Manufacturing Team Leader - Engagement & Continuous Improvement

Impact Solutions • Wausau, WI

14d • $114,128 • Onsite

About The Position

This full-time, permanent Manufacturing Team Leader - Engagement & Continuous Improvement is at a trusted and well-established commercial product manufacturer that values its employees, fosters a supportive work environment, and prioritizes professional growth and development. The company is growing immensely, with plans to build new manufacturing facilities over the next five years, driving constant investment in new machinery and custom equipment designed internally. The employer views its people as its number one asset, heavily investing in training and development. This is a solid, conservative company that has only had one layoff in 76 years, offering exceptional job security and stability. You will join a highly collaborative team that directly supports manufacturing, allowing you to own projects from cradle-to-grave and see your custom equipment built and implemented.

Requirements

• 4-6 years of Production experience and 2-4 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment are required
• Associate's Degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field—OR equivalent years of job experience paired with Six Sigma / Lean certifications is required
• Demonstrated superior soft skills and ability to lead with an engaging, collaborative, and non-militant approach to team leadership
• Possess a solid work history
• Being a US citizen or green card holder
• Having a residence within a 45-minute drive

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing processes and teams in a job-shop or highly custom manufacturing environment is preferred
• Knowledge of SAP or other major ERP systems and experience in continuous improvement methodologies are highly preferred
• Openness to potential short-term travel (up to 2 years) to other domestic facilities for plant startup or operational development assignments is a significant plus

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise a team of 15-20 production team members in a job-shop environment, focusing on employee engagement, collaboration, and fostering an "employer of choice" culture
• Execute the daily production plan, monitor key metrics (productivity, schedule attainment), and recommend capacity adjustments to meet or exceed corporate net sales objectives
• Lead and promote continuous improvement (CI/Lean/5S) activities, driving enhanced key performance indicators, improving safety culture, and strengthening team member relations
• Ensure compliance and positive relations within a union environment, utilizing the current labor agreement and applicable government regulations in all supervisory actions
• Conduct interviewing, onboarding, cross-training, and performance reviews, ensuring the team has the necessary equipment and development plans to succeed

What This Job Offers

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