Finishing Team Lead

Composite Factory•Mooresville, NC

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Finishing Team Lead supports the Project Lead in overseeing a small, dedicated team within the Finishing Department. The role organizes, coordinates, and maintains production activities for specific projects, ensuring team members are trained, processes are followed, and production goals are met while maintaining quality, safety, and a respectful work environment. The position is on-site during scheduled business hours, with any remote or work-from-home exception requiring advance manager approval. Hours are 7:00 AM–4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends, overtime, and holidays as scheduled by leadership.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Minimum of three years of experience in composites lamination.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Positive, team-oriented attitude and proactive approach to problem-solving.
Consistent and reliable attendance record.
Commitment to fostering a positive and respectful work environment.
Effective interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across teams and departments.
Ability to adapt to changing work environments, priorities, and production schedules.
Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and contribute to team success.
Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize tasks, and ability to respond promptly.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and work in various physical conditions.
Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident in compliance with ITAR regulations.
Must pass required respirator fit testing and remain clean-shaven where a tight-fitting respirator seals to the face, in accordance with OSHA standards.
Must be able to wear a tight-fitting respirator for the duration of the assigned shift when required by the position.
Must complete applicable respiratory protection requirements, including medical evaluation and respirator fit testing, and complete annual fit testing with additional medical evaluations as required.

Responsibilities

Assist the Project Lead with rolling out new parts and training new team members.
Coach and supervise team members to support project success.
Facilitate daily operational processes and team coordination.
Support material inventory control and waste reduction; monitor material usage and report scrap or waste according to procedures.
Ensure adherence to Finishing Best Practices and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Maintain accurate and complete documentation, including checklists and ply books.
Reinforce compliance with procedures and report discrepancies.
Assist with controlling and reviewing part quality throughout production.
Notify the Project Lead of Cost of Poor-Quality (COPQ) concerns and coach team members through quality-related issues.
Promote and maintain a clean, organized workspace; reinforce cleaning procedures and workplace standards.
Contribute to a respectful, positive work environment and report improper behavior or conduct to Finishing Leads.
Ensure team members wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), address violations, and escalate as needed.
Provide input on employee performance evaluations.
Offer suggestions to improve operational efficiency.
Follow safety, health, and environmental policies; report safety risks and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
Perform other duties as assigned.