Team Leader (Manufacturing)

Knowles Corporation•Liberty, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for a working Team Lead to assist in running day-to-day production in the Lytics production lines. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for executing the production schedule, coordinating resources (machines, tools, materials, and people), and resolving issues on the floor to protect safety, quality, and delivery. You will lead a team of Production Associates, and support frontline supervision activities.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED required
Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
5+ years manufacturing experience
Working knowledge of production flow, safety practices, quality checks, and basic problem-solving.
Strong communication skills and ability to lead a team.
Stellar attendance record.

Nice To Haves

technical certificate/associate degree preferred
prior lead/coach experience preferred

Responsibilities

Execute to the production schedule by prioritizing work, maintaining flow, and ensuring the right jobs run in the right order.
Plan and manage resources for your area: machines, tools, materials, and staffing.
Troubleshoot and resolve safety, quality, equipment, material, and staffing issues.
Escalate constraints when needed (downtime, shortages, quality holds, staffing gaps) with clear impact and support needed.
Provide day-to-day direction: task assignments, line balance, rotations, coaching, and reinforcement of safe work practices.
Coordinate line readiness by reviewing priorities, verifying material availability, and supporting release of work to the floor.
Reinforce standard work, work instructions, and required documentation/traceability.
Partner with Maintenance, Quality, Materials, and Engineering to drive timely issue resolution and sustained improvements.
Train and mentor operators on standard work, key quality checks, and proper use of tools and equipment.
ADP timekeeping sign‑off (attendance and hours) and communicate staffing needs to the Production Manager.