2nd Shift Production Team Lead

American Rheinmetall; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

American Rheinmetall is seeking a Production Team Leader in Michigan to oversee daily manufacturing operations, ensure safety, quality, and efficiency, and act as a liaison between the shop floor and management. You will guide a team, monitor performance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to procedures, and maintaining a productive, safe work environment in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support production team members by providing direction, training, and hands-on assistance as needed.
• Provide input on production schedules and labor requirements to ensure efficient completion of job assignments.
• Help establish and enforce standardized work procedures and best practices for quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Identify and recommend improvements in production methods, equipment performance, and product quality.
• Assist with planning, scheduling, and coordinating operations to meet production goals and customer demand.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

American Rheinmetall is a leader in the design, development, and production of advanced tracked and wheeled vehicles, vehicle systems, and critical components that support U.S. military modernization. Our expertise spans electronic and mechanical systems, fabricated structures, armored products, rubber solutions, and track systems, delivering reliable innovation to both defense and commercial markets. As part of the global Rheinmetall family, we combine proven heritage with forward-looking technology to provide solutions that defend and feed the world.

The Production Team Leader is responsible for overseeing daily operations within the production department, ensuring that work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with quality standards. This role coordinates workflow, assigns tasks, monitors performance, and provides guidance and support to production team members. The Production Team Leader serves as the primary point of contact between the production floor and management, helping to resolve issues, drive productivity, and promote a positive and collaborative work environment.

Essential Functions

• Lead and support production team members by providing direction, training, and hands-on assistance as needed.
• Provide input on production schedules and labor requirements to ensure efficient completion of job assignments.
• Help establish and enforce standardized work procedures and best practices for quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Identify and recommend improvements in production methods, equipment performance, and product quality.
• Serve as a go-to resource for resolving technical challenges on the shop floor.
• Ensure all customer shipments are packaged accurately and on time.
• Assist with planning, scheduling, and coordinating operations to meet production goals and customer demand.
• Work closely with the Production Supervisor to develop and maintain a skills matrix for the department.
• Monitor inventory and material need and manage ordering of all required packaging and supplies.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the department.
• Ensure organization and cleanliness on the Production floor and shared areas.
• Support a culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to ensure timely completion of production goals.
• Adherent to all safety policies, procedures, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Perform all job-related duties, including but not limited to the responsibilities outlined above, and any additional responsibilities as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (as demonstrated through experience, training and/or testing)

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Education

• High school diploma or GED.

Experience

• At least 3 year’s experience working within a manufacturing environment required.
• At least 1 year experience leading a team within a manufacturing environment required.

Background Prerequisites

Must undergo and meet company standards for background check, employment verification, reference checks and controlled substance testing.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

With or without reasonable accommodations, requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include:

• Occasionally lift and carry materials up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, kneel and bend for extended periods.
• Comfort with working in an industrial setting with exposure to noise, dust, and chemicals.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

American Rheinmetall provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or marital status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.