Production Team leader

TIGER DRYLAC USA INC•St. Charles, IL

18h•$27 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

TIGER Drylac USA, Inc. is seeking an experienced Production Team Leader to support our manufacturing operations in St. Charles, IL. This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for helping drive safe, efficient production while supporting operators, maintaining product quality, and ensuring smooth day-to-day shift operations. The ideal candidate has a strong manufacturing background, is comfortable working directly on the production floor, and can lead by example in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
3–5 years of manufacturing experience required.
Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities based on urgency and importance.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, demanding manufacturing environment.
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Strong communication, leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

Nice To Haves

Previous leadership or team lead experience is a plus.
Experience working within 7S, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, or Lean Manufacturing environments preferred.
SAP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead by example and provide day-to-day guidance, coaching, training, and support to production employees.
Work hands-on during machine changeovers to help ensure timely and efficient production.
Monitor production processes, equipment operation, and powder usage.
Verify machine components are properly cleaned and ready for production.
Understand process settings for various formulas and ensure proper machine settings are being used.
Operate production equipment and assist with batching or material handling as needed to maintain production uptime.
Ensure smooth communication and transition between shifts.
Complete pre-samples and required testing according to established inspection plans.
Assist with identifying, verifying, and correcting product quality issues.
Use quality testing equipment and make necessary production corrections, including weighing and adding corrective materials.
Reinforce proper PPE usage and safe work practices.
Conduct health and safety audits and assist with accident investigations.
Promote and reinforce 7S standards and participate in the first responder program.
Support interviewing and onboarding of new employees.
Provide ongoing coaching, development, recognition, and performance feedback to team members.
Complete required production paperwork and collect order-closing information.
Assist Quality Control with order discrepancies and scrap investigations.
Follow applicable ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 requirements.