Production Team Leader

American Woodmark Corp.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Health Care Benefits

Paid Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

American Woodmark Corp. is seeking a Team Leader to coordinate daily tasks and promote a safe and productive environment. The role involves supporting team members, monitoring production quality, and ensuring effective communication within the department.

Ideal candidates possess strong communication skills and ability to mentor peers. Benefits include competitive compensation and comprehensive health care options. The position is vital for maintaining operational efficiency and company values.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to mentor team members without direct authority.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds regularly.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily work assignments and priorities.
• Provide support and troubleshoot for team members.
• Monitor product quality and compliance.
• Assist in onboarding and training new employees.
• Track and report production data.

Skills

Communication skills

Team mentoring

Problem-solving

Computer proficiency

Task prioritization

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

American Woodmark is now part of MasterBrand, the largest residential cabinet manufacturer in North America. Together, we offer a comprehensive portfolio of trusted cabinetry brands and products to homeowners, builders, dealers, and retailers. At MasterBrand, our purpose is Building Great Experiences Together. For more than 70 years, our products have helped shape the spaces where people live, gather, and make lasting memories.

Position Purpose

The Team Leader supports the efficient operation of the department by coordinating daily tasks, ensuring production goals are met, and assisting team members with troubleshooting and problem-solving. The Team Leader acts as a key point of contact for the team, promoting safety, quality, and productivity within the department.

Essential Functions

• Coordinate and organize daily work assignments to align with production schedules and priorities.
• Provide on-the-floor support to team members by addressing questions, troubleshooting equipment or process concerns, and escalating issues as needed.
• Monitor product quality and process consistency to ensure specifications and standards are maintained.
• Promote adherence to all safety procedures, housekeeping standards, and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, peers, and other departments to share updates, resolve issues, and maintain smooth production flow.
• Assist in onboarding and training new team members on job duties, safety expectations, and department procedures.
• Conduct regular checks of the work area to ensure it remains organized, clean, and compliant with safety guidelines.
• Track and report key production data such as throughput, downtime, and quality metrics to support continuous improvement efforts.
• Encourage teamwork, accountability, and alignment with company values and performance expectations.
• Support company values and continuous improvement efforts by performing additional tasks as assigned by management.
• Demonstrates the cognitive, language, reasoning, and mathematical abilities consistent with the expectations of this role.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all core values, policies, and standards.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey information and engage with employees at all levels.
• Ability to mentor and guide team members without direct supervisory responsibilities.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and communicate effectively.
• Proficiency with computers, including familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently and with multiple team members.
• Ability to properly assess and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to comprehend and follow instructions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, often changing environment.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull items up to 40 pounds regularly, and occasionally heavier objects with assistance.
• Ability to climb ladders or stairs and perform tasks at heights when necessary.
• Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by the job.

Benefits Package Includes

• Competitive Compensation
• Health Care Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation Days
• Paid Sick Days
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan & Profit Sharing
• Tuition Assistance
• Pet Insurance
• Additional Voluntary benefits Available
• Relocation Assistance (for select roles)

Physical Demands

• Stationary Position - Constantly
• Move/Traverse - Constantly
• Stationary Position/Seated - Rarely
• Transport/Lifting - Frequently (Up to 40 lbs)
• Transport/Carrying - Frequently (Up to 40 lbs)
• Exerting Force/Pushing - Frequently (Up to 40 lbs)
• Exerting Force/Pulling - Frequently (Up to 40 lbs)
• Exerting Force/Pinching - Frequently (Up to 10 lbs)
• Ascend/Descend - Frequently
• Balancing - Constantly
• Position Self/Stooping - Frequently
• Position Self/Kneeling - Frequently
• Position Self/Crouching - Frequently
• Position Self/Crawling - Occasionally
• Position Self/Climbing - Occasionally
• Reaching - Constantly
• Handling - Constantly
• Grasping - Constantly
• Gripping - Constantly
• Feeling - Constantly
• Communicate/Talking - Frequently
• Communicate/Hearing - Frequently
• Reading - Frequently
• Vision - Constantly
• Repetitive Motions - Constantly
• Coordination - Constantly

Working Conditions

• Extreme cold - Occasionally
• Extreme heat - Occasionally
• Humidity - Occasionally
• Wet - Occasionally
• Noise - Constantly
• Hazards - Frequently
• Temperature Change - Occasionally
• Atmospheric Conditions - Occasionally
• Vibration - Frequently

Reasonable Accommodations

American Woodmark Corporation is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment, please contact us at [e-mail]

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The American Woodmark Corporation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, military and veteran status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, pregnancy, or any other legally-protected characteristic; and it will comply with all applicable state discrimination laws. No person will be denied employment solely because of a disability, provided that the person can perform the essential functions of the position for which the person has applied, either with or without reasonable accommodations.