Team Lead - 1st Shift

A. O. Smith Corporation • Johnson City, TN

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About The Position

A.O. Smith is a global leader applying innovative technologies and energy-efficient solutions to products manufactured and marketed worldwide. The company is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment and boilers, as well as a manufacturer of water treatment products for residential and light commercial applications. A. O. Smith is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with approximately 12,000 employees at operations in the United States, Canada, China, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom.Primary FunctionThe 1st Shift Production Team Lead is responsible for overseeing daily production operations to ensure efficiency, quality, and compliance with company standards. This role requires strong leadership skills to manage team performance, maintain safety protocols, and coordinate workflow to meet production goals.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment, with leadership responsibilities.
• Strong understanding of safety and quality standards in production settings.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve operational issues quickly.
• Proficient in basic computer applications and production tracking systems.
• Computer Knowledge, for example Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Scrap Recording: Accurately track and report scrap materials to minimize waste and improve efficiency.
• Daily Schedules: Organize and communicate daily production schedules to ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Quality Standards: Monitor and enforce quality standards throughout the production process.
• Policy Compliance: Hold employees accountable for adherence to all company policies and procedures.
• Pre-Shift Meetings: Conduct daily meetings to review goals, safety updates, and operational priorities.
• Audits: Perform regular audits to ensure compliance with quality and safety requirements.
• Set-Ups: Assist with machine or line setups as needed to maintain production flow.
• Workflow Management: Coordinate the flow and lineup of daily work to optimize efficiency.
• Safety Standards: Promote and enforce safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.
• Shipping & Finished Goods: Oversee shipping processes and ensure accurate recording of finished goods.
• Material Ordering: Manage inventory and order materials to support production needs.
• Maintenance Work Orders: Submit and track maintenance work orders to minimize downtime.
• Continuous Improvement: Problem solving, 8 waste, 5S.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plans which include medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability programs and tuition assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED