Assembly Team Leader

Columbus McKinnon Corporation; Town of Hartland (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Climate controlled facility

Free coffee daily

11 paid holidays

Vacation and sick time

401(k)

Paid parental leave

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Columbus McKinnon Corporation seeks a lead in the Stands & Drives department to improve accuracy, 5S standards, and workload prioritization. You will train new hires, collaborate with supervisors, and drive on-time delivery in a safety-conscious environment.

Work with engineering to set daily/weekly 5S schedules, identify improvements, and maintain clear team communication while ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

Qualifications

• Ability to read blueprints.
• Mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem solving.
• Strong communication and teamwork; ability to train others.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise conveyors in the Stands & Drives line.
• Rotate tasks and participate in daily Gemba discussions.
• Coordinate with Supervisors/Production Manager to meet on-time delivery.
• Train new employees in the Stands and Drives department.

Skills

Read blueprints

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Flexibility

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Join a team that values balance, open communication, and your future!

Dorner Manufacturing, a Columbus McKinnon Organization, is growing, and we’re looking for people who want more than just a job—they want a workplace where they can thrive. Enjoy a culture that prioritizes your work-life balance, leaders who communicate openly, and a company committed to continuous growth and innovation. Discover a career where you can make a difference and still make time for what matters most,

Job Summary/Overview

This role will act as a lead in the Stands & Drives department to improve accuracy, quality, prioritization of work, and 5S standards as require

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work alongside teammates to perform Conveyor assemblies in a product line.
• Maintain rotation of tasks within the department and participate in daily Gemba board discussions.
• Work alongside Supervisor and Production Manager and individual cells to meet on time delivery goals.
• Act as primary trainer for new employees within the Stands and Drives department.
• Identify areas for improvement and training needed for individuals within the Stands and Drives department.
• Work closely with engineering.
• Establish daily and weekly 5S schedule for all Stands and Drives team members to participate in as required.
• Work in a safe manner to keep you and your team incident free.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

• Ability to read blueprints.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• A team player with excellent communication skills.
• Ability to think abstractly to deal with ambiguous/undefined problems.
• Ability to be flexible and adjust priories to reflect changing needs or job demands.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Basic computer skills.

Required Qualifications

• Lead and/or supervisorial experience or the willingness to obtain via training or coursework.
• Ability to lift/lower/push/pull up to 40 lbs. safely.
• High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent) required.

Compensation

Additional $2.50/hour team lead premium.

• Climate controlled facility
• Free coffee daily
• 11 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick time
• 401(k)
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition assistance
• Disability insurance

Columbus McKinnon is a leading worldwide designer, manufacturer and marketer of intelligent motion solutions that move the world forward and improve lives by efficiently and ergonomically moving, lifting, positioning and securing materials. Key products include hoists, crane components, precision conveyor systems, rigging tools, light rail workstations and digital power and motion control systems. We are focused on commercial and industrial applications that require the safety and quality provided by our superior design and engineering know-how. Columbus McKinnon is a publicly traded company that has been in business for almost 150 years – proud of our heritage, where we come from, and where we’re going. As Columbus McKinnon grows globally, so does our need for driven and inspired employees. Join our winning team!

Columbus McKinnon Corporation promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes. We also value the safety of all associates and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.

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