Manufacturing Team Lead 1 (1st Shift, 5X8)

Andersen Corporation • Cottage Grove, MN

2d • $22 - $32

About The Position

The Manufacturing Team Lead provides daily work direction for a production line and department of 5–40 production associates. The role supports the continuous flow of production and planned output by applying operations standards and AMS tools, identifying process and resource constraints, and using problem-solving and decision-making techniques to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost metrics. The Team Lead provides employee feedback, coaching, and training; coordinates employee assignments to meet business needs; and partners with Value Stream Supervisors and Tier 1 and Tier 2 teams to resolve issues.

The role also leads and supports continuous-improvement projects, maintains visual management tools, participates in problem solving and corrective actions, and completes audits of standard work and control plans. The position is listed for a first-shift 5x8 schedule.

Requirements

• Associate degree or equivalent work experience in manufacturing operations.
• Knowledge and application of continuous-improvement processes, such as 5S, and problem-solving methods.
• Knowledge of operations products, processes, and equipment, including safety, quality, changeover, and setup skills.
• Knowledge of preventative-maintenance techniques and basic machine diagnostic skills.
• Understanding of interdependencies across the value stream, including manufacturing and functional groups.
• Intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, train, and motivate employees.
• Demonstrated ability to identify constraints or barriers, solve problems, delegate, and make sound decisions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to work effectively with others.
• Flexibility, self-motivation, initiative, and a commitment to lifelong learning.

Nice To Haves

• Lean training or certification.

Responsibilities

• Ensure continuous production flow and planned output while following standards for safety, quality, delivery, cost, and maintenance.
• Identify production issues, engage the Tier 1 team in process or problem resolution, and escalate appropriate issues to the Tier 2 team.
• Partner with Value Stream Supervisors.
• Facilitate training and development for production employees, communicate performance expectations, and provide coaching and feedback.
• Maintain the cross-training matrix and coordinate employee movement to meet business needs.
• Lead and support AMS projects and initiatives to improve business metrics.
• Maintain visual management tools, including PVA, run charts, CI boards, and Tier 1 boards.
• Participate in problem solving using AMS methods, including 5 Why, PDCA, and MCA.
• Lead and communicate effectively at daily Tier 1 meetings to encourage employee participation and engagement.
• Provide support to other production areas as needed, including project support, leader coverage, and cycle counting.
• Complete standard work and control plan audits, including audits related to safety, finished goods quality, scrap, and standard work.
• Participate in and complete corrective actions from the MCA process.
• Follow and consistently enforce safety procedures, proactively address safety concerns, and take or follow up on appropriate action.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with employer fixed contributions and company matching
• Profit sharing
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, and Health Reimbursement Account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Paid maternity leave and paid parental leave
• Career growth planning and nationwide career opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree