Team Lead - 3rd Shift

RIE Coatings•Dubuque, IA

2d•$21 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

RIE Coatings is expanding our operations and adding a new 3rd shift, and we are hiring a Production Team Lead to join our growing team and support overnight operations at our Dubuque, IA facility. This is a working leadership role, meaning you will actively work on the production floor while guiding the team and keeping operations running smoothly. The Team Lead must be willing to learn and perform all production positions including boxing, pre-treatment, blasting, and dip spin operations, as well as operate a forklift to support workflow throughout the shift.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Previous leadership or team lead experience
2+ years of manufacturing or production experience
Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs
Ability to stand, bend, reach, twist, and perform repetitive movements throughout the shift

Nice To Haves

Experience with JobBOSS (Exact)
Basic Microsoft Office skills

Responsibilities

Provide nightly work direction and support to production operators
Work alongside the team and step into any position as needed, including boxing, pre-treatment, blasting, and dip spin operations
Operate a forklift to move product and support production flow
Run machines during employee absences and assist with breaks
Perform quality checks and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards
Troubleshoot basic equipment issues before escalating to maintenance
Communicate shift updates with leadership and other shifts
Lead shift huddles and maintain accurate production documentation
Respond to spill incidents, safety concerns, and facility issues
Support 6S/housekeeping initiatives and assist with training