Production Team Lead

Marine; Port Saint Lucie (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Disability insurance (STD/LTD)

401 (k) with company match

PTO

Holidays + 2 floating holidays

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Tuition assistance

Membership reimbursement

Employee discounts

Opportunities to make an impact

Job summary

Dometic in Port St Lucie seeks a Production Team Lead to oversee a team of Assemblers in a lean manufacturing setting. You will read drawings, ensure product quality, and drive on-time delivery while coaching staff and enforcing standards.

The role requires reading work instructions, using test equipment, and maintaining 5-S and safety practices. This is a growth opportunity in a global marine and outdoor industry leader.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• At least 1 year of people/leadership experience in manufacturing
• Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma preferred
• Experience reading drawings and bills of materials
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and stand/walk during shift
• Must be able to read/write English

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of assemblers under the Production Supervisor
• Ensure manufacturing results meet quality and on-time delivery goals
• Read and interpret work instructions, drawings, and prints
• Operate test equipment and document actions
• Coach and monitor workflow, enforce 5-S and safety standards
• Identify problems and implement continuous improvement measures
• Coordinate maintenance and repairs as needed

Skills

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Drawing interpretation

English literacy

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Quality test equipment

MS Office

Job description

Dometic is a global market leader in the mobile living industry. Millions of people around the world use Dometic products in outdoor, residential, and professional applications.

Our Marine organization is a trusted provider of innovative solutions for the worldwide boating and boat building industry, and we recently expanded our scope to lead the boating industry into an electrified future. Dometic has won numerous NMMA Innovation Awards over the years and we are always striving for new ways to make boating easier, safer, and more enjoyable.

We are a journey of continuous growth – now looking for our next star – a passionate (Job Title)). This position reports to (Hiring Leader Title) and will work in (Dometic Office Location).

About the position

As a Production Team Lead in the Port St Lucie team, you will be involved in manufacturing performance, assembly and day-to-day activities of a team of Assemblers, as directed by the Production Supervisor. The Production Team Lead will also be responsible for providing internal and external customers with quality products by working as a team player in a Lean Manufacturing environment. This position will be required to read and interpret work instructions, drawings, and prints; assemble parts per instructions; check for correct fit and functions; operate test equipment; and document actions by completing quality and production forms.

Your main responsibilities

• Accomplishes manufacturing results and customer requirements by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, and coaching; and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures
• Maintains workflow by monitoring steps of the process; observing control points and equipment; monitoring personnel and resources; studying methods; implementing cost reductions
• Maintains quality performance by enforcing organization standardsEnsures operation of equipment by calling for repairs as needed
• Escalate issues as appropriate to the manufacturing supervisorMeet or exceed company and customer standards for quality and on-time delivery
• Provides manufacturing information by compiling, sorting, and analyzing production performance records
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all equipment, procedures, MSDS, and maintaining 5-S standards
• Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of product, process, or quality system nonconformance
• Identify and record any problems relating to the product, process, or quality system
• Develop and implement continuous improvement in all product, processes or quality system
• Other duties as assigned

What do we offer?

You are offered an interesting role in a dynamic, fast paced and global environment with great opportunities to grow and take on new challenges. The growth at Dometic is continuous – which gives you great possibilities to evolve with the company.

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Disability insurance (STD/LTD)
• 401 (k) with company match
• PTO
• Company defined holidays and two floating holidays for you to use as you choose
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Tuition assistance
• Membership reimbursement (wholesale club and gym)
• Employee discounts on our incredible products
• Opportunities to make an impact

A suitable background would be a

solid experience within manufacturing and electronics – as well as the following qualifications and experiences:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Minimum 1 year of people and leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma practices preferred
• Experience in electronics manufacturing is a plus
• Must be able to meet department KPI standards (productivity, quality, cost, and on-time delivery)
• Ability to complete, monitor and review manufacturing and quality logs
• Must be able to read and understand drawings, work instructions, and bills of materials
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds, stand or walk about the manufacturing area throughout scheduled shift
• Must be able to read and write English
• Ability to perform basic math skills and measurements
• Strong computer, analytical, and communication skills

Safety:

• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area using the principles of 5S
• Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety
• Keeps equipment operating by enforcing operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, scheduling preventative maintenance, and calling for repairs
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS Standards

Quality:

• Meet or exceed company standards for productivity
• Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of product, process or quality system nonconformance
• Identify and record any problems relating to the product, process or quality system
• Strive to develop and implement continuous improvement into all product, process or quality system

To be successful in this role, we believe that you possess the following skills, competencies & characteristics:

• Excellent interpersonal skills, self-motivated, energetic, forward-thinking and creative with high ethical standards
• Strong communication skills
• Maintain positive work environment
• Strong organizational skills
• High attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and within deadlines both independently and within a cross-functional team environment
• Ability to be flexible with changing workload
• Be reliable and dependable for the schedule assigned
  

Dometic's Core Values

To thrive and succeed in this role, you understand the importance of our core values – Together We build our future, We play to win, We embrace change and We walk the talk; these values reflect the heart and soul of Dometic and they define what it takes to work here and how we do things.

Dometic is passionate about building together an inclusive and equitable working environment, that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that diversity enables us to thrive across our differences. Be yourself and join us!

Dometic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Dometic evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.