Group Leader I

Lennox-International; Tallassee (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Short-term disability insurance

Paid birthing leave

Paid bonding leave

Job summary

Lennox AES in Tallassee, AL is seeking a Group Leader for the Drop Box department to supervise production workers, drive safety, and hit targets. You will coordinate daily schedules, coach the team, and act as a liaison with management to resolve issues.

The role requires strong leadership, 5 years of manufacturing experience, and solid communication skills. This is an hourly non-exempt position with overtime opportunities and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of related manufacturing experience.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Strong leadership and team supervision.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Familiarity with Outlook and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate a team of production workers to meet targets.
• Enforce safety protocols and promote a safe working environment.
• Plan daily production schedules and manage workflow for efficiency.
• Communicate goals, progress, and issues to team and management.
• Track KPIs and drive continuous improvement.

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Job description

Who We Are

Lennox (NYSE: LII) Driven by 130 years of legacy, HVAC and refrigeration success, Lennox provides our residential and commercial customers with industry-leading climate-control solutions. At Lennox, we win as a team, aiming for excellence and delivering innovative, sustainable products and services. Our culture guides us and creates a workplace where all employees feel heard and welcomed. Lennox is a global community that values each team member’s contributions and offers a supportive environment for career development. Come, stay, and grow with us.

AES a division of Lennox, was established in 1988 and is one of the largest manufacturers of roof curbs and drop box diffuser systems in the nation. We have recently expanded our capabilities as a single source supplier by adding a Mechanical Services Division as well as becoming a Misc. Steel manufacturer. These new services will reduce construction costs and eliminate coordination with multiple suppliers and subcontractors. Our focus will be to enhance the services provided to our General Contractor network nationwide. AES has 4 different fabrication facility locations nationwide to assist our customers and reduce their freight cost and shipment lead time.

What Drives Success

A Group Leader in the Drop Box department for Lennox AES at our Tallassee, AL location is a frontline leader responsible for leading and coordinating a team of production workers. They play a key role in achieving production targets, maintaining quality standards, and promoting a culture of safety and efficiency within the team and facility.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Help enforce safety protocols and guidelines to create a safe working environment.
• Conduct regular safety meetings and ensure the use of proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Provide training to team members on production processes, quality standards, and safety protocols.
• Operate assigned machinery in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.
• Supervise, coach, and lead a team of production workers.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment to maximize team performance.
• Assist with planning and coordinating daily production schedules to meet output targets.
• Monitor and adjust workflow to ensure optimal efficiency and productivity.
• Communicate production goals, targets, and expectations to the team.
• Address and resolve production-related issues promptly.
• Act as a liaison between production workers and higher management, conveying feedback and concerns.
• Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess team and individual performance.

What We Are Looking For

Qualifications:

• 5 years of related manufacturing experience.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Monitors, guides, and works with team to meet production targets.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Able to work with a positive attitude and work well with others.
• Has exceptional communication skills.
• Demonstrates safety awareness for a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of production processes, resource allocation, leadership technique, quality control and improvement, and safety standards.
• Has basic understanding of computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Outlook and Excel.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed to meet project deadlines or business demands.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• No active written or final discipline on file
• Good standing in attendance
• Proven experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• Leadership experience

What We Offer

Compensation:This is an hourly non-exempt role. The starting pay range for this role and market is between $26.00/hour. Factors that may affect starting pay include geography/market, and the skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Employees in this role are also eligible to earn overtime when they work more than 40 hours in a week (or as otherwise required by state law).

Benefits:

• tuition reimbursement
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• prescription drug coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• short-term disability insurance
• 8 weeks paid birthing leave
• 2 weeks paid bonding leave
• life and long-term disability insurance

Depending on date of hire, and subject to applicable eligibility requirements, new employees in this role also receive up to:

• 10 days paid time off
• 10 paid holidays
• 3 floating holidays per year

Our Culture:At Lennox, our Core Values of Integrity, Respect & Excellence are ingrained in the fabric of the organization. They define our culture – which is about how we do business and how we treat others. Lennox is not just a workplace; we are a global community that values each team member’s contributions. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to recruit, develop, and retain talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to succeed and contribute to our continued growth and success. At Lennox, you’ll take pride in our brands, knowing you are part of something special. Come, stay, and grow with us!

Disclaimers:Thecompensationandbenefitsinformationisaccurateasofthedateofthis posting. Lennox reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

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