Hands-On Shift Lead, Manufacturing Operations

Wabtec; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec in Jackson, TN seeks a Shift Leader to oversee daily manufacturing activities, maintain safety, and ensure smooth handoffs when supervisors are absent. You will work closely with associates to meet production goals and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include updating Gemba Boards, reporting scrap, coordinating 5S efforts, and ensuring quality and safety procedures are followed. Candidates should have an associate degree or equivalent and strong teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Ability to lead a manufacturing shift while supervising in the supervisor's absence.
• Strong knowledge of safety procedures and compliance.
• Experience with manufacturing metrics and daily/weekly reporting.
• Clear communication and teamwork to support production goals.

Responsibilities

• Ensure work areas are safe and that associates remain safe.
• Understand and update Gemba Boards.
• Ensure scrap is reported properly daily.
• Requisition supplies and parts to maintain flow.
• Update paint usage logs daily where applicable.
• Inspect final assemblies before packaging and log data as per instructions.
• Assign team members to specific areas within the cell.
• Ensure work follows defined manufacturing/quality procedures.
• Submit production reports at shift end.
• Pick and scan work orders at shift end.
• Communicate and aid in resolving quality issues with Shift Supervisor.
• Monitor scrap and propose reductions.
• Train associates for all operations in the department.
• Communicate problems or improvements to PCS documents.
• Coordinate and ensure 5S efforts are performed.
• Report safety, quality, production, or personnel issues to Shift Coordinator.
• Attend meetings and review production schedule and Dispatch Report.
• Coordinate with alternate shift leaders on issues.
• Write maintenance requests to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Identify and disposition non-conforming material.
• Lead daily toolbox talks.

Skills

Safety leadership

Team coordination

5S

Process improvement

Documentation

Education

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school

Job description

Wabtec in Jackson, TN seeks a Shift Leader to oversee daily manufacturing activities, maintain safety, and ensure smooth handoffs when supervisors are absent. You will work closely with associates to meet production goals and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include updating Gemba Boards, reporting scrap, coordinating 5S efforts, and ensuring quality and safety procedures are followed. Candidates should have an associate degree or equivalent and strong teamwork skills.