Group Lead

Valmont Industries, Inc. • Newberry, SC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Group Lead is responsible for leading daily production activities and supporting production personnel to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality operations. This role provides hands-on leadership on the production floor, promotes teamwork and accountability, and serves as a key communication link between production employees and leadership. The Group Lead supports safety, quality, productivity, training, and continuous improvement initiatives while helping ensure customer expectations are met through on-time delivery and operational excellence.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• 1 year of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, fabrication equipment, and production operations.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and use measuring tools including tape measures, micrometers, and gauges.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while meeting safety, quality, and productivity expectations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with frequent lifting up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to become certified in forklift operation and other required equipment.
• Ability to wear required PPE and follow all facility safety regulations.
• Maintain a safe and productive working environment.
• Able to do basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division and fraction conversion)
• Able to read and comprehend routings and blueprints
• Able to use a tape measure
• Able to use a computer to enter production data, perform time keeping functions, interface with machines and other equipment

Nice To Haves

• Previous leadership, team lead, or coaching experience preferred.
• Overhead crane and/or forklift experience preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License with a safe driving record preferred.
• Three (3) or more years of experience in a leadership role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma training or certification.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing production demands.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow work instructions and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with others.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.
• Self-motivated individual with integrity, accountability, and a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support daily production activities for assigned work areas and personnel.
• Promote a positive team environment through effective communication, coaching, motivation, and accountability.
• Assist in training and onboarding employees to ensure consistent processes, quality standards, and safe work practices.
• Model and reinforce all safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements while identifying opportunities for continuous safety improvements.
• Monitor workflow, staffing, equipment, and materials to support production schedules and operational goals.
• Help ensure products are manufactured efficiently and meet quality and customer requirements.
• Maintain production flow and proactively address issues that may impact safety, quality, or delivery.
• Track and communicate daily production, quality, and safety metrics with employees and leadership.
• Support accurate production reporting and timely entry of production information into business systems.
• Assist with tracking shop orders through production and help expedite orders as needed to meet business demands.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment throughout the shift.
• Communicate effectively across shifts and departments to ensure operational alignment and continuity.
• Support employee engagement and maintain a respectful and productive work environment.
• Operate in both indoor and outdoor manufacturing environments while wearing required PPE.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
• Work Life Support
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED