Production Team Leader (2nd shift)

Job Title: Production Team Leader

Department: Production 

Reports to: Production Supervisor

FLSA Status: Hourly Non-Exempt

 Purpose:

Under the general direction of the Production Supervisor, the Team Leader will lead the production team to ensure smooth and efficient manufacturing operations while promoting a team environment.

 Key Responsibilities include the following (other duties may be assigned as needed):

• Maintain adherence to all safety guidelines.
• Ensure customer satisfaction through active promotion of MAC Quality Policy. Ensure that assigned Team Members work to current Procedures, Work Instructions and other applicable documentation.
• Achieve daily production needs by coordinating resources and prioritizing tasks within assigned cell(s).
• Accomplish 100% on-time delivery through effective daily and weekly production requirements planning.
• Coordinate 5S and housekeeping activities to achieve and maintain expectations.
• Promote continual improvement and cost saving opportunities.
• Assist Supervision in various skills assessments and performance evaluations for assigned Team Members.
• Monitor resource availability and needs for assigned area.
• Review and report daily cell performance and other assigned metrics as appropriate.
• Maintain prompt and effective communication to Production group, appropriate support groups and Management.
• Develop team through proper training and guidance.
• Serve as “extra set of hands” as necessary to ensure team meets all expectations.
• Able to work overtime during the week and on weekends as needed; at times this will be necessary on short notice as business conditions change.
• Provide leadership to team:
  • Work to develop positive behaviors on shop floor.
  • Work to foster a culture of ownership, passion, and a sense of urgency on shop floor.
  • Instill mindset of teamwork and cooperation among team members and other departments.
  • Lead by example.

Qualifications:

 Education and Experience:

• High School graduate.
• Two years of manufacturing experience.
• Previous leadership experience preferred.
• Able to lift a minimum of 30 pounds.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Able to read and interpret blueprints and work instructions.
• Solid math skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Proven mechanical ability.
• Strong communication skills (verbal, written, listening)
• Leadership skills (positive “can do” behavior, ability to motivate and influence)
• People/Team development skills (training, coaching, team-building)
• Results-oriented and takes ownership
• Solid judgment (creative, problem-solver, sound decision maker)
• Good planning and organizing skills.

Legal Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age due to federal labor law requirements.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Supervisory Responsibility: None.

 Working Conditions:

• Constant manufacturing floor and occasional office setting work.
• Frequent exposure to noise, moving machinery, frequent exposure to chemicals and energized equipment.
• Occasional exposure to slippery surfaces and occasional exposure to uneven surfaces.
• Constant requirement of PPE use (Safety shoes / safety glasses), frequent requirement of hearing protection.
• Frequent use of hand tools or tools used in assembly process.
• Constant shift work, occasional weekends/OT, rare travel.
• Frequent exposure to hot work areas, and environmental and safety regulated work (Electrical, LOTO).

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, twisting, reaching, occasional sitting.
• Frequent lifting, carrying up to 20 lbs.; occasional lifting, carrying up to 30 lbs.
• Frequent fine motor & dexterity: Gripping, pinching, tool use.
• Constant sensory demands: Vision (near/far, depth, color), hearing/speech, smell (as relevant to safety).

Remote Work: Not Eligible for Hybrid/Remote Work Schedule.

 Compensation and Benefits: 

Compensation for hourly positions is determined according to a standardized wage table. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance and other supplemental benefits; a 401(k) plan; paid time off; and professional development opportunities. 

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: HL Mando is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or disability status.