Early-Shift Manufacturing Team Lead

G&W Electric Co; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

401(k) style retirement plan

Job summary

G&W Electric Co is seeking a Team Leader I for the 5:00am–1:30pm shift to support production leads and cross‑functional teams in delivering products on time. The role emphasizes training, process improvement, inventory control, and effective communication across levels.

JD Edwards and ERP/MRP familiarity are valued, along with strong English communication and basic computer skills. Qualified candidates will have manufacturing experience, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to read

Qualifications

• Self-starter with high motivation and minimal supervision.
• Manufacturing experience required.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal and problem‑solving skills.
• Knowledge and experience in ERP or MRP systems.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good organization and follow-up skills.
• Experience using small hand and power tools.
• Basic to intermediate computer skills.
• Holds a High School diploma or GED (or equivalent).
• Must understand and follow verbal and written English instructions.
• Able to read and interpret drawings & BOMs and work instructions.
• Experience with the JD Edwards system.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading employees within a manufacturing area.
• Assist in training and development of team members.
• Coordinate with operations and cross-functional teams to resolve challenges.
• Manage MRO inventories and shop supplies to limit disruptions.
• Support improvements to standard production processes.
• Evaluate demand and coordinate part delivery.
• Help close NCRs and initiate corrective actions.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and work with warehouse/purchasing.
• Identify root causes for work orders/inventory issues and implement actions.
• Assist material handlers with daily tasks.
• Perform other projects and duties and communicate effectively at all levels.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Team leadership

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

English communication

Basic computer skills

Reading drawings & BOM

ERP/MRP knowledge

Self-starter attitude

JD Edwards experience

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

JD Edwards

Job description

G&W Electric Co is seeking a Team Leader I for the 5:00am–1:30pm shift to support production leads and cross‑functional teams in delivering products on time. The role emphasizes training, process improvement, inventory control, and effective communication across levels.

JD Edwards and ERP/MRP familiarity are valued, along with strong English communication and basic computer skills. Qualified candidates will have manufacturing experience, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to read