Production Team Lead

AdvanTec Industrial; Arlington (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AdvanTec Marine is hiring a Production Team Lead to supervise a fast-paced manufacturing crew, ensure safety, and meet daily production goals. You will coordinate with engineering and the Production Manager, review hours, and drive continuous improvement while enforcing PPE and safety rules.

The role requires leadership, strong communication, and a track record in a production environment. We value teamwork, reliability, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities in a marine manufacturing

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• An eye for quality is essential to uphold the standards of final products.
• Must be a team player – possess interpersonal skills.
• Excellent time management and organization.
• Comfortable with computers and learning new production equipment software applications as required.
• Minimum 2-years’ experience in a production facility and multicultural work staff environment.
• Experience interpreting welding and fabrication drawings; expertise in electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Experience with welding, fabrication, electrical and hydraulics, assembly and quality control.
• Able to lead a crew and align with core values: we love to help, move fast to action, build for the future, thrive under pressure, own it.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate production team to meet goals and safety standards.
• Interact with frontline staff, peers, and plant management to resolve issues.
• Deliver timely project progress with in-house Engineering Team.
• Provide support to Production Manager and conduct daily crew talks.
• Monitor production flow and document hours, maintain maintenance sheets.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and PPE usage.
• Handle payroll approvals and bi-annual performance reviews for staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Team player

Computers

Safety awareness

Quality focus

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Tools

Electrical systems

Hydraulics

Welding & fabrication drawings

Production software

Job description

AdvanTec Marine , Leaders in marine innovation and manufacturing. What drives us is the passion behind each of our brands and the needs of our customers. AdvanTec Marine is the parent brand to Diamond Sea Glaze, Freeman Marine, Pacific Coast Marine, Steelhead Marine, Manly Marine and USA Sliding Doors. Our brands specialize in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of specialty application marine closures. We are one of the largest marine manufacturers in the world. We have geographic locations in the US and Canada, and ship to over 50 countries worldwide. Our customer base includes North American & International Navies, Governments, Militaries, Commercial Vessel, and Super Yacht Builders.

The Production Team Lead is responsible for the smooth and safe operation of their team, helping workers to meet goals, and mediating concerns with the Production Manager. The Team Lead position requires an individual who is comfortable interacting with front line staff, peers and plant management. It is a fast-paced environment requiring one to multi-task while performing the duties of the job. The Team Lead must set an example by working in a safe manner, following all Health and Safety policies and procedures, and using proper PPE.

Top Responsibilities

• Working closely with our in-house Engineering Team, ensuring timely delivery of projects
• Provide support to the department Production Manager
• Daily crew talks
• Daily scanned in hours between 75-80%
• Collect and maintain department Preventive Maintenance sheets
• Approve team payroll and vacation time
• Progressive discipline in department as needed
• Accountability for bi-annual performance reviews for all team members
• Updating department Pace charts as needed
• Monitor the flow of production; Prioritizing as required
• Team Coordination: Coordinate the team and ensure they are applying all policies and procedures
• Meeting Goals: Accountable for the team’s ability to meet production goals, overall schedule attainment
• Track and record production numbers daily
• Provide assistance as needed when equipment is down, or there are issues with supplies
• Communicate to the department Production Manager if equipment is not operating properly.
• Report any observed performance issues to the Production Manager
• Lead by example (safety and workmanship)
• Make sure all employees in department are following safe work procedures
• Perform work in a safe manner by following all safety rules and practices
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE): steel toed footwear, safety glass, face mask, etc.
• Report any unsafe work practices or dangerous work habits
• Monitor work area by checking for trip hazards, unsafe or faulty equipment and/or any unsafe conditions.
• Work in accordance with documented procedures and complete all applicable records

Qualifications:

• Strong leadership and communication skills, both verbal and written
• An eye for quality is essential to uphold the standards of final products
• Must be a team player – possess interpersonal skills
• Excellent time management and organization
• Comfortable with computers and learning new production equipment software applications as required
• Minimum 2-years’ experience in a production facility and multicultural work staff environment
• demonstrate extensive experience in interpreting welding and fabrication drawings
• strong expertise in electrical and hydraulic systems
• Experience with welding, fabrication, electrical and hydraulics, assembly and quality control
• excel as a team player and leader, adept at managing a crew of employees and navigating the complexities that may arise
• Able to operate with our core values in mind: “We love to help, we move fast to action, we build for the future, we thrive under pressure, and you can trust us to own it”

Thank you for your interest in AdvanTec Marine . We thank all applicants for their interest, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

6A to 4:30P Monday to Thursday with 1/2 hour lunch and two paid breaks each day.

40 hours week plus overtime as available