Fabrication Team Lead - 3rd shift
Bonnell Aluminum · Niles, MI · 2 wk ago
EngineeringFull-time
About the role
The Fabrication Team Lead provides direct leadership, guidance, and support to Fabrication Entry Level employees. This role is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production while reinforcing company standards and supporting team development. The Team Lead works closely with the Shift Facilitator to coordinate daily operations and drive performance on the floor.
Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and support Fabrication team members during shift operations
- Assign daily tasks and ensure proper coverage across General, Saw, and CNC machines
- Monitor workflow and production to meet safety, quality, and efficiency expectations
- Train and mentor entry level employees on equipment, processes, and safety procedures
- Ensure all required paperwork and production records are accurate and completed
- Verify material movement is correctly entered into the system
- Oversee packing and shipping for outside processing and finished materials
- Serve as a point of contact for team members for questions, guidance, and issue resolution
- Identify and escalate equipment problems, safety concerns, or production issues
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Lead by example in enforcing PPE and safety compliance at all times
- Provide real-time feedback to team members to ensure work meets safety and quality standards
- Support cross-training and continuous improvement initiatives
- Assist with special projects and additional duties as assigned
Requirements
- A High School Diploma or GED
- Previous manufacturing or fabrication experience preferred
- Prior leadership, training, or team lead experience preferred
- Ability to pass a skills-based assessment
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to motivate, coach, and hold team members accountable
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- Ability to read and interpret work instructions, safety rules, and procedures
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Qualifications
- Must pass a background check and drug screen
Skills
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to motivate, coach, and hold team members accountable
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- Ability to read and interpret work instructions, safety rules, and procedures
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Benefits
- Competitive pay with advancement opportunities
- Paid vacation
- Medical, dental, and life insurance
- 401(k)
- Tuition reimbursement
- A team-oriented, people-first culture