CNC Machinist Team Lead

TECOMET; Haslett (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TECOMET seeks a Production Team Lead to coordinate daily manufacturing operations, provide work direction, and solve problems to meet business goals under company policies. The role emphasizes Lean improvement, resource management, and cross-training to develop the team.

Candidates should have 1–3 years manufacturing experience, familiarity with ERP systems, and strong problem-solving and communication skills in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required; a two-year degree is preferred.
• Experience operating computers with Windows Word, Excel and Outlook.
• 1–3 years manufacturing experience preferred; ERP knowledge beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day production activities within the assigned area to meet commitments while improvements are being made.
• Drive waste reduction through Lean deployment and identify continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage resources of the assigned areas of the value stream and monitor performance metrics.
• Assist Group Lead in development and communication of team adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Ensure cross training of employees and update skills matrix.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Skills

Lean methodology

Continuous improvement

Team leadership

Problem solving

Customer service

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two-year degree preferred

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Outlook

MRP/ERP knowledge

Job description

Position Summary

The Production Team Lead will coordinate and facilitate the daily operations of the assigned area(s) of responsibility to provide adequate resources, on-going work direction, and problem solving to ensure business goals are met under the guidelines of the company policies and procedures.

Principle Responsibilities

• Be a change agent and drive out waste throughout the manufacturing operation through the deployment of the Lean methodology. Responsible for identification of continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead the day-to-day production activities within the assigned area to ensure that current commitments are achieved while improvements are being made.
• Manage resources of the assigned areas of the value stream
• Assist Group Lead in development and communication of assigned team’s adherence to company policies and procedure.
• Ensure cross training of employees is conducted for development and skills matrix is updated
• Performs other related duties as needed.

Qualification Requirements

Credentials/Experience:

• High school diploma or G.E.D.; Two-year degree preferred.
• Experience at operating computers with familiarity with Windows Word and Excel, and Outlook

Experience/Educational/Training Preferred:

• 1-3 years manufacturing experience preferred
• MRP/ERP knowledge preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• The ability to develop, implement and assess performance metrics
• Advanced knowledge in common office applications and word processing software
• Basic knowledge of company policies and procedures
• Understanding of safety practices
• Friendly, outgoing personality
• Strong customer service skills

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee could be required to stand. The employee could frequently be required to walk; use hand to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee could be required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee could occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by the job could include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Travel Requirements

N/A

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.