Production Team Leader - 3rd shift, $18.00 + Shift Premium

About the role

Join our top-notch team of 54,000+ professionals in 60 countries who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, STANLEY, BLACK+DECKER, IRWIN, LENOX and more.

Responsibilities

• Report equipment, personnel and process issues to the Department Supervisor.
• Maintain a safe work environment by monitoring and enforcing safety practices/techniques, including proper use of PPE and machine guarding.
• Conduct monthly safety discussions with team members.
• Ensure quality standards are met and maintained.
• Develop and implement cross-training programs to enhance team flexibility and effectiveness.
• Assign, prioritize and direct all work activities within the assigned areas.
• Serve as back-up to the Supervisor for designated duties.
• Facilitate communication within the department and with other departments as needed.
• Identify and resolve issues to improve customer satisfaction and productivity.
• Support Lean & Kaizen initiatives and drive continuous improvement efforts.
• Provide measurable data and reports as required.
• Motivate and coach team members to achieve their best performance.
• Promote a positive, team-oriented work environment.
• Assign individuals to specific job tasks based on operational needs.
• Proactively identify and communicate potential problems to the Supervisor.
• Maintain 5S standards in the work area daily.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet business needs.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience of production/manufacturing experience with demonstrated leadership or supervisory skills.
• High School diploma (or equivalent) required; associate degree or bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft office: Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Ability to train, mentor and coach team members.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to conduct shift briefings and reports to management.
• Experience with production scheduling, tracking KPIs and ensuring quality standards.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives is a plus.
• Ability to resolve production issues and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-confident, motivated, and proactive.
• Schedule Flexibility. Must be able to rotate shifts and work overtime if needed to assist business needs.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 2 years of experience of production/manufacturing experience with demonstrated leadership or supervisory skills.
• High School diploma (or equivalent) required; associate degree or bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft office: Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Ability to train, mentor and coach team members.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to conduct shift briefings and reports to management.
• Experience with production scheduling, tracking KPIs and ensuring quality standards.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives is a plus.
• Ability to resolve production issues and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-confident, motivated, and proactive.
• Schedule Flexibility. Must be able to rotate shifts and work overtime if needed to assist business needs.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required.

Skills

• Leadership and Supervisory Skills.
• Production Scheduling and Tracking KPIs.
• Quality Standards and Maintenance.
• Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement Initiatives.
• Communication Skills (verbal and written).
• Problem Resolution and Fast-Paced Environment.
• Teamwork and Positive Work Environment.
• Training and Coaching Team Members.
• Rotating Shifts and Overtime.
• Bilingual Communication (English/Spanish).

Benefits

• Competitive Salary.
• Comprehensive Benefits Plan: Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off and tuition reimbursement.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

Pay

Competitive salary.

Schedule

Schedule Flexibility. Must be able to rotate shifts and work overtime if needed to assist business needs.