Lead 2

Dorman Products; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

401k with company match

Stock Purchase Plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Dorman Products seeks a Lead 2 to oversee a production area, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality operations while guiding a collaborative team.

The role emphasizes coaching, quality checks, data tracking, and ongoing process improvements in a fast-paced environment; overtime may be required. Competitive benefits include medical, PTO, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 months manufacturing/production leadership experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Overtime willingness.
• Strong PPE safety compliance.
• Understanding of business operations alignment with goals.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities with minimal supervision.
• Strong time management and planning.
• Experience with process improvement projects.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coach production personnel to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, safety and housekeeping standards.
• Maintain records and documentation for processes and activities.
• Track production metrics and ensure targets are met.
• Conduct first-piece quality checks and train staff on quality standards.
• Coordinate job staging and minimize downtime.
• Identify productivity improvements and implement practical solutions.
• Operate motorized equipment safely when required.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Demonstrate punctuality and attendance.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Safety awareness

Time management

Problem solving

Communication

Independent work

Multi-tasking

Adaptability

Analytical thinking

Process improvement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

QAD

Microsoft Office

Forklift operation

Job description

Dorman was founded on the belief that people should have greater freedom to fix motor vehicles. For over 100 years, we have been driving new solutions, releasing tens of thousands of aftermarket replacement products engineered to save time and money, and increase convenience and reliability. Founded and headquartered in the United States, we are a pioneering global organization offering an always-evolving catalog of automotive, heavy-duty and specialty vehicle products. Today, we have more than 3,800 employees across 29 different locations, with a family of brands that also includes SuperATV and Dayton Parts. Publicly traded under the stock ticker DORM, reaching a revenue of $2.13 billion in 2025.

Everyone who works at Dorman is called a Contributor. We need everyone, regardless of role and experience, to contribute to our success. That means everyone has a unique ability to make an impact on the business. We encourage all our Contributors to bring their authentic selves to work. The freedom to pursue new ideas, offer different perspectives, and grow in your career is fundamental to working at Dorman.

Job Summary

Join our team as a Lead 2, a pivotal working leader role focused on ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality operation within your assigned production area. This role demands proactive oversight of daily activities to maintain production standards while fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.

Primary Duties

• Supervise and coach all production personnel within the designated area, closely observing daily performance and providing timely feedback and evaluations to support continuous improvement.
• Ensure strict adherence to company policies and procedures in all activities, including picking, packing, material handling, auditing, safety protocols, and housekeeping standards to maintain operational excellence.
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate records and documentation related to all processes and activities in the assigned area to facilitate transparent tracking and reporting.
• Track and analyze production metrics, ensuring that output quantity and quality consistently meet or exceed daily targets while implementing corrective measures as needed.
• Conduct first-piece quality checks on new jobs to prevent the production of defective items, providing hands-on training and guidance to team members on quality standards and defect prevention.
• Demonstrate proficiency in all operational positions within the area to effectively train and support new personnel, ensuring a versatile and skilled workforce.
• Coordinate job staging activities, ensuring that upcoming tasks are fully prepared and ready to begin on time, thereby minimizing downtime and optimizing workflow.
• Identify opportunities for productivity enhancement and efficiency improvements, proposing practical solutions to address challenges and streamline processes.
• Operate motorized industrial equipment safely and efficiently when required, adhering strictly to operational and safety guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment, promoting best practices in housekeeping and safety compliance across the team.
• Exhibit consistent punctuality and attendance to reliably support team and production schedules.
• Perform any additional duties as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and teamwork in supporting broader organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Strong numerical aptitude, with excellent math skills to support accurate tracking and reporting of production data.
• A proven record of safety compliance and outstanding performance, with no active disciplinary warnings.
• Physical capability to safely lift, pack, and stack items weighing up to 40 pounds following ergonomic best practices.
• Willingness and availability to work overtime as necessary to meet production demands.
• Strict adherence to safety standards, including the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and facilitating a safety-first culture within the team.
• General understanding of the business operations to align area performance with company goals.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with an ability to effectively lead and motivate team members toward shared objectives.
• Self-motivated with the capacity to work independently, follow written and verbal instructions meticulously, and manage leadership responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Strong skills in time management, strategic planning, and forward thinking to anticipate and address operational needs.
• Experience assisting in process improvement projects, contributing ideas and helping implement effective changes that enhance workflow and quality.
• Adaptable and receptive to change, with an emphasis on fostering a collaborative and positive team environment to support business goals.
• Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal, and electronic communication, able to clearly convey information and instructions to team members and management.
• Commitment to upholding and promoting company policies and procedures consistently throughout daily operations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities to effectively respond to operational challenges.
• Proficiency with enterprise resource planning software such as QAD, and Microsoft Office Suite to support data management and reporting tasks.
• Ability to multitask efficiently in a fast-paced production environment without compromising quality or safety.
• Experience operating forklift trucks and material handling equipment is highly desirable, enhancing flexibility and operational capability.
• Physical ability to lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds as needed to support production activities safely.
• Comfortable working in moderate noise environments with a range of physical activities including reaching, swiveling, and carrying items between locations.

Education / Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required to meet the educational foundation for this role.
• One to three months of related experience and/or training in a manufacturing or production environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, providing familiarity with production processes and team leadership.

The US base rate for this full-time position is 22.48. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will depend on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge and skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay equity. Compensation decisions are made based on the specific facts and circumstances of each role and candidate.

As a Dorman US contributor, you (and eligible dependents, as applicable) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid time off (sick/vacation), and Paid Parental Leave. U.S. employees are entitled to paid holidays, floating holidays, and paid time off starting in their first year of employment depending on hire date. You are also able to participate in our 401k retirement plan (with company match and profit-sharing) and Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Dorman Products is an equal opportunity employer; we value a combination of ideas, perspectives, and cultures at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V. www.DormanProducts.com

Nearest Major Market: St Louis

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