Team Lead, Facilities -2nd Shift

Taco Comfort Solutions • Cranston, RI

11d • Onsite

About The Position

As a family-owned and operated company, we feel a special obligation to the employees who comprise our Taco family.  We are committed to offering employees access to the tools necessary to live long and productive lives. We strive to instill in all of our employees:

A positive mental attitude that helps us to be a leader in the industry
A commitment to building strong relationships, both inside and outside the organization
A desire to learn, grow, and contribute to moving our strategy forward
A need to create and to innovate

The Team Lead, Facilities (2nd Shift), in addition to performing Industrial Electrician and / or Maintenance Mechanic duties, supports the Manager Facilities in overseeing daily operations, coordinating work assignments, and ensuring the Facilities team operates effectively, efficiently, and in compliance with company standards. This role requires strong leadership, organizational skills, and the ability to guide and develop team members while maintaining a safe, functional, and well-maintained workplace. Progress will be tracked using Limble, with a focus on minimizing downtime of assets.

Requirements

• Associates degree in Electronics or Electronics Technology High School Diploma or equivalent may be acceptable with significant related work experience
• 10+ years combined experience in facilities, mechanical, and electrical maintenance
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office
• Ability to use systems to access production and resource data, including navigating through the Limble system
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and apply them effectively to assigned work
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks requiring constant alertness or activity, including standing and lifting
• Strong time-management skills to meet strict deadlines and production volumes
• Sound judgment to comply with instructions, prescribed routines, methods, and practices
• Able to flex easily with changing priorities
• Strong attention to detail
• Able to work with diverse employee groups
• Minimal to no travel required

Nice To Haves

• OSHA 10 certified preferred
• Basic knowledge of CNC equipment

Responsibilities

• Perform duties associated with Maintenance Mechanic II or Electrician III
• Oversee day-to-day facility operations for the 2nd shift, ensuring timely completion of maintenance, repairs, and projects.
• Ensure that the Facilities manager is notified and proper staff are present to address any building issues.
• Monitor work orders, track progress, and ensure completion within established timelines.
• Assess machinery throughout the production shift to ensure running and problems are addressed in a timely manner.
• Notify manager of parts needed to ensure ordered.
• Reassign tasks based on priority and urgency
• Assign team members to tasks, monitor progress, and ensure assignments are executed correctly.
• Provide guidance, direction and support to team members.
• Identify and resolve issues related to facilities operations, equipment and team.
• Ensure all safety, compliance, and regulatory requirements are met; respond to emergencies according to company protocol.
• Inventory department supplies and equipment; gather quotes if possible, to replace; communicate orders completed to the manager.
• Foster positive work environment in collaboration with Production and Warehouse teams.
• Evaluate all the bays and equipment, are fully operational, and that proper communication is being done and documented.
• Remove trash and cardboard from production areas.
• Conduct and lead monthly safety meetings for 2nd shift staff.
• Review status with first shift at start of second shift; provide status to first shift at end of second shift.
• Communicate within the department and between shifts regarding equipment status and work orders remaining open to ensure that the department runs efficiently.
• Mentor team members, share knowledge and expertise to improve skills and effectiveness of team.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical and HVAC issues
• Troubleshoot mechanical / hydraulic issues
• Operate toolroom equipment and precision instruments

Benefits

• Provides competitive salaries and benefits
• Offers tuition reimbursement, career development, and on-site training programs in our learning center
• Believes in sharing profits with its employees
• Is mindful about family, health and well-being
• Fosters conditions that allow people and communities to reach their full potential
• Embraces and celebrates diversity

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree