Ops Lead 1

Tenneco • NE

85d

About The Position

The Operations Lead supports production by performing standard manufacturing tasks while serving as the first point of contact for line issues, staffing needs, training, and continuous improvement activities. This role is approximately 95% hands-on in the cell with operators/welders and 5% dedicated to leadership activities, including changeovers, troubleshooting, first-piece acceptance, training coordination, and maintaining safety and 5S standards.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year of manufacturing experience required.
• 1+ year prior experience in a lead role within manufacturing or a similar production environment preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard work tasks of machine operators and/or welders in assigned area.
• Promote and ensure adherence to all safety policies, practices, and procedures, including Hazcom labels, MSDS, and LOTO compliance.
• Serve as the first point of contact for safety concerns, injuries, or illnesses—ensuring appropriate reporting and follow-up actions.
• Communicate staffing needs, job rotation schedules, and workflow concerns to the Production Supervisor.
• Provide initial response to line problems; document issues, resolve when possible, and escalate to appropriate resources as needed.
• Facilitate and encourage teamwork among associates to maintain a positive work environment.
• Conduct and/or coordinate training for associates within the cell.
• Ensure build sequence and production activities follow documented standardized work.
• Support changeovers, troubleshooting activities, and first-piece inspection processes.
• Maintain and monitor 5S standards within the work area, escalating concerns where necessary.
• Actively participate in and support continuous improvement initiatives, including problem-solving events, waste reduction efforts, and efficiency improvement projects.
• Provide daily operational updates to the Production Supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees