Production Team Lead

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead a shift of approximately 40 employees in the extrusion department
• Support light maintenance and preventive maintenance activities
• Make process adjustments to maintain production efficiency
• Interface with manufacturing, maintenance, label printing, and shipping/receiving teams
• Manage tool changes and preventive maintenance schedules in coordination with the Maintenance Manager
• Conduct daily pre-shift toolbox meetings
• Participate in month-end close activities, including consuming work orders as directed by the Department Manager
• Maintain visible leadership presence on the production floor and remain accessible to shift employees
• Participate in plant safety walks with safety coordinators when assigned
• Set up and operate inventory traceback programs used on the production floor
• Use Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Learn and operate plant systems including Microsoft-based Navision
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills And Abilities

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to read, write, and speak English, including understanding equipment manuals and diagrams
• Demonstrated leadership in a production environment
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts while standing and walking for extended periods
• Ability to climb, lift, and carry up to 40 pounds
• Ability to read safety postings, operating instructions, and computer screens
• Ability to hear safety warning devices and alarms

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing resources
• Paid time off and holidays
• Company-paid and voluntary insurance plans including life, accident, and disability coverage
• Tuition reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to providing a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to contribute to their fullest potential. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and employment processes.