Assistant Team Leader

Schupan • Kalamazoo, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Team Leader keeps their production cell as productive as possible through timely, active management. Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, the role involves engaging and supporting the team, answering questions, using the ERP system, handling material, completing assigned tasks, and stepping in as a CNC Operator when needed. The position is based in Kalamazoo, Michigan, and is full-time on second shift.

The Assistant Team Leader helps execute production plans, maintain safety and quality standards, manage inventory and work areas, train employees, and improve cell efficiency. The role requires regular interaction with peers and management, reliable attendance, and the ability to work in a noisy, non-temperature-controlled manufacturing environment around machinery and forklifts.

Requirements

• Complete a 30/60/90 performance-based review plan, including recurring monthly discussions, to ensure the role is the right fit for the employee and the Company.
• Consistent pattern of reliable attendance: no more than one occurrence as outlined in the Company’s attendance policy.
• Minimum of 3–6 months of related supervisory experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous knowledge of a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, internet software, inventory software, and VISUAL.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small-group situations to customers, clients, and other employees.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines set by the production schedule.
• Routinely stand and walk; use hands to handle and feel; reach with arms and hands; and climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Routinely perform repetitive movements such as bending, twisting, reaching, lifting, and pulling.
• Routinely lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally more than 50 pounds.
• Wear all necessary safety equipment.
• Have visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and inspect parts produced.
• Routinely work in a noisy environment, with company-provided hearing protection required, and in a non-temperature-controlled environment.
• Work in an environment where lock-out/tag-out is a standard safety practice.
• Routinely work around gas-powered and other forklifts and machinery.
• Be able to perform each essential function, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee employees to ensure MIOSHA safety rules and regulations are followed and maintain a safe work environment.
• Act as the first line of defense to prevent shutdowns and production losses.
• Execute the scheduled production plan.
• Transport material and goods between receiving, storage, production, processing, shipping, and storage areas.
• Actively manage the team to meet production objectives.
• Train employees as needed on procedures, including blueprint reading, job order interpretation, and general product inspections.
• Complete all ISO quality forms for each production procedure correctly and on time.
• Organize storage and processing areas for efficient use of space and handling in accordance with 5S standards.
• Maintain inventory control of work-in-progress and stored material.
• Develop and recommend changes to improve manufacturing process efficiency, quality, and performance within the cell.
• Operate as a CNC Operator as needed.
• Handle high-stress situations and interact in person with peers and management.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Exhibit behaviors reflecting the company’s core values: Integrity, Empowerment, Sustainability, and Compassion.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Additional bonuses and overtime available.
• Weekly pay.
• 16 days of PTO in the first year.
• 401(k) with match starting Day 1.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage effective the first of the month after hire.
• HSA with company contribution of up to $1,500.
• FSA.
• Wellness premium discount.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Pet insurance.
• Healthcare concierge.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed