Paint Team Lead

JCB•Pooler, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Paint Team Lead provides frontline leadership and day-to-day operational support in a heavy-duty manufacturing environment. The role ensures production processes are completed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards, while serving as a liaison between production teams and leadership. The Team Lead drives performance, develops employees, reinforces accountability and continuous improvement, and balances production demands with hands-on coaching and support across manufacturing areas. The role leads daily production activities and supports assembly and sub-assembly work, including use of hand and power tools and oversight of overhead cranes, manipulators, and assembly equipment. The Team Lead tracks production performance, addresses issues and bottlenecks, supports training and cross-training, promotes safety and quality, and participates in lean and continuous improvement initiatives. Work takes place in both an office environment and occasionally a manufacturing or factory environment, with exposure to noise and temperature changes. The position is based in Pooler, Georgia, and is full-time and non-exempt. The employee must be able to work a flexible schedule, including Friday through Sunday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., and may need to work overtime or varying shifts. JCB is a privately owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment with more than 80 years of innovation and 23 manufacturing facilities across four continents. The company offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, and paid holidays. Applicants must pass applicable pre-employment drug screens, background checks, and other tests. JCB is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations. The company is not currently hiring applicants who require employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 3 years of experience in heavy-duty manufacturing, assembly, or production.
At least 1–2 years of experience in a Team Lead, Lead Operator, or supervisory role.
Ability to work hands-on in a production environment.
Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.
Must pass drug screens, background checks, and any pre-employment tests conducted in accordance with applicable law.
Strong leadership presence and ability to motivate and influence teams.
Excellent communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills.
High attention to detail and focus on safety, quality, and productivity.
Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and material handling equipment.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office or manufacturing systems.
Strong sense of urgency, ownership, and accountability.
Flexibility to work overtime or varying shifts as needed.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment at all times.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including Friday through Sunday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Ability to regularly lift or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift or move up to 35 pounds, and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to perform continuous, repetitive physical activities, including fine movements and larger motions.
Ability to grasp or pinch small items, reach out and up, and turn the wrist.
Ability to keep pace with current production speed and push or pull with reasonable force.
Ability to bend, stoop, climb, kneel, and stand for extended periods.
Ability to work in multiple climates, including hot and cold temperatures and dusty environments.

Nice To Haves

At least 5 years of experience in heavy equipment or industrial manufacturing.
Prior experience leading high-volume production teams.
Exposure to lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

Lead and support a team in a fast-paced heavy equipment manufacturing environment.
Drive daily production activities to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
Monitor workflow, identify bottlenecks, and take action to maintain production efficiency and throughput.
Serve as the first point of contact for production issues, escalations, and problem resolution.
Perform and support assembly and sub-assembly operations using hand and power tools.
Safely operate and oversee the use of overhead cranes, manipulators, and assembly equipment.
Support production during employee absences or increased demand.
Coach, mentor, and provide performance feedback to team members.
Support onboarding and training of new hires, ensuring competency and safety compliance.
Promote accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Identify skill gaps and support cross-training to improve team flexibility.
Reinforce a safety-first culture and ensure compliance with safety procedures.
Conduct daily safety briefings or toolbox talks and team meetings.
Monitor and enforce adherence to quality standards and work instructions.
Partner with Quality to identify and resolve defects and process inefficiencies.
Participate in and promote continuous improvement initiatives.
Use problem-solving tools to identify root causes and eliminate recurring issues.
Support lean manufacturing principles, including 5S, waste reduction, and process optimization.
Track and communicate production metrics and KPIs, including safety, quality, attendance, and productivity.
Document production updates, issues, and team performance; ensure required reports and documentation are completed accurately.
Perform other duties as assigned to support manufacturing operations.