Process Lead, Cutting - 2nd Shift

Tait Group; Lititz (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

TAIT is seeking a Process Lead, Cutting to organize, direct, and complete portions of projects with a small team under guidance from Machine Shop Leads. You will be the main technical contact within the department, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery and a quality product for clients.

This hands-on lead role requires advanced knowledge of equipment, independent project execution, and collaboration across departments. Normal hours are 40 per week, with potential variations to meet business needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or certification program a plus, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Multi-job hands on experience a plus
• Thorough understanding of manufacturing practices
• Capacity to read, understand, and interrupt mechanical drawings
• Proficient with manual machine shop equipment (mills, lathes, industrial saws, routers)
• Safety awareness of Crane operations required
• Comfortable using basic hand and power tools (screw gun, drill, jigsaw, hole punch, grinder, etc.)
• Ability to measure product using different measurement systems
• Experience using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) or similar programs a plus
• Knowledge of Epicor, Slack, and/or Box a plus
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Capacity to work and lead in a small team environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to handle changing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Flexibility with work schedule. Normal work schedule is forty hours per week; however operational demands may necessitate other schedules to meet business needs
• Willing to travel to other TAIT facilities or client sites, within the USA.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small, diverse group of individuals with varying skills to completion of project goals by supporting team collaboration and cooperation.
• Organize and manage workflow to ensure team members understand their duties and delegated tasks.
• Answer technical questions from team members associated with manufacturing tasks.
• Share skills and knowledge with others to help with department development.
• Assist with training employees within the department.
• Read, understand, and utilize all mechanical drawings
• Understanding quality control processes... flagging areas not meeting specifications and addressing appropriately
• Make improvement suggestions
• Maintain awareness of project schedules and deadlines for team; raise concerns and/or suggest adjustments
• Interact with other departments as necessary to refine understanding of their needs and present suggestions, feedback, and progress reports
• Independently complete complex projects with minimal guidance/supervision
• Manage materials, prints and supplies and assign the teams for the projects
• Ensure product labeling requirements are accurately executed
• Perform required maintenance and upkeep on equipment
• Keep team motivated and informed during all stages of a project.
• Take initiative to improve methodology and find solutions to boost productivity for department
• Communicate with management on projects and team performance
• Manage priorities as they change throughout a shift
• Keep a clean, organized, and safe workspace, including tools and equipment
• Accurately capture all labor hours and material issuing in Epicor
• Ensure TAIT’s 5 standards of care are coordinated into all daily activities: Safety, Quality, Team, Schedule, and Cost
• Take ownership for decisions, actions, performance, and behavior
• Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures
• Attend meetings, seminars, and training sessions as required. Engage in training/development programs to enhance skills
• Perform assigned duties according to the policies and expectations prescribed by the company

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Quality control

Training

Read drawings

Communication

Detail oriented

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Epicor

MS Office

Slack

Box

Job description

TAIT partners with artists, brands, IP holders and place makers to bring culture-defining, never-before-seen experiences to life.With a legacy of innovation spanning over 45 years, TAIT has grown from pioneering in rock ‘n’ roll concert staging to setting the global standard for extraordinary live events and experiences through cutting-edge technology, precision engineering, and creative design. TAIT’s 20 global offices have developed iconic productions and experiences in over 30 countries, all seven continents, and even outer space for renowned performers, theme parks, exhibits, and venues across the globe, including partnerships with Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, Royal Opera House, Nike, NASA, Bloomberg, Google, Beyoncé, and The Olympics

Position Purpose

The Process Lead, Cutting helps organize, direct, and complete portions of a project with a small team, with guidance from the Machine Shop Leads. They will be the main contact for technical questions within the department. They ensure their team provides a quality product to the client on time and within budget. This position will require advanced knowledge and expertise in are specific equipment, to lead projects effectively and efficiently to a successful completion. This individual is a hands‑on lead, participating in the day‑to‑day work of the team. This role does not have supervisory administrative responsibilities.

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead a small, diverse group of individuals with varying skills to completion of project goals by supporting team collaboration and cooperation.

• Organize and manage workflow to ensure team members understand their duties and delegated tasks.

• Answer technical questions from team members associated with manufacturing tasks.

• Share skills and knowledge with others to help with department development.

• Assist with training employees within the department.

• Read, understand, and utilize all mechanical drawings

• Understanding quality control processes for assigned product/element to support quality control of elements and/or design flaws by flagging areas not meeting specifications and addressing appropriately through rework or bringing to the attention of others.

• Make improvement suggestions

• Maintain awareness of project schedules and deadlines for team; raise concerns and/or suggest adjustments in an effective and timely manner if deadlines and/or goals are in jeopardy

• Interact with other departments as necessary to refine understanding of their needs and present suggestions, feedback, and progress reports

• Independently complete complex projects with minimal guidance/supervision

• Manage materials, prints and supplies and assign the teams for the projects

• Ensure product labeling requirements are accurately executed

• Perform required maintenance and upkeep on equipment

• Keep team motivated and informed during all stages of a project.

• Take initiative to improve methodology and find solutions to boost productivity for department

• Communicate with management on projects and team performance

• Manage priorities as they change throughout a shift

• Keep a clean, organized, and safe workspace, including tools and equipment

• Accurately capture all labor hours and material issuing in Epicor

• Ensure TAIT’s 5 standards of care are coordinated into all daily activities: Safety,

• Quality, Team, Schedule, and Cost

• Take ownership for decisions, actions, performance, and behavior

• Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures

• Attend meetings, seminars, and training sessions as required. Engage in training/development programs to enhance skills

• Perform assigned duties according to the policies and expectations prescribed by the company

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or certification program a plus, or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Multi-job hands on experience a plus

• Thorough understanding of manufacturing practices

• Capacity to read, understand, and interrupt mechanical drawings

• Proficient with manual machine shop equipment (mills, lathes, industrial saws, routers)

• Safety awareness of Crane operations required

• Comfortable using basic hand and power tools (screw gun, drill, jigsaw, hole punch, grinder, etc.)

• Ability to measure product using different measurement systems

• Experience using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) or similar programs a plus

• Knowledge of Epicor, Slack, and/or Box a plus

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Capacity to work and lead in a small team environment

• Strong attention to detail

• Ability to handle changing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

• Flexibility with work schedule. Normal work schedule is forty hours per week; however operational demands may necessitate other schedules to meet business needs

• Willing to travel to other TAIT facilities or client sites, within the USA.

Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is required to frequently walk, bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat, stoop, and kneel each day. Specific requirements are:

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time

• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time

• Must be able to lift or move up to 50 lbs.

• Must be able to carry up to 50 lbs.

• Must be able to pull or push up to 50 lbs.

• Must be able to reach overhead

• Must be able to work in small, sometimes awkward spaces and positions

The company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with physical limitations or disabilities. If there are specific physical needs related to lifting, walking, or any other task, candidates are encouraged to discuss their requirements during the hiring process. The organization will make every effort to accommodate these needs to ensure equal opportunities for all employees.

TAIT is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected characteristic as outlined by international, national, state, or local laws.