Team Lead - 2nd or Weekend shift

Millerbernd Manufacturing , a family-owned company since 1933, is driven by our core values: respectful and humbly confident, a positive attitude and solutions-oriented, a great reputation every day, loyal and united, working together, and results-driven. If these values resonate with you, we invite you to apply and join a growing team committed to excellence and shared success. The Opportunity: The Team Lead is responsible for providing tactical leadership to assigned team in the fabrication / manufacture of products in accordance with standard work and manufacturing processes while maintaining company core values and safety standards. This Team Lead role is leading Weekend shift team within our Transportation & Infrastructure (T&I) Team. We are hiring for: 2nd shift Pole Pre-Assembly (Plant 2) - Shaft ProductionWeekend shift Pole Pre-Assembly (Plant 2) - Shaft ProductionWeekend shift Big Pole (Plant 3) - App Weld Job Title: Team Lead Location: Winsted, MN Salary Range: $29.76 – $35.33/hour (Non-Exempt) (In compliance with Minnesota Pay Transparency Law, this range reflects the anticipated compensation for this role. Actual pay may vary based on experience, education, and other factors.) Incentive bonus opportunity: Freight Train Profit Sharing - Average of +$3.50/hour based on meeting goals Shift Schedule: 2nd shift: Monday - Thursday 3pm - 1am OR Weekend shift: Friday - Sunday 5am - 5pm Shift Differential: 2nd shift - $1.50/hour OR Weekend shift - $2.50/hour As a Team Lead, you will: Quality performance on the teamFlow of orders within team including Material HandlingEngagement of the teamSelection of the team membersTrain and cross train the area in accordance to work instructions and standard operating proceduresSupports material handling for team directlyMay either act as the trainer for the area of identifies and ensures training of new hires is conducted satisfactorilyLead Tier 1 meetings with direct reportsAccountable for meeting production and quality requirements for the groupPlans daily activities; resources vacancies on teamMonitors the performance of team; provides feedback verbally and escalates for written performance documentation to SupervisorPromotes a positive team environment; drives inclusionActs as the first line of escalation for employee needsCommunicates organization priorities and policies; provides clarity of policies as necessaryCompletes timecards, writes performance reviews and provides input on compensation for teamCompletes maintenance or facilities requests when needed Safety Expectations as a Team Lead: Be a safety champion on and off the production floorWear and ensure all team members wear proper PPE while on the production floorFollow and enforce all safety policiesTrain new hires on emergency preparedness expectationsEstablish and sustain a safe and hazard free workplace through processes and proceduresParticipate in safety recognition at Tier 1 and Tier 2 meetingsReport and investigate safety incidents and near misses; provide incident and near-miss updates during Tier 2 meetingsInform team members of safety updates, processes/procedures, and policy changesOnboard new hires specific to their role(s) and safety expectations; continue training with team members on their role(s) and safety expectationsComplete all safety trainingsComplete one (1) CI Safety Cards/monthComplete OSHA 10 HourMonitor completion of actions from the Safety Champion each week and provide updates during Tier 1 meetings Role Qualifications as a Team Lead: Preferred candidates will have prior experience in leadership roleOther combinations of formal training and experience will be consideredExperience either leading a team in manufacturing or being an informal leaderPreferred candidates will have experience in metal fabricationAbility to perform basic shop math functionsAbility to solve practical problems, make decisions and direct actionAbility to read and interpret manufacturing paperwork and engineering documentationAbility to work well with all employees and earn mutual respectAbility to take initiativeAbility to prioritize, multi-task, meet deadlines, and easily adapt to changeProficient knowledge in interpreting blueprints and mechanical drawings, or demonstrated aptitudeEffective and appropriate verbal and written communication skills in English What we offer for employment: Comprehensive Benefits - Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Two medical plan options, with company HSA contributionsHealth & Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA) – For medical and dependent care expensesLife & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life, AD&D, and short-/long-term disabilityVoluntary Benefits – Including optional life, legal & ID protection, accident & critical illness insurance Financial Security - 401(k) with up to 4% Match – Immediate vestingIncentive Pay – Certain roles are eligible for the Performance-based “Freight Train Profit Sharing (FTPS)”Incentive plansThis team incentive plan has a weekly goal and a weekly stretch goalIf goals are achieved, the monthly payout can be up to $1,000 per eligible employee Work-Life Balance - AccrualPaid Time Off (PTO) and Paid HolidaysTuition Reimbursement – Up to $5,250/year for job-related educationEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support servicesOnsite Training – Includes leadership, welding, and language coursesUniform Subsidy – For eligible roles Benefits available to employees working 30+ hours/week. 401(k) available to all employees. We're an Equal Opportunity Employer - Millerbernd Manufacturing Company is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas. Ready to shape your future with us? Apply today and discover what’s possible at Millerbernd.