Compressor Shift Lead — Drive Safety, Quality & Productivity

Staffmark Group; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Weekly Pay

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance and Disability

401(k) Plan

Leadership Development

Job summary

Wabtec in Kansas City, MO seeks a Compressor Lead Technician to lead daily production and mentor a shift. This hands-on role combines production responsibilities with team leadership, helping drive safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and employee development.

You will coordinate workflow, train staff, and ensure adherence to 5S and continuous improvement initiatives. The role requires 2–3 years of production experience, strong communication in English, and a commitment to safety and

Qualifications

• 2-3 years manufacturing or production experience.
• Proven leadership ability and experience influencing team performance.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, procedures, and specifications.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and employee engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support daily production activities within the assigned manufacturing area.
• Communicate production goals, priorities, staffing assignments, and expectations.
• Coordinate workflow to support production schedules and customer commitments.
• Facilitate shift startup meetings and participate in GEMBA and production discussions.
• Monitor line performance and address barriers affecting safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.
• Support employee onboarding, training, mentoring, and cross-training efforts.
• Promote a positive, accountable, and team-oriented work environment.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies, PPE requirements, and quality standards.
• Identify and elevate safety concerns, quality issues, and operational challenges.
• Champion 5S, continuous improvement, and workplace organization initiatives.
• Support staffing coverage and production continuity during operational disruptions.
• Serve as a communication link between production employees and leadership.

Skills

Leadership

English

Problem solving

Team coordination

Lean manufacturing

5S

Mechanical aptitude

MS Office

Bilingual EN/ES

Education

HS diploma or GED

Associate degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Wabtec in Kansas City, MO seeks a Compressor Lead Technician to lead daily production and mentor a shift. This hands-on role combines production responsibilities with team leadership, helping drive safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and employee development.

You will coordinate workflow, train staff, and ensure adherence to 5S and continuous improvement initiatives. The role requires 2–3 years of production experience, strong communication in English, and a commitment to safety and