Team Leader I

Job Responsibilities

• Uphold and model safe work practices.
• Proactively seek opportunities to improve safety.
• Complete layered process audits and other quality documentation, as required.
• Complete daily 5S audit and ensure work center(s) adheres to all 5S standards.
• Provide leadership and direction with emphasis on team building through Tier 1 meetings, effective communication, and develop an efficient team that is responsive to production requirements and changes.
• Manage work center inventory using WMS 2018 through order allocation, directed work and scrap processes.
• Work with the Technician to troubleshoot & repair downtime occurrences and escalate unplanned or higher-level downtime, as needed.
• Assist Supervisor with safety investigations and reports.
• Communicate incidents to appropriate level as needed.
• Assist Supervisor with onboarding new associates.
• Provide training opportunities and work with Trainer to ensure training records are completed and properly retained.
• Record daily production and downtime data through company software.
• Respond to associate questions and concerns, escalating to supervisor or HR when required.
• Model excellence and success to guide team members.
• Raise issues promptly to Supervisor for guidance & resolution, maintaining confidentiality.
• Maintain accurate employee timekeeping records via HRIS platform
• Cook up the overall assignment of work within respective value stream with the supervisor and other team leaders to attain business needs.
• Support Team Lead II or III in running a work center.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (completed)
• Typically requires 1 year of experience in a manufacturing/operation floor setting
• Experienced level in job function
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Proficient in WMS and Agile
• Demonstrated leadership qualities, professionalism, accountability, communication, and positive attitude
• Clear and concise written and verbal communications
• Demonstrated structured problem-solving and analytical skills
• Knowledge of Lean concepts, 5S, and Continuous Improvement practices

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to safely lift 35 lbs. and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.