
Manufacturing Team Lead I (DVS, 1st Shift 4x10)
- Menomonie, WI
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Ensure the continuous flow of production to meet planned output while following operations standards (safety, quality, delivery, cost, maintenance). Identify issues, engaging the Tier 1 team in process or problem resolution and escalate appropriate issues to Tier 2 team. Partner with Value Stream Supervisors.
- Facilitate training and development of production employees, providing clear expectations of performance, AMS, quality, and safety. Provide coaching and feedback. Maintain cross-training matrix to effectively utilize knowledge of employee capabilities. Coordinate movement of employees to meet business need.
- Focus on improving business metrics by leading and supporting AMS projects and initiatives. Maintain visual management tools (PVA, run charts, CI boards, and Tier 1 boards) to drive continuous improvement and employee engagement. Participate in problem solving using AMS tools and methodology (5 Why, PDCA, MCA).
- Demonstrate leadership in communications, conflict resolution, process constraints and problem solving. Lead and effectively communicate at daily Tier1 meeting to encourage employee participation and engagement.
- Provide support of other production areas as needed, including project support, leader coverage, and cycle counting responsibilities as needed.
- Complete standard work & control plan audits, including but not limited to safety, finished goods quality, scrap, and standard work. Participate and complete corrective actions from the MCA process.
- Follow and consistently enforce all safety procedures according to standards. Proactively address safety concerns and take action or follow up when appropriate.
- Associate degree or equivalent work experience in manufacturing operations.
- Requires knowledge and application of continuous improvement processes such as 5s and problem-solving methods. Lean training or certification preferred.
- Knowledge of operations products, processes, and equipment including safety, quality, changeover and set-up skills and knowledge of preventative maintenance techniques and basic machine diagnostic skills. Understand the interdependencies (manufacturing/functional groups) across the value stream.
- Requires intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, train, and motivate employees.
- Demonstrated skill in identifying constraints or barriers, problem solving, delegation and sound decision making.
- Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills and effectively working with others. Flexible, self-motivated, and life-long learner with demonstrated initiative.
- 401 (k) Plan, Employer Fixed Contributions & Company Matching
- Profit Sharing
- Medical, dental, prescription, vision coverage
- Tax-advantaged accounts for healthcare expenses
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
- Paid Maternity Leave & Paid Parental Leave
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Career Growth Planning & Nationwide Career Opportunities