Team Lead

Apogee • West Chester, OH

3d

About The Position

The Team Lead oversees a specific section of the production line, ensuring efficient operations and accountability for quality controls. The role assists the supervisor in driving daily production goals, serves as the trainer and subject matter expert for the section, and leads Tier 1 meetings with assigned employees.

The Team Lead leads by example, promotes safety and accountability, and maintains high standards for quality and productivity. Responsibilities include providing guidance, feedback, and motivation; interpreting blueprints and fabrication drawings; ensuring compliance with specifications; and identifying opportunities for improvement. The role takes ownership of section performance and contributes to the team's production and quality goals.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Multiple years of related work experience or a combination of education and experience.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft products, including Excel, and familiarity with Smartsheets.
• Basic math and reading skills.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with team members and leadership.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to fostering a safe, positive, and productive workplace.
• Ability to push, pull, and lift between 30 and 60 pounds.
• Strong time management skills to meet and exceed production schedules.
• Sound judgment and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in interpreting fabrication drawings and using tools such as calipers.
• Ability to take responsibility for team performance and results.
• Leadership skills, including the ability to lead by example and model accountability and professionalism.
• Competence in managing through systems to ensure consistency, efficiency, and operational success.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in the curtain wall industry is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a specific section of the production line and ensure efficient operations and quality controls.
• Assist the supervisor in driving daily production goals.
• Train employees and serve as the subject matter expert for the assigned section.
• Lead Tier 1 meetings with assigned employees.
• Model strong leadership, safety, accountability, and professionalism.
• Provide guidance, feedback, and motivation to team members.
• Interpret blueprints and fabrication drawings and ensure compliance with specifications.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and help drive solutions.
• Take ownership of section performance and contribute to daily production and quality goals.

Benefits

• Competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage for employees and dependents.
• Annual bonus program and incentive plans.
• RRSP match program.
• 401(k) with employer contribution and match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off, including vacation and sick time.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Long Term Care Insurance.
• Wellness Program.
• Training and career progression.

What This Job Offers

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