Team Lead - 2nd shift Sauk Rapids

NOW HIRING: Millerbernd Manufacturing is hiring! The Team Lead is responsible to provide 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 will be working with our Circular Products Sauk Rapids team on 2nd shift.

Job Title: Team Lead

Location: Sauk Rapids, MN

Salary Range: $28.05 – 33.00 per 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.)

Shift Schedule: 2nd shift Monday - Thursday 3pm - 1am

Shift Differential: 2nd shift: $1.50/hour

As a Team Lead, you will:

• Quality performance on the team
• Flow of orders within team including Material Handling
• Engagement of the team
• Selection of the team members
• Train and cross train the area in accordance to work instructions and standard operating procedures
• Supports material handling for team directly
• May either act as the trainer for the area of identifies and ensures training of new hires is conducted satisfactorily
• Lead Tier 1 meetings with direct reports
• Accountable for meeting production and quality requirements for the group
• Plans daily activities; resources vacancies on team
• Monitors the performance of team; provides feedback verbally and escalates for written performance documentation to Supervisor
• Promotes a positive team environment; drives inclusion
• Acts as the first line of escalation for employee needs
• Communicates organization priorities and policies; provides clarity of policies as necessary
• Completes timecards, writes performance reviews and provides input on compensation for team
• Completes maintenance or facilities requests when needed
  
  

Safety Expectations as a Team Lead:

• Be a safety champion on and off the production floor
• Wear and ensure all team members wear proper PPE while on the production floor
• Follow and enforce all safety policies
• Train new hires on emergency preparedness expectations
• Establish and sustain a safe and hazard free workplace through processes and procedures
• Participate in safety recognition at Tier 1 and Tier 2 meetings
• Report and investigate safety incidents and near misses; provide incident and near-miss updates during Tier 2 meetings
• Inform team members of safety updates, processes/procedures, and policy changes
• Onboard new hires specific to their role(s) and safety expectations; continue training with team members on their role(s) and safety expectations
• Complete all safety trainings
• Complete one (1) CI Safety Cards/month
• Complete OSHA 10 Hour
• Monitor 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 role
• Other combinations of formal training and experience will be considered
• Experience either leading a team in manufacturing or being an informal leader
• Preferred candidates will have experience in metal fabrication
• Ability to perform basic shop math functions
• Ability to solve practical problems, make decisions and direct action
• Ability to read and interpret manufacturing paperwork and engineering documentation
• Ability to work well with all employees and earn mutual respect
• Ability to take initiative
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, meet deadlines, and easily adapt to change
• Proficient knowledge in interpreting blueprints and mechanical drawings, or demonstrated aptitude
• Effective and appropriate verbal and written communication skills in English
  
  

Physical Demands (Production Roles):

This position requires the individual to wear and work in company-provided personal protective equipment (PPE). This position requires that the individual can lift a minimum of 50lbs. And, if applicable, can maneuver large, cumbersome equipment with the use of an overhead crane and/or forklift. Must be able to work in, on, or around equipment and machinery. The employee may need to perform work with the use of ladders.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met during a pre-employment Physical Work Screening (PWS). A reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Join Millerbernd Manufacturing – Where Your Career Can Take Shape

About Us: At Millerbernd, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. We're dedicated to creating meaningful opportunities where you can unlock your potential, turn ideas into action, and be part of a skilled, diverse, and driven team. From day one, you’ll experience a supportive and dynamic environment designed to help you grow and succeed.

What We Offer:

Comprehensive Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Two medical plan options, with company HSA contributions
• Health & Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA) – For medical and dependent care expenses
• Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life, AD&D, and short-/long-term disability
• Voluntary Benefits – Including optional life, legal & ID protection, accident & critical illness insurance
  
  

Financial Security

• 401(k) with 4% Match – Immediate vesting
• Incentive Pay – Performance-based bonus programs depending on your role and shift
• Certain roles are eligible for the Performance-based “Freight Train Profit Sharing (FTPS)” Incentive plans
• This team incentive plan has a weekly goal and a weekly stretch goal
• If goals are achieved, the monthly payout can be up to $1,000 per eligible employee
  

Work-Life Balance

• Accrual Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $5,250/year for job-related education
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support services
• Onsite Training – Includes leadership, welding, and language courses
• Uniform Subsidy – For eligible roles
  
  

Benefits available to employees working 30 hours/week. 401(k) available to all employees.

What To Expect From The Hiring Process

• Submit Your Application – Our internal Talent Acquisition Team personally reviews every application
• Phone Interview – If your background aligns with the role, we’ll reach out for an introductory call
• Onsite Interview & Facility Tour – Get a firsthand look at what it's like to work at Millerbernd
• Follow-Up & Offer – Stay informed throughout the process; most decisions are made within 3–10 business days
  
  

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 at this time.

Ready to shape your future with us?

Apply today and discover what’s possible at Millerbernd.