2nd Shift Team Lead - Die Cast

Strattec Security Corporation; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

STRATTEC Security Corporation in Milwaukee is seeking a 2nd shift Team Lead for die casting. The role focuses on directing team members, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery, and driving continuous improvement across production processes.

The ideal candidate leads by example, communicates clearly, and supports the supervisor with shift start-up, obstacle removal, and staffing planning. This position offers a premium over base rate and may require extended hours.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a manufacturing/production environment.
• Proven ability to lead teams, communicate objectives, and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead shift team to meet safety, quality, and productivity targets.
• Coordinate staffing, assignments and start-up activities.
• Review metrics and ensure 5S and standard work adherence.

Skills

Team Leadership

Problem Solving

Shift Planning

Quality Awareness

Job description

2nd Shift Team Lead - Die Cast

Job ID: 2026-8582

City: Milwaukee

Posted Date: 3 hours ago (9/22/2026 3:50 PM)

Shift: Second

STRATTEC Security Corporation is one of the world's largest suppliers providing access and security systems to the automotive market. This drives us to be an innovative company with the latest technology. STRATTEC creates exciting opportunities to people who like to work in an environment that challenges them to be creative, deal with multiple customers and projects, and research the latest technology. You will help STRATTEC to be a pioneer by working closely with the largest automotive customers in the world along with the largest electronic partners.

Let us know who you are! We want to know what motivates you and why you are the ideal candidate for our growing team. The ideal candidate will possess a team-oriented attitude.

If you are one who likes to be part of a team, has strong skillsets and likes to see your own ideas come to life, apply quickly!

Description of Job:

The Team Leader is a selected position and influential department leader who supports their Team Members and Supervisor. Additionally, the Team Leader will play a critical role in continuously improving performance in the areas of safety, quality, delivery, cost, and morale using continuous improvement problem solving tools.

The Team Leader position is responsible for helping improve team performance and not dedicated to a specific machine(s). The example of job duties listed below is intended to provide context for a new Team Leader position; it is not comprehensive and could vary from department to department:

• Pre-shift communication with shift leadership
• Gain an understanding of staffing.
• Gain an understanding of priority products.
• Populate assignment board (or assist leadership in doing so).
• Confirm Autonomous Maintenance Sheets are completed where applicable.
• Assist in shift start-up
• Assist in removing obstacles that prevent timely start-up (sufficient material available, setups complete).
• Review previous days' production metrics.
• Cover absenteeism as required - after reasonably exhausting other alternatives (i.e., call-ins/overtime).
• Throughout the shift
• Engage in communication with each operator in assigned area.
• Hour By Hour charts/production sheets review and sign-off. Check for accuracy.
• Visually check parts produced for conformance. Measure parts where applicable.
• Fill out production charts or boards that are required in their assigned area.
• Ensure standard work is being followed.
• Escalate issues to Supervisor when roadblocks, quality concerns, or material delivery issues are present.
• Lead problem solving initiatives as required.
• Ensure shadow boards are properly stocked/maintained and items are placed within defined footprints.
• Perform first piece approvals and/or setups where applicable.
• Verify that gauges have the proper calibration stickers.
• Assist operators in the event assistance is required or is beneficial to sustain flow.
• Ensure that a safe, clean, and organized work environment is maintained (Quality and Safety audits).
• Ensure raw material is available for the shift and staged properly.
• End of shift
• Communication with incoming Team Lead of assigned area.
• Gather data for scrap review and ensure scrap review documentation is properly completed.
• Complete production charts or boards that are to be maintained in the assigned area.
• Review orderliness of each operation area and sign off on 5S checklists.
• Set up next shift for success, i.e., order material, sequence orders, setups completed, etc.
• Operators in training
• Review training progress throughout the day.
• Ensure trainees feel welcome and comfortable.
• Review training guides.
• Ensure operators follow Standard Work

Qualifications

PAY RATE: Team Leads receive an additional $1.50 per hour premium above their regular hourly rate while serving in the Team Lead position.

HOURS: Monday-Thursday 3pm-1am (this position may require additional time before and after shift)

SELECTION PROCESS: Candidates will participate in a selection process that includes a record review of attendance/discipline, knowledge assessment/test and a panel interview. A study guide will be provided to all candidates in advance to assist with preparation for the assessment.

STRATTEC SECURITY CORPORATION is an equal opportunity employer and practices affirmative action to recruit, hire, train, upgrade, transfer and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.