Manufacturing Operations Team Leader

Torrey Holistics; McConnellsburg (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Torrey Holistics is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Operations Team Leader to oversee third-shift production, guiding 1–2 areas to meet plan while ensuring quality, safety, and housekeeping. You will coach teams, troubleshoot issues, and deliver performance feedback within a People First culture.

The role emphasizes 5S, continuous improvement, and active involvement in maintenance, CI, and value stream projects. Effective communication and problem-solving skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus 3+ years in manufacturing or equivalent experience.
• Strong desire to learn.
• Project planning and organization skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Navigate 1–2 production areas to safely hit plan while upholding quality and safety goals.
• Coach production teams in union and/or non-union settings; troubleshoot process, equipment, and materials issues.
• Provide ongoing feedback and formal performance appraisals to build high-performing teams grounded in a People First Culture.
• Teach and enforce quality, safety, and 5S; propose floor improvements when opportunities appear.
• Support maintenance, CI, and value stream projects to keep schedules on track.
• Lead root-cause analysis; engage resources to resolve problems quickly and implement durable fixes.
• Document and respond to product/process nonconformances.
• Establish and sustain 5S so essential tools and materials are always within reach.
• Own changes to machines, processes, materials, and assembly; run Kaizen events to drive improvement.
• Create and update value stream maps and standard work.
• Keep records and documentation accurate and compliant with policies and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

People Management

Continuous Improvement

Problem Solving

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Team Collaboration

Safety & Quality Adherence

Education

High school diploma or GED + 3+ years manufacturing experience

Job description

Manufacturing Operations Team LeaderHours: Third shift, 11:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.What you’ll doGuide 1–2 production areas to safely hit plan while upholding quality, housekeeping, and safety goals.Coach production teams in union and/or non-union settings; jump in to troubleshoot process, equipment, and materials issues.Deliver ongoing feedback and formal performance appraisals to build high-performing teams grounded in a People First Culture.Teach and enforce quality, safety, and 5S; recommend floor improvements as opportunities appear.Support maintenance, CI, and value stream projects to keep schedules on track.Lead root-cause analysis; engage resources to resolve problems quickly and implement durable fixes.Document and respond to product/process nonconformances.Establish and sustain 5S so essential tools and materials are always within reach.Own changes to machines, processes, materials, and assembly; run Kaizen events to drive step-change improvement.Create and update value stream maps and standard work.Keep records and documentation accurate and compliant with policies and procedures.Must-havesHigh school diploma or GED plus 3+ years in manufacturing; or equivalent education/experience combination.Strong desire to learn.Nice-to-havesProject planning and organization skills.Strong verbal and written communication.How you’ll succeedCollaborate internally: Exchange information across teams—even sensitive/confidential items—and gather facts to move work forward.Engage externally (limited): Collect information, answer questions, and request assistance when needed.Communicate with range: Read/interpret safety rules, technical and maintenance procedures, business manuals, and regulations; write reports and correspondence; present to groups with confidence.Decide with judgment: Make responsible decisions using available data, alternatives, and precedents.Navigate structure: Operate within established policies and procedures while choosing the best course of action.Lead people: Recommend hiring, termination, and pay changes; schedule, supervise, and evaluate employees in similar roles.Work environment and schedulePhysical activity (frequent): Standing; walking/running; sitting; reaching; hearing; talking; visual tasks; typing.Physical activity (occasional): Driving; fine and manual dexterity; upper extremity repetitive motion.Physical activity (seldom): Lift/carry 25 lbs.; push/pull 25 lbs.Mental demands (frequent): Analysis/reasoning; communication/interpretation; math/mental computation; reading; sustained mental activity (auditing, problem solving, composing reports); writing.Environmental: Frequent solo work, frequent task changes, and detailed/precise tasks; occasional high-volume public interaction.Schedule: Routine shift hours; overtime/weekend/rotation is infrequent.Deadlines: Occasional stress from cyclical workloads or deadlines; at times, possible exposure to distressed individuals in the immediate area.Core proficienciesLeadership / People ManagementContinuous Improvement