Manufacturing Team Lead - 2nd Shift

Adecco; Cranston (RI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401K plan

Paid leave

Job summary

Adecco Staffing is partnering with a local manufacturer in Cranston, RI to hire a dependable 2nd Shift Team Lead to oversee daily production activities in a fast-paced machining environment.

The role supports machine operators, drives production goals, maintains quality, and promotes a safe, efficient workplace. Leadership and strong machining experience are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of machining or CNC manufacturing experience preferred.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, and technical drawings.
• Strong understanding of machining processes, tooling, and quality inspection methods.
• Experience with CNC mills, lathes, or Swiss machines preferred.
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing, 5S, or continuous improvement practices is a plus.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support 2nd shift machining personnel in daily production activities.
• Monitor workflow to ensure production schedules and deadlines are achieved.
• Assign work, prioritize jobs, and coordinate shift activities with production management.
• Set up and oversee CNC machines, machining centers, and related equipment as needed.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and production issues to minimize downtime.
• Ensure all products meet company quality standards and customer specifications.
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Train and mentor machine operators on equipment, safety procedures, and best practices.
• Maintain accurate production, scrap, and downtime records.
• Enforce company safety policies and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Coordinate with maintenance, engineering, and quality departments to resolve operational issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives including Lean manufacturing and 5S practices.

Skills

Leadership

Machining experience

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CNC machines

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Adecco staffing is partnering with a local manufacturer in Cranston, RI seeking a dependable and motivated 2nd Shift Team Lead to oversee daily production activities within a fast-paced machining environment. This role is responsible for supporting machine operators, ensuring production goals are met, maintaining quality standards, and promoting a safe and efficient workplace. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, machining experience, and the ability to troubleshoot production issues while driving continuous improvement.

This is a 2nd shift role 3PM-11:30PM Monday - Friday with a starting pay rate of $25 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support 2nd shift machining personnel in daily production activities.
• Monitor workflow to ensure production schedules and deadlines are achieved.
• Assign work, prioritize jobs, and coordinate shift activities with production management.
• Set up and oversee CNC machines, machining centers, and related equipment as needed.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and production issues to minimize downtime.
• Ensure all products meet company quality standards and customer specifications.
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Train and mentor machine operators on equipment, safety procedures, and best practices.
• Maintain accurate production, scrap, and downtime records.
• Enforce company safety policies and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Coordinate with maintenance, engineering, and quality departments to resolve operational issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives including Lean manufacturing and 5S practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of machining or CNC manufacturing experience preferred.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, and technical drawings.
• Strong understanding of machining processes, tooling, and quality inspection methods.
• Experience with CNC mills, lathes, or Swiss machines preferred.
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing, 5S, or continuous improvement practices is a plus.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.

Pay Details: $25.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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