Fabrication Team Leader

Job Summary

Trystar is seeking a Fabrication Team Leader to lead and guide our teams to meet/exceed customer expectations and achieve strategic and aspirational growth plans while following our values and guiding principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate individual and team development in the Fabrication department.
• Arrange and control daily team activities to ensure smooth workflow, quality production, inventory accuracy, and timely delivery.
• Create the basis for continuous improvement and employee empowerment by ensuring that standardized work and processes are followed, needed adjustments are implemented and the area is compliant with safety and 5S requirements.
• Partner with area Supervisor in determining weekly schedules employees, including authorizing overtime based on business needs.
• Provide input regarding team and individual performance.
• Provide feedback to supervisor and HR department in cases of progressive discipline.
• Drive positive recognition in work area.
• Help Supervisor in tracking attendance and timecard accuracy of hourly associates.
• Ensure compliance with quality, environmental, and safety regulations and standards.
• Assist with inventory, packaging, shipping/receiving, and general facility maintenance as needed.
• Project and staff for daily and future production needs in partnership with Supervisor.
• Be a change agent within the department driving continuous improvement & waste elimination.
• Help Supervisor to conduct safety and training programs.
• Support with mentoring hourly associates in work area and facilitating problem solving.

Requirements

• Basic Qualifications: High School Diploma, 2 years’ experience in manufacturing environment, Production line experience in fast-paced, continuous improvement changing environment, Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Additional Qualifications: Associate degree preferred, One year of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, Computer literacy, including MS Word, Excel, and MRP transactions (Epicor preferred), Excellent people skills with a proven ability in supervising, coaching, and training employees, Strong understanding of inventory control, cycle counts, put away, and material transfers, Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a cross-functional environment, Ability to adapt & thrive in a fast-paced/high growth work environment, Bi-lingual English / Spanish language capability a plus.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• PTO
• Sick Time
• Employee Appreciation Time
• Paid Holidays

About the Role

Trystar is a leader in power distribution equipment and related services at the heart of supporting our electrical infrastructure. Our team members focus on producing the highest quality products in the industry and providing industry-leading service. Based in our state-of-the-art headquarters in Faribault, MN, safety and integrity are our guiding principles, and we work together to achieve excellence for our customers every day.