Cold Forming Team Leader 1ST Shift

Rightway Fasteners, Inc.; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off and Holidays

On the Job Training

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Rightway Fasteners, Inc. in Columbus, Indiana seeks a Team Leader (CF, TR) to coordinate manufacturing activities and mentor team members. You will ensure machine operation aligns with procedures, schedule production and maintain quality.

The role requires hands-on leadership, ability to read kanbans, and 25–50 lb lifting with safety compliance. Training and advancement opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Must read and understand kanbans.
• Able to lift between 25 and 50 lbs.
• Able to stand for 8–10 hours.
• Be safety conscious; follow procedures.
• Good verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist and lead team members.
• Perform line start up.
• Make and keep daily schedule.
• Do quality checks.
• Minor troubleshooting for machines and equipment.
• Consult regularly with Group Leader.
• Back up for absences; relieve others for breaks and lunches.
• Record keeping of parts and info.
• Operate fork truck if licensed.
• Wear PPE and follow safety procedures.
• Participate in 5S and continuous improvement.

Skills

Kanban literacy

Lifting 25-50 lbs

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Stand long hours

Bending and squatting

Production knowledge

Safety reporting

Some computer experience

Education

High School Diploma preferred

Job description

Description

Rightway Fasteners, Inc. (RFI) is a successful, growing company that has been making automotive parts in Columbus Indiana for over 25 years. We specialize in manufacturing high tension bolts and other cold formed parts. Learn more at www.rfiusa.com.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, Rx, and vision insurance
• Wellness program
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Other Supplemental Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Holidays, Personal Days, and Vacation Days
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On the Job Training

Benefits

• Medical, dental, Rx, and vision insurance
• Telemedicine available 24/7, 365 days/year
• Wellness program
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Other Supplemental Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Holidays, Personal Days, and Vacation Days
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On the Job Training

Job Title

Team Leader (CF, TR)

Department

CF & TR

Reports to

Group Leaders

Status

Hourly/Non-Exempt

Job Summary And Primary Objectives

Assist the supervisor in coordinating the activities of team members in the manufacturing process. Utilize experience and knowledge of equipment, procedures and product specifications. Perform work of team members. Train new employees and ensure quality of products.

Tasks And Responsibilities

• Assist and lead team members
• Perform line start up
• Make and keep daily schedule
• Do quality checks
• Minor troubleshooting for machines and equipment
• Consult regularly with Group Leader
• Back up for absences; relieve others for breaks and lunches
• Record keeping of parts and info
• Operate fork truck if licensed
• Wear all appropriate PPE and follow all safety procedures
• Participate in 5S and continuous improvement activities
• Set up Coordination Sheets for Production
• Pre-staging for production sheets for each machine
• Hourly visual production boards review each 2-4 hours daily
• Pre-setting up tools & dies for each machine
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Skills and Abilities:

• Able to read and understand kanbans
• Able to lift between 25 and 50 lbs
• Be safety conscious
• Good communication skills (verbal & oral)
• Able to stand for 8 to 10 hours
• Bending and squatting required
• Understanding of production processes.
• Know Safety/Accident reporting procedures.
• Some computer experience

Education And Experience

• High School Diploma preferred
• 2+ years of manufacturing experience
• Must be able to read and write English