Manufacturing Team Leader: Safety, Quality & Efficiency

Hobart Filler Metals; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Traverse City is seeking a Team Leader to oversee production processes and support team performance. This role involves training employees on safety and quality, addressing equipment issues, and engaging in continuous improvement initiatives. Strong leadership, communication skills, and the ability to work with minimal supervision are essential. The position requires a customer-focused attitude and willingness to work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Must possess strong leadership skills, including sound decision-making.
• Requires strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach a manufacturing team to manage production processes.
• Ensure thorough training of employees in safety and quality.
• Evaluate and enforce safety, quality, and production expectations.
• Communicate equipment issues with maintenance.
• Support non-production items to keep production efficient.
• Engage in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepare and administer annual performance reviews.

Skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Mechanical inclination

Team player

Customer-focused

Job description

A manufacturing company in Traverse City is seeking a Team Leader to oversee production processes and support team performance. This role involves training employees on safety and quality, addressing equipment issues, and engaging in continuous improvement initiatives. Strong leadership, communication skills, and the ability to work with minimal supervision are essential. The position requires a customer-focused attitude and willingness to work overtime as needed.