2nd Shift-Production Team Lead $3.50 Shift Differential

Forte Opening Solutions•Thorp, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Forte Opening Solutions, we don't just manufacture doors; we create pathways to possibilities. We empower our employees to shape the future of our industry. Join a team where craftsmanship meets cutting-edge technology, and where your ideas can open new doors. Together, we build not just products, but a culture of excellence and collaboration. The Team Leads are responsible for a specific manufacturing department or designated work area in the manufacturing plant to meet production, quality, and service delivery goals. The Team Leaders will manage their department through effective utilization of resources. They are responsible for meeting or exceeding customer expectations through coordination and value-based leadership of manufacturing processes, organization and lean processes.

Requirements

A high school diploma is preferred
3-5 years of manufacturing experience preferred especially in the building products, construction or automotive markets
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and pull/push boxes of product on/offline and/or pallets
Ability to listen and provide verbal direction to team members
Respond quickly to production line problems by solving minor problems and requesting assistance for problems beyond your expertise
Good interpersonal, organizational, communication and mechanical skills required
Ability to work varying shifts and additional hours depending on business needs
Self-motivated and possess both cognitive and reasoning skills
Proficient in reading, writing and math skills
Competent PC skills (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and AS-400 Systems knowledge)
Ability to interact with both management and hourly production staff
Maintains good attendance and punctuality as defined in Attendance Policy

Nice To Haves

Preferred basic training in Lean principles (5S and Kaizen Facilitation)
Preferred experience with operating material handling equipment
Ability to obtain Forklift certification (On-site training will be provided)
Desire to potentially move into greater areas of responsibility in the future

Responsibilities

Lead personnel in a manufacturing environment
Focus on continuous improvement through the application of lean manufacturing principles and quality control practices
Prepare and review daily delivery, quality and direct labor efficiency metrics with Production Supervisor and Management team to identify opportunities for improvement
Monitor the daily manufacturing operation of people, tools, machinery and systems
Meeting quality requirements and maintaining quality standards for your specific area of responsibility
Ensure staff complies with all approved manufacturing practices and Forte standard operating procedures
Train and cross-train production operators in all functions and work-cells of the production line
Maintaining all processes, equipment, employee safety and housekeeping of the work cell
Provide ongoing training and coaching in individual and group settings
Updated OEE reporting and tracking daily on production line
Inspect product for defects and work closely with production operators and quality to identify root causes and corrective actions to maintain quality standards
Participates in the continuous improvement process, Lean Sigma, Kaizen events and other manufacturing initiatives to achieve business goals
Participate in daily production meetings as required by management
Perform miscellaneous related duties and carry out special projects as assigned
Provide feedback to Quality, Production Management, and Training Coordinator regarding SOP/Procedures
Maximize efficiency by conducting effective shift change meetings
Become Subject Matter Expert in designated department
Develop successor for each position including “Production Team Leader”