Manufacturing Team Lead: Safety, 5S & Quality Champion

ITW; Troy (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ITW in Ohio seeks a Manufacturing Team Leader to coach and guide a production team, driving safety, 5S compliance, quality, and productivity initiatives while meeting daily production goals on the line.

This hands-on leadership role requires strong communication, teamwork, and the ability to collaborate with maintenance and supervision. You will monitor metrics, support kanban and downtime reduction, and ensure procedure adherence.

Qualifications

• Must lift 50 lbs continuously.
• Must be willing to be the point of contact for your area or shift.
• Must have strong relationships with production personnel.
• Excellent attendance.
• Must be willing to work overtime.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach manufacturing team to manage production processes.
• Operate assigned equipment and support safety and quality initiatives.
• Maintain production measurements (e.g., PPH, Mix Yield%).
• Ensure kanban compliance by team members.
• Apply 5S philosophy and complete housekeeping per shift.
• React to equipment and maintenance issues and assist in repairs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety compliance

5S

Problem solving

Team player

Job description

ITW in Ohio seeks a Manufacturing Team Leader to coach and guide a production team, driving safety, 5S compliance, quality, and productivity initiatives while meeting daily production goals on the line.

This hands-on leadership role requires strong communication, teamwork, and the ability to collaborate with maintenance and supervision. You will monitor metrics, support kanban and downtime reduction, and ensure procedure adherence.