Prodn Team Leader - DBQ

ritehite; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Profit sharing

Paid holidays

Job summary

Rite-Hite in Dubuque, IA is seeking a Team Leader to support manufacturing goals. You will lead by example in safety, quality, and productivity, guiding daily operations in your area and coordinating resources.

This role emphasizes 5S, standard work, and continuous improvement, with close collaboration with the area supervisor to remove obstacles and ensure goals are met safely and efficiently.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 5+ years in fast-paced manufacturing.
• Able to read and interpret design drawings.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Knowledge of manufacturing procedures and inventory control.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example in safety, quality, productivity and 5S.
• Identify and address opportunities for daily improvement.
• Maintain 5S and reinforce standard work in the area.
• Remove obstacles and improve workflow with the area supervisor.
• Ensure daily production goals are achieved safely and efficiently.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety focus

5S

Production planning

Reading drawings

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

At Rite-Hite, your work makes an impact. As the global leader in loading dock and door equipment, we design and deliver solutions that keep our customers safe, secure, and productive. Here, you'll find innovation, stability, and the chance to grow your career as part of a team that's always looking ahead.

This position is responsible for supporting the department supervisor in achieving daily production goals by communicating production needs and coordinating materials, labor, and resources accordingly. The position provides work direction and support to production employees, working directly in their assigned work zone.

This role of a team leader is to lead by example in safety, quality, productivity, and 5S, while actively identifying and addressing opportunities for daily improvement. The position promotes a safe, organized, and efficient work environment by reinforcing standard work, maintaining 5S expectations, identifying waste, and supporting continuous improvement efforts. The position works closely with the area supervisor and production team to remove obstacles, improve workflow, and ensure daily goals are achieved safely and efficiently.

Required Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED);
• along with at least five years of experience in a fast- paced manufacturing environment;
• or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Requires a knowledge of manufacturing procedures and capacities, company products and components, and production/inventory control procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret design drawings.
• Basic computer skills required.

What We Offer

• Health & Well-being: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance. A robust well-being program with an opportunity to receive an extra day off and more.
• Financial Security: A strong retirement savings program with 401(k), company match, and profit sharing.
• Time for You: Paid holidays, vacation time, and personal/sick days each year.

Join us and build a career where you're supported - at work and beyond.

Rite-Hite is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. In accordance with VEVRAA, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for protected veterans. We are also committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace for the safety of our employees and customers.