Extrusion Team Lead - 12-Hour Shifts, Growth & Benefits

Novolex; Franklin Park (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Novolex in Franklin Park, IL seeks a Team Lead to oversee extrusion operations on a 7am-7pm schedule (2-2-3). Starting pay is $37.76 per hour, with focus on safety, GMP compliance and production efficiency.

You will lead a shift, manage tooling changes, ensure quality, and coach staff to meet productivity targets. Qualifications include a High School diploma, mechanical aptitude, and ability to work a 12-hour shift in a fast-paced environment; forklift certification may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal).
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and stand for a 12-hour shift.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Ensure GMP, safety and quality procedures are followed.
• Perform tooling changes on dies and restart extrusion equipment.
• Produce parts meeting quality specs at target rates.
• Lead and assign staff at start and during shifts.
• Monitor equipment controls and maintain production records.
• Provide performance feedback and coaching as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

High School or Equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Novolex in Franklin Park, IL seeks a Team Lead to oversee extrusion operations on a 7am-7pm schedule (2-2-3). Starting pay is $37.76 per hour, with focus on safety, GMP compliance and production efficiency.

You will lead a shift, manage tooling changes, ensure quality, and coach staff to meet productivity targets. Qualifications include a High School diploma, mechanical aptitude, and ability to work a 12-hour shift in a fast-paced environment; forklift certification may be required.