Finishing - Phoenix - Metal Worker Team Lead

Chromalloy•Tampa, FL

About The Position

The Metal Worker Team Lead supports daily production operations by coordinating workflow, ensuring a safe working environment, and helping production teams meet quality, delivery, and productivity goals. This is a working-leader role that provides day-to-day guidance, removes barriers to production, promotes continuous improvement, and supports team performance across the operation. The work supports aviation safety and reliability through the repair and manufacture of critical aerospace components. The assigned shift is Sunday through Thursday, 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. New hires attend orientation on Monday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and first-week training Tuesday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Additional training outside the assigned shift may be required based on business needs or availability. After completing training, employees transition to their assigned shift.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience working in a manufacturing, production, metalworking, or industrial environment.
Ability to lead and motivate production employees in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to read and interpret work instructions, engineering drawings, specifications, and production documentation.
Basic math skills and attention to detail.
Understanding of safety requirements and manufacturing best practices.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of team lead, lead operator, or supervisory experience.
Experience in aerospace, metal fabrication, machining, manufacturing, or repair operations.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, 6S, or Operational Excellence methodologies.
Experience supporting production metrics, visual management systems, and daily performance reporting.

Responsibilities

Lead daily production activities to support safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals.
Communicate production requirements, priorities, and expectations to team members.
Ensure staffing, materials, tools, and supplies are available to meet production schedules.
Lead daily team huddles and communicate performance metrics, safety updates, and operational priorities.
Monitor production flow and proactively address issues affecting output or efficiency.
Support root cause investigations and corrective actions related to safety, quality, downtime, and productivity concerns.
Assign work, provide guidance, and reinforce adherence to standard work and safety requirements.
Track and communicate production performance, schedule attainment, and operational issues to leadership.
Maintain visual management boards, production metrics, and required documentation.
Promote a clean, organized workplace through 6S and operational excellence practices.
Support continuous improvement initiatives and cost-saving opportunities.
Partner with supervisors and cross-functional teams to resolve operational challenges.