Manufacturing Team Lead - Sheet Metal
About The Position
The Manufacturing Team Lead coordinates daily shift activities, supports sheet metal operations, and provides technical guidance to help meet production goals. The role organizes workloads, establishes production schedules and assignments, trains and develops team members, and works with supervisors and cross-functional partners to deliver safe, high-quality, efficient operations. The position promotes accountability and continuous improvement while maintaining production and quality standards. The role works Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. and supports Laser, Punching, Deburring, Countersinking, and Tapping operations. The lead sets up and operates equipment, including loading programs, changing tools, setting tooling, and adjusting machine offsets. The position also provides coaching and technical support, monitors performance, communicates production updates, and identifies process improvements. The position is based primarily in an indoor office setting but may involve time in manufacturing areas and occasional outdoor work. It requires eligibility to work in U.S. facilities subject to ITAR requirements: U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent residence, or refugee or asylee status.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent work experience.
- At least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or similar environment.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams.
- Knowledge of production processes, quality controls, and other techniques in the functional areas.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Ability to communicate clearly with a wide variety of people.
- Good written and oral communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or foreign national granted refugee or asylee status; individuals with temporary visas are not eligible.
Nice To Haves
- Previous manufacturing leadership experience.
Responsibilities
- Perform and support Laser, Punching, Deburring, Countersinking, and Tapping operations to meet production and quality standards.
- Set up and operate equipment by loading programs, performing tool changes, setting tooling, and adjusting machine offsets as needed.
- Adhere to and enforce company safety procedures, quality standards, and housekeeping practices.
- Coordinate production activities across shifts with supervisors, team leads, and cross-functional partners, and communicate updates in daily and weekly meetings.
- Organize, plan, and prioritize workflow to support efficient operations and on-time production.
- Establish production schedules and work assignments to achieve operational and throughput goals.
- Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements that enhance productivity, quality, equipment performance, and efficiency.
- Provide technical guidance on manufacturing processes, systems, and equipment.
- Foster a positive team environment based on trust, respect, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Assess training needs and instruct team members on equipment operation, work procedures, and safety practices.
- Monitor employee performance and provide real-time coaching, feedback, and technical support.
- Motivate team members to meet productivity targets, quality expectations, and production deadlines.
- Provide leadership with input and feedback for employee performance evaluations.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment with a focus on quality, efficiency, and lean manufacturing principles.
- Seek opportunities to improve processes, productivity, and personal performance.
- Follow company policies, procedures, and operational requirements.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and total rewards package
- Health insurance, with traditional or high-deductible plan options
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Account, including employer contributions
- Dental and vision insurance
- Basic and supplemental life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Paid caregiver leave
- At least three weeks of PTO, plus wellness time, holiday pay, and volunteer hours
- 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
- Employee Stock Purchase Program at a discounted rate
- Matching grants through the Protolabs Foundation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
