Machine operator Team Lead

alfalaval; Broken Arrow (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Dental and vision plans

401(k)

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Alfa Laval is seeking a Team Lead in Broken Arrow, OK to coordinate daily team activities and monitor performance. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvements. It is not a managerial position but a hands-on leadership role within a production cell.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, 1 year of relevant experience, training skills, and solid knowledge of SOPs. Forklift and crane experience are a plus, with an emphasis on waste elimination and process

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Experience in Alfa Laval production/manufacturing/distribution preferred.
• Training skills and ability to coach others.
• Good knowledge of SOPs and processes within the team.
• Basic math, tape measure and calipers reading ability.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support the daily work of the team/shift.
• Monitor processes and performance in the team/shift.
• Act as a link between the team, support functions and TM.
• Develop knowledge of key processes and tools within the cell.
• Close competence gaps by training/coaching and SOP audits.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Training

SOP knowledge

Forklift cert

Blueprint reading

Problem solving

Team management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact - on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we're pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping .

As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.

About the job

As a Team Lead, you will coordinate and support the daily work. Overview of the order/task situation, focusing on containment and corrective actions during order/task execution time frame . Team Leader is not a manager.

This position is in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma.

As a part of the team, you will:

• Coordinate and support the daily work of the team/shift
• Monitor processes and performance in the team/shift
• Be a link between the team, support functions and TM
• Develop and have good knowledge of the key processes and tools within the cell
• Close competence gaps by training/coaching and running SOP audit dialogues
• Control of quality, deviations and line stops together with TM
• Focus on waste elimination and improvements
• Drive meetings within cell (shift handover, cell meeting)
• Conduct daily work as a team member
• Make and follow up detailed plan for the cell
• When needed support team members with immediate problem solving

All employees are expected to prioritize safety, regardless of role . This includes strict adherence to company-wide safety policies and procedures, proactive promotion of safe practices, and addressing unsafe behaviors or conditions in a constructive and positive manner.

Employees expected to conduct themselves with professionalism, courtesy, and cooperation toward colleagues, customers, vendors, and visitors.

Full compliance with all Alfa Laval policies and procedures is required to maintain a respectful, safe, and productive work environment.

We care about diversity, inclusion and equity in our recruitment processes.

We care about diversity, inclusion and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioral traits can provide important insights into a candidate's fit to a role. To help us achieve this we apply Pymetrics assessments, and upon application you will be invited to play the assessment games.

What you know :

• High school diploma or GED preferred with relevant experience, and:
• 1 year of experience from Alfa Laval production/manufacturing/distribution
• Training skills.
• Office computer skills.
• Good knowledge of SOPs and processes within the team
• Basic math skills including the ability to read a tape measure and calipers required .
• Demonstrated ability to read blueprints required .
• Forklift operation certification preferred.
• Overhead crane experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Attributes Desired in Candidate

• Able to coordinate
• Have leadership ability
• Able to motivate people
• Have high integrity

Physical and Environmental Factors

• Regularly exert up to 50 lbs of force occasionally; 30 lbs of force frequently
• Stand or walk for 80% of the workdayRequired to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment.
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment: steel toe boots, safety glasses, and ear plugs
• Exposure to various weather conditions cold or hot, wet/humid conditions, and loud noise levels . No climate-controlled environment.
• Work near hazards: moving machinery, vehicles, electrical currents, and chemicals
• Encounter atmospheric conditions: fumes, dust, gases, odors, and poor ventilation
• Operate in confined spaces such as narrow aisles or passageway
• Communicate effectively through speech and hearing

What's in it for you?

We offer a challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value. Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval's future success. Our benefits-eligible associates enjoy healthcare, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, generous 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off benefits, and more. At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job, background, skills, and experience to get it right .

A t Alfa Laval, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. While we typically welcome applicants from all locations, currently, we are prioritizing candidates who reside in the US or have an established presence in the area.

Alfa Laval is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. Al