Extrusion Team Lead | 2nd Shift

Bonnell; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Bonnell in the United States is seeking an Extrusion Team Lead to guide the extrusion line, ensure safe, efficient operation, and support cross-functional coordination across departments.

You will lead the shift, provide technical and operational guidance, manage scheduling with the Shift Facilitator, and promote 5S, quality, and on-time production.

This role offers competitive start pay based on experience and includes a shift premium, with overtime opportunities on Fridays and Saturdays.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Manufacturing or Aluminum Extrusion experience preferred.
• Leadership, training, or team lead experience preferred.
• Ability to pass a skills-based assessment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to motivate, coach, and hold team members accountable.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, safety rules, and procedures.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Must pass background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate effective leadership qualities and lead by example.
• Provide production leadership while promoting safety, quality, productivity, and 5S standards.
• Provide technical and operational support to the production team.
• Ensure crew members have the equipment, materials, and supplies needed to complete their work.
• Coordinate with the Shift Facilitator to address scheduling and staffing concerns, including vacation, sick leave, and FMLA-related absences.
• Communicate effectively with other departments to support production flow and departmental performance.
• Coordinate and combine special bakes as needed.
• Monitor and coordinate rack and spacer bar supply usage.
• Lead toolbox talks at the beginning of the shift.
• Develop and maintain working knowledge of all jobs within the department.
• Support a safe, organized, and productive work environment.
• Perform additional department-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Team motivation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Quality gauges

Banding equipment

Air nail gun

Radial arm saw

Job description

Department: Extrusion
Reports To: Shift Facilitator

Shift Schedule:
2nd Shift – Monday through Friday
3 :00 PM – 11:00 PM (4-day workweek, 40+ hours)
Friday and Saturday overtime as needed 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Starting Pay:
Competitive based on experience (includes shift premium)

Position Overview

The Extrusion Team Lead is an essential member of the manufacturing team. This position provides leadership and production support within the Extrusion Department while helping ensure the safe, efficient, and consistent flow of extrusions to other departments.

The Team Lead is expected to set a positive example, support the production crew, and promote high standards in safety, quality, productivity, communication, and 5S practices.

What You Will Do

• Demonstrate effective leadership qualities and lead by example.
• Provide production leadership while promoting safety, quality, productivity, and 5S standards.
• Provide technical and operational support to the production team.
• Ensure crew members have the equipment, materials, and supplies needed to complete their work.
• Coordinate with the Shift Facilitator to address scheduling and staffing concerns, including vacation, sick leave, and FMLA-related absences.
• Communicate effectively with other departments to support production flow and departmental performance.
• Coordinate and combine special bakes as needed.
• Monitor and coordinate rack and spacer bar supply usage.
• Lead toolbox talks at the beginning of the shift.
• Develop and maintain working knowledge of all jobs within the department.
• Support a safe, organized, and productive work environment.
• Perform additional department-related duties as assigned.

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Must be able to read and understand shop orders.
• Must be able to read and interpret a tape measure.
• Must understand decimals, fractions, and tolerances.
• Must possess basic math skills.
• Must be able to use various quality gauges.
• Must be able to safely operate banding equipment, an air nail gun, and a radial arm wood saw.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Must have effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Must demonstrate dependable attendance and must not have an active written warning for attendance.
• Must be willing and able to qualify for EO1 and EO2 positions.

What You Need

• High School Diploma or GED
• Previous manufacturing or Aluminum Extrusion experience preferred
• Prior leadership, training, or team lead experience preferred
• Ability to pass a skills-based assessment
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to motivate, coach, and hold team members accountable
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, safety rules, and procedures
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Must pass background check and drug screen

Why Join Us

We are committed to our core values:
Safety | Integrity | Respect | Communication | Trust | Diversity | Accountability | Celebration

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay with advancement opportunities
• Paid vacation
• Medical, dental, and life insurance
• 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement
• A team-oriented, people-first culture
• Monthly Bonus