacturing or production experience, including experience guiding or leading production employees. Working knowledge of production processes, manufacturing safety, quality systems, 5S, and continuous improvement. Ability to read and follow work instructions, production documentation, and applicable technical information. Basic computer, data-entry, and math skills; experience with SAP or another manufacturing resource-planning system may be preferred. Strong communication, interpersonal, coaching, organization, and problem-solving skills. Ability to prioritize work, respond to production issues, and collaborate with cross-functional support departments.