1st Shift Manufacturing Team Lead

West Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce; Michigan; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in office furniture is seeking two Team Leads for their wood plant in Holland, MI. These roles involve coaching and training team members to meet production goals in a dynamic environment. With a focus on safety and quality, successful candidates will ensure a well-organized production workflow while motivating the team to excel.

Benefits

20 Days Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401k Match

On-Site Gym

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in a team-based manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift and manage physical tasks up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team to achieve goals in safety, quality, and production.
• Prepare production floor for daily operations and monitor production adjustments.
• Train and develop team members on standard work processes.

Skills

Team leadership

Problem solving

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

When you feel connected to your work, you feel more engaged. At Haworth, you can pursue a career that offers you ample opportunity to build your portfolio and expand your skillset in an exciting and inclusive environment. Join a company that values innovation, inspiration, and you!

HAWORTH is a global leader in office furniture and architectural interiors. As a valued member of our team, you can make your mark on the world and reach your full potential within a culture of connectivity.

Why Haworth? Find out morehere!

At Haworth, members enjoy benefits from their first day of employment:

• 20 Days Paid Time Off:Plus, the option to buy up to 5 extra days.
• Health Benefits:Priority Health Medical options, Delta Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• 401k Match: Contribute 6% of your annual salary, and Haworth will match 7%.
• Insurance Coverage:Company-provided Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance.
• On-Site Gym:Well-equipped gym, open 24/7.
• Annual Bonus Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance

Job Summary

We are currently looking for two Team Lead's to join our wood plant in Holland, MI. These are first shift positions, working Monday – Thursday 430A-3P. Possible overtime on Friday from 430A-3P.

As a Team Lead, you will:

Leads team to attain goals in Safety, Quality, Schedule, Cost, Culture, and Environment by providing effective coaching and training to distribution/production team members. Organizes and performs full range of complex duties in fast-paced environment that requires thorough understanding of functions within work cell, as well as policies and procedures. Works with supervisor and other team leaders to manage and prioritize staffing assignments to ensure customer demand and production schedule are met.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepares production floor for daily production; monitors and adjusts production based on inventory and planned machine downtime, ensuring work center is sufficiently staffed to meet production demands.
• Monitors and predicts flow to ensure work center is able to respond efficiently to production changes.
• Observes, maintains, coordinates, and completes standard work to improve work processes and ensures members are trained to perform standard work.
• Updates production metrics and facilitates regular team communications; maintains Team Boards.
• Works with supervisor to develop annual plans for goal attainment and facilitate cascading of goals and objectives to production team members.
• Motivates members to enhance production quality and, at same time, maintain production requirements.
• Must be able to perform all essential job functions with/without accommodation.
• Uses office automation, communication, software, and tools used in Haworth office environment.
• Performs other duties within scope as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School or equivalent
• 3 years of experience working in a team based manufacturing environment
• Military Equivalency at www.mynextmove.org/vets/find/military
• Applicants must be able to work inHolland, MI without relocation assistance
• Applicants must possess an unrestricted right to work in the US to be eligible for this position
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work comfortably when exposed to dust, noise, solvent, heat, paint, and lubricants
• Ability to climb/bend/balance/twist/reach/lift/stretch
• Ability to stand for extended periods and do repetitive wrist and arm movements

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications/Licensures:(Powered industrial Truck (PIT))
• Relevant certification or vocational training
• Experience leading small teams
• Experience in supervision or management
• Lean training
• Experience with conflict resolution
• Strong organizational skills
• Demonstrated the ability to manage time effectively
• Manufacturing industry experience, especially in Office Furniture or Automotive

Additional Postings available from Haworth Inc.