2nd Shift Department Lead, Wire Shop

FORT WAYNE METALS in; Columbia City (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

401k matching

Annual profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Fort Wayne Metals is seeking a Department Shift Lead for the 2nd shift in the Columbia City area to ensure on-time delivery and quality. You will lead, train, and coordinate a production team in the wire shop, while working closely with the Department Team Lead on scheduling, safety, and process improvements.

The role emphasizes teamwork, effective communication, and hands-on supervision to drive performance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• Manufacturing or production experience is a plus.
• Ability to communicate responsibilities and priorities clearly.

Responsibilities

• Help create and maintain an effective team environment.
• Communicate responsibilities and priorities to employees to maintain efficiency.
• Meet daily operation needs by coordinating workforce, materials, and machinery.
• Monitor training to ensure employees are competent in their jobs.
• Record production data accurately.
• Troubleshoot rejected material and communicate solutions to relevant personnel.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Math reading writing

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Hand dexterity

Safe work practices

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Fort Wayne Metals is seeking a Department Shift Lead for the 2nd shift in the Columbia City area to ensure on-time delivery and quality. You will lead, train, and coordinate a production team in the wire shop, while working closely with the Department Team Lead on scheduling, safety, and process improvements.

The role emphasizes teamwork, effective communication, and hands-on supervision to drive performance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.