Lean Manufacturing Team Lead: Safety, Process & Mentorship

NextGenEnergyJobs; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

NextGenEnergyJobs is seeking a manufacturing technician to support on-the-floor activities, ensure safety and quality compliance, and assist with process flow and material movements between plants. The role includes training teammates, conducting cycle counts, and driving standardized work practices.

The ideal candidate communicates well, is a self-starter, and can lift up to 45 pounds while standing for long shifts. Experience with lean methods and Yamazumi is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; AA degree preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills to communicate cross-functionally.
• Demonstrated leadership skills to motivate and lead teams.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Highly motivated self-starter and team player.
• Must demonstrate safe work practices and attention to detail.
• Familiar with lean manufacturing terminology principles.
• Experience creating standardized work.
• Experience creating Yamazumi and production line set up.
• Experience completing process technician responsibilities preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds.
• Flexible to work fluctuating schedules if needed.
• Stand/walk for up to 10-12 hours per shift.
• Navigate the facility throughout the day.
• Occasionally lift/carry up to 25–50 lbs.
• Operate machinery controls and computers throughout the shift.
• Visual acuity for inspection and reading materials.
• Hearing to detect alarms and communicate with staff.
• Demonstrates competency in written and verbal English communications.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintaining on-the-floor manufacturing activities in a safe manner per EHS policies.
• Ensure all quality requirements are met and team adheres daily.
• Answer technical & welding questions and assist in maintaining process flow.
• Handle Oracle transactions and IOTs for material movement between plants and processes.
• Provide updates on unit findings with engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Conduct cycle counts and manage inventory.
• Create, document, and sustain standardized work practices.
• Train and mentor technical team members using hands-on approach.
• Report attendance, quality, or performance issues to the Manufacturing Supervisor.
• Run assembly team from a process standpoint and communicate issues to supervisor/manager.
• Identify non-value added waste and propose cost-effective eliminations.
• Assist in Yamazumi creation and production line setup.
• Responsible for rework components for Unishell and Hotbox production.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

MS Office

Self-starter

Attention to detail

Lean manufacturing

Standardized work

Yamazumi

Production line setup

Process technician

Heavy lifting

Flexible schedules

Extended standing

Lifting 25-50 lbs

Machinery controls

SOP reading

English communication

Education

High school diploma

AA degree preferred

Job description

NextGenEnergyJobs is seeking a manufacturing technician to support on-the-floor activities, ensure safety and quality compliance, and assist with process flow and material movements between plants. The role includes training teammates, conducting cycle counts, and driving standardized work practices.

The ideal candidate communicates well, is a self-starter, and can lift up to 45 pounds while standing for long shifts. Experience with lean methods and Yamazumi is a plus.