Production Team Lead

Solventum • Columbia, MO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Team Lead supports production operations at Solventum’s Columbia, Missouri manufacturing facility, ensuring quality standards and contributing to a safe, efficient plant environment. The role works onsite on the 2nd shift and supports hourly production teams, daily production goals, personnel development, process improvement, and troubleshooting in a cleanroom setting. The position requires clear spoken and written English communication and may require adapting to varying shift schedules and working overtime as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or higher, completed before the start date.
• Three years of manufacturing experience.
• Two years of experience in a lead role in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to clearly speak, understand, and write in English.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without employment visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Understanding of Lean Six Sigma principles.
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience working in teams and coaching others.
• Solid mechanical troubleshooting ability.
• Proficiency in data collection and analysis for informed decision-making.
• Proficiency with computer applications, including Excel, Word, MES, and Workday.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Willingness to pursue education and training needed to stay current with the assignment’s technological requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist the supervisor in leading hourly production teams, with a strong focus on safety and Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Help manage daily production goals and support improvements in yield, cycle time, productivity, and cost reduction.
• Contribute to the growth and development of production personnel and foster a collaborative, self-directed work environment.
• Maintain GMP standards, strict documentation, and material accountability while working in a cleanroom environment.
• Provide troubleshooting support for processes and machinery.
• Adapt to varying shift schedules to meet business needs.
• Comply with corporate policies, procedures, and security standards while performing assigned duties.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Health Savings Accounts.
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Disability benefits.
• Life insurance.
• Voluntary benefits.
• Paid absences.
• Retirement benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED