Shift Lead 1st Shift - 12 Hour Shifts Wednesday to Saturday

ThermTech•Waukesha, WI

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Shift Lead is a developmental leadership role designed to prepare high-potential employees for promotion into the Shift Foreman position. This individual supports the Shift Foreman in executing daily operations, ensuring safety, quality, and production goals are met while building leadership, technical, and team development skills. The Shift Lead is expected to lead by example, assist in coordinating plant activities, and take on increasing responsibility in supervision, training, and decision making.

Requirements

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, a non-resident, authorized to work in the U.S. without ThermTech sponsorship).
This position must satisfy ITAR (DSP-5) compliance requirements; therefore, candidates must be a lawful permanent resident [8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20)] or a protected individual [8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)].
Employment of Foreign Persons(s) [22 CFR 120.63] will be contingent on receiving the DSP-5 license from the US State Department.
All hires are contingent upon a 9-panel hair follicle drug test & background check.
May be required to obtain and maintain forklift operation certification
May be required to work overtime or any shift, including weekends.
Must be able to work in a standing position for extended periods in a non-climate controlled industrial environment
Ability to bend, pull, stoop, and reach to perform functions.
Capable of lifting and carrying at least 25-pound objects throughout shift
Must be exposed to heat, fumes, noise, humidity, etc.
Must have the cognitive and mental capacity to perform essential job functions.
Must demonstrate the ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language.
Must demonstrate the ability to perform fundamental mathematical skills and concepts (e.g. addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, percentages, and the basics of algebra and geometry).
Visual acuity to read documents, computer screens, files, etc.
Ability to hear in person and via phone.
High school diploma or equivalent required
Acquire/maintain forklift certification
1-3 years in heat treating or production environment with demonstrated leadership potential
Basic understanding of plant operations and equipment
Ability to perform physical work (lifting up to 65 lbs.)
Basic computer and math skills
Safety-focused mindset
Strong communication skills
Time management and organization
Leadership potential and accountability
Willingness to learn and accept feedback
Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
Adaptable and self-motivated

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Bluestreak and Microsoft Office preferred
Understanding of company quality policies and procedures

Responsibilities

Production Work closely with employees on shift to accomplish set schedules & commitments
Assist in coordinating workflow and communicating priorities to the team
Support oversight of operations and perform production activities on the production floor
Develop working knowledge of all processing and equipment within assigned areas
Help maintain plant organization and cleanliness
Assist in identifying and documenting maintenance concerns
Team Development & Training Support training and onboarding of new employees
Provide peer-to-peer coaching and guidance on daily tasks
Assist Shift Foreman in tracking employee progress and training records
Model expected behaviors, performance standards, and work ethic
Leadership Follow & reinforce company procedures, policies, and safety standards
Act as a point of contact in the absence of the Shift Foreman when needed
Assist with shift communication and coordination between departments
Participate in shift meetings, audits, and plant walk-throughs
Promote a positive team environment aligned with servant-leadership principles
Escalate issues related to safety, quality, or production as needed

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) - Company matched 50% on the 1st 4%.
Paid Time Off - Accrued annually with 80 hours for the first year of service
8 Paid Holidays
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance at no cost to employee
Optional Voluntary Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Plans at no cost to the employee
Referral program: When a new employee completes onboarding, the referring employee earns $500. When the new employee stays longer than 6 months, the referring employee earns $1,000.
Health Savings Account (HSA) for employees enrolled in ThermTech's Insurance
On-site Clinic services (On-demand Urgent and Primary Care, Virtual Video Visits, Chiropractic Care, and Health Coaching) available to all employees and their family, at no additional costs, even if they are not covered by ThermTech's health insurance.
Discounted Standard Process supplements.
Free Uniforms, Safety Equipment, and Employee recognition (PIN) program