Machining Cell Team Leader

Torrey Holistics; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock awards

401(k) match

Health coverage

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Amsted Rail Petersburg seeks a Machining Cell Team Leader to direct a high-output machining area on the night shift. You will lead production, coordinate with maintenance and engineering, and drive safety, quality, and efficiency across the cell.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to manage changeovers and data entry for production runs. A pre-employment screen and ability to stand for long periods are required.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience preferred for frontline industrial teams.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude essential for operating and maintaining equipment.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull 10–50 lbs and wear PPE as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead nightly production and set pace for the machining cell.
• Coordinate with maintenance, engineering, and supervision to meet schedule and safety goals.
• Drive safety programs, conduct daily safety talks, and model safe work practices.
• Inspect output, address defects, and implement corrective actions promptly.
• Assist with changeovers, toolings, and adjustments across production lines.

Skills

Leadership

Safety leadership

Mechanical aptitude

Team coaching

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Machine control units

Job description

Role Snapshot

As the Machining Cell Team Leader at Amsted Rail Petersburg, you are the first-line leader for a high-output machining area. You set the pace, direct nightly production, and partner with supervisors, maintenance, and engineering to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality results.

A night in this role (Mon–Thu, 7:00 p.m.–5:00 a.m.)

You open the shift with a focused safety huddle, verify materials, and align your team on priorities. Throughout the night you coordinate changeovers, keep a pulse on quality, and remove roadblocks so operators can perform. Before the sun rises, you’ve logged accurate production data, addressed equipment concerns, and ensured the next shift is set up for success.

What you’ll do

• Champion plant safety, ergonomics, and environmental practices defined by Amsted Rail’s Health & Safety program; act as the on-shift safety lead.
• Host daily safety talks for your department.
• Maintain cross-functional know-how across all jobs in your area.
• Coordinate materials, tooling, and resources with maintenance, engineering, and leadership to meet schedule commitments.
• Coach the team using clear goals, recognition, and corrective feedback to drive shared outcomes.
• Support training, mentoring, and work audits to reinforce safety and quality standards.
• Inspect output, contain defects, and drive timely corrective action.
• Assist with changeovers, attachments, and adjustments across production lines or cells.
• Use hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Enter precise production run data into company systems.
• Interpret operation sequences, specifications, and finished part dimensions.

Department-specific focus

• Select and load programs in machine control units to initiate operations.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Troubleshoot part compliance concerns and equipment issues.

What you’ll bring

• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check
• Ability to lift, push, and pull 10 to 50 lbs.
• Ability to wear employer-provided PPE.
• Comfort regularly standing and moving throughout the department for the full shift.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude; prior industrial and front-line leadership experience preferred.

Rewards and growth

• Employee ownership: Annual stock awards equal to 10% of compensation.
• 401(k) match: Up to 4% dollar-for-dollar.
• Health coverage: Medical, dental, vision; HSA with company contributions; life and disability; pet insurance after 30 days.
• Pay: Competitive hourly rate based on experience, plus potential annual bonus.
• Career development: On-the-job training, pay-for-skill progression, and advancement opportunities.
• Time off & schedule: PTO starting at 3 weeks, 11 paid holidays, and a Monday–Thursday nights schedule (7:00 p.m.–5:00 a.m.).
• Extras: Tuition reimbursement, referral bonuses, and employee discounts including gym reimbursement.

Amsted Rail’s commitment to Affrmedative Action:

Amsted Rail is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. To review our EEO Policies or to request assistance please go to www.amstedrail.com/careers/ and select EEO Compliance/Statements. To learn more about us, please visit us online at www.amstedrail.com.