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Manufacturing Lead

SpecSys
New Ulm, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 5/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/27/2026

Join an Established and Growing Team! Showcase your skills with a company committed to providing services ON TIME, ON BUDGET, DONE RIGHT, and DONE SAFELY. At SpecSys, we offer exciting, challenging work tailored to your strengths, along with opportunities to make an impact. Learn more about us at specsys.com and apply today!

FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE including 4 10-hour shifts and 5 8-hour shifts with flexible start times!

SALARY RANGE: $20-$25/hour

BENEFITS & PERKS: Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance; HSA/FSA options, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance; Short- and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) with Employer Match; Term Life Insurance; Employee Assistance Program; Employee-of-the-Month and Year, On-site Welding Training and Certifications; RITALKA University; Employee Luncheons; Community Volunteering

The Manufacturing Lead has the primary responsibility for daily supervision of manufacturing operations within the assigned facility. This role requires high level communication and coordination with Management and Human Resources

What does the Manufacturing Lead do at SpecSys?

  • Provide daily work direction to manufacturing personnel
  • Process employee timecards, absence requests and performance reviews
  • Provide training to manufacturing personnel
  • Ensure all QC processes and procedures are followed
  • Coordinate workload with the assigned project manager to ensure design changes are implemented into the overall manufacturing process
  • Document and communicate workplace related injuries with Safety Director and Human Resources
  • Ability to accurately read and interpret blueprints
  • Schedule and expedite the use of labor, manufacturing equipment and materials
  • Identify efficient appropriate manufacturing sequences to minimize unproductive time
  • Ensure products are built and tested in accordance with customer requirements
  • Coordinate orders with management and purchasing department to meet departmental needs and maintain shop supplies
  • Coordinate and schedule equipment repairs as needed
  • Maintain accurate equipment maintenance and repair records

 

What are we looking for in a quality candidate for Manufacturing Lead?

  • A detailed understanding of processes and shop capabilities
  • Ability to read and understand written information
  • A basic understanding of computer software, such as Word and Excel
  • Able to identify problems and review information
  • Can lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Able to be on their feet for 8 hours a day
  • OR any combination of education and experience that would provide the required skill and knowledge for successful performance

Many tasks include their own work and/or the review of work of others in the department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

 

Salary : $20 - $25

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