Job Purpose Statement: A work team member with cross-functional responsibilities supporting the assigned team, assuring quality product and daily schedule attainment. Serves as a facilitator to the work team in areas of problem-solving, issue resolution, continuous improvement, and training. Ensures a safe working environment is maintained at all times. This position will be accessible to the production floor 95% of the time. Must be willing to learn all jobs on the team to cover for absences or relief. The Team Leader coordinates with other work cells and departments to meet the company's production requirements and customers' needs. The team leader is accountable for results in terms of cost, methods, quality, quantity of production, operations, and personnel. Summary of Responsibility: As a hands-on leader, the team leader monitors and assists in completing production and assembly as needed. Oversees and directs a production team on a scheduled shift. Communicate effectively with management and employees to meet customers’ needs or demands. Assist in the training of new employees. Ensures safety and quality policies and procedures are followed. Ensures production meets the organization's targeted goals. Schedules employees for the assigned work shift and conducts safety or training programs for employees. Monitors productivity, machinery, and the employees' work to suggest improvements in the production process. Update and maintain production reports for tracking and keep the production and operations manager aware of the production area's performance as needed or required. Assist the Supervisor/Manager with employee adherence to company policies and procedures. Understands and supports the foundational operations disciplines of safety, 5S, lean manufacturing and standard work.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees