Group Lead

Hearth & Home Technologies, Inc.•Lake City, MN

53d•Onsite

About The Position

Every professional wants to work for an industry leader! Now is your chance as Hearth & Home Technologies, located in Lake City, MN. This Group Lead position is 2nd shift, hours are Monday through Thursday 5:00pm to 3:30am plus overtime as needed. We feature leading brands in the industry such as Heat & Glo, Majestic, Heatilator, and more, dedicated to advancing fireplace technology and design, reflecting our commitment to exceptional quality and comfort. A successful Group Lead will impact the business by Working within a fast-paced energetic team. Experience with managing staffing adjustments based on business demands Managing department's Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost performance measures, including visual controls Ensuring adherence to all company safety practices/regulatory standards and proactively identify and mitigate workplace hazards Ensuring adherence to quality control standards and specifications Must be able to apply problem solving tools and techniques to identify root causes and implement corrective actions to minimize line downtime Effectively communicate daily operational priorities to team members, clearly conveying information related to safety protocols, quality standards, production schedules, goals/team performance; respond to members' questions/concerns Ability to influence and be a part of a continuous improvement culture where you can use your creativity to create value for your customers Critical thinking is required to prevent safety risks, increased quality and reduced costs Strong customer service and communication skills Computer skills required (Xcel, Word - CAD/CAM software preferred)

Requirements

High school graduate/GED; associates degree preferred.
Good verbal & written communication skills.
1-2 years experience in leadership role.

Nice To Haves

Some machine experience (flat laser, tube laser, turret punch press) is highly preferred.
Lean manufacturing experience is desired.

Responsibilities

Working within a fast-paced energetic team.
Experience with managing staffing adjustments based on business demands
Managing department's Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost performance measures, including visual controls
Ensuring adherence to all company safety practices/regulatory standards and proactively identify and mitigate workplace hazards
Ensuring adherence to quality control standards and specifications
Must be able to apply problem solving tools and techniques to identify root causes and implement corrective actions to minimize line downtime
Effectively communicate daily operational priorities to team members, clearly conveying information related to safety protocols, quality standards, production schedules, goals/team performance; respond to members' questions/concerns
Ability to influence and be a part of a continuous improvement culture where you can use your creativity to create value for your customers
Critical thinking is required to prevent safety risks, increased quality and reduced costs
Strong customer service and communication skills
Computer skills required (Xcel, Word - CAD/CAM software preferred)