Commercial Refrigeration Team Lead

Founded in 1902, Wasserstrom is a national leader in the manufacturing and distribution of foodservice equipment and supplies. From design through installation, we operate as a global supplier, custom manufacturer, and consolidator of fixtures, furniture, and equipment, delivering flexible solutions to the places where people eat, sleep, work, play, shop, and gather. Our success is driven not just by our national presence, buying power, regional consolidation, logistics operations, creative expertise, and innovative engineering, but by our people. Guided by our core values of Attitude, Effort, Trust, Innovation, and Family, we bring a positive, can-do mindset rooted in teamwork, accountability, and respect for diverse perspectives. We give our best every day by being responsive, resourceful, and resilient, standing by our word and taking ownership of our work. We embrace continuous improvement, encourage new ideas, and learn from mistakes as we push into new territory. Job Overview Responsible for coordinating daily production activities within the refrigeration room, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to temperature-sensitive handling requirements. Serves as a subject matter resource with advanced knowledge of refrigeration processes, food safety standards, and equipment operation, acting as a key point of contact to communicate priorities and resolve issues. Actively works alongside team members in a hands-on capacity while monitoring production goals, maintaining quality and compliance, and providing regular status updates to management. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Coordinate daily production activities and monitor workflows; track production progress and report status updates to managementProvide team members with work guidance and support for assigned tasks and procedures Perform hands-on manufacturing tasks to support daily production operations and goalsCommunicate with cross-functional departments, such as purchasing and engineeringOperate a forklift to move products in/out of assigned work area as needed Maintain a clean and organized workspace/shop Perform other tasks to support manufacturing and operations as needed Minimum Education And Experience Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Additional training in machining, metalworking, or related fields is a plusExperience: 3 - 5 years related experience and/or training Other Skills And Abilities Intermediate computer skills; ability to use Microsoft Office and OutlookKnowledge of inventory management and order entry systems, such as SyteLine and Factory TrackAdvanced knowledge of shop machinery and proper manufacturing techniquesAdvanced knowledge of proper quality control proceduresAbility to operate a forkliftMechanically inclined; ability to work with basic hand and power toolsAbility to read a tape measure accurately to 1/16th of an inchAbility to add and subtract fractionsCommunicates well with others; asks for and offers help when neededDetail oriented; meets quality standards and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughnessOrganized; completes work in a timely manner; able to prioritize and meet deadlinesProblem-solver; gathers and analyzes information skillfully and generates suggestions for improving workCapable of working independently and as a member of a team; contributes to building a positive team spiritObserves and follows safety procedures Work Environment And Physical Demand Manufacturing Environment - may cause exposure to heat, noise, vibration, odors, dust or moving mechanical partsMedium to Heavy Work - requires the ability to exert up to 100 lbs. with team or mechanical assistance, requires the ability to individually exert up to 75 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or exert up to 35 lbs. of force frequently, and/or exert up to 15 lbs. of force constantly to lift, move, push, or pull objects and materialsRegularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel materials and equipmentFrequently required to stand and reach with hands and armsRequired to walk, see close and at distance, and talk and hear Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.