Shift Lead - Lean Manufacturing & Safety (Holstein, IA)

VT Industries; Holstein (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

VT Industries is seeking a capable department supervisor to coordinate team rotations, ensure safe and efficient operation, and drive continuous improvement on the production floor. The role requires strong communication, mechanical aptitude, and hands-on leadership to support daily workflows and quality outcomes.

You will conduct daily briefings, document handoffs, and participate in standard work audits while promoting safety policies and adherence to company procedures.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills and comfort with common software tools.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations accurately.
• Ability to match colors for quality-related tasks.
• Public speaking skills and comfortable presenting to teams.
• Mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem solving.
• Strong, clear communication across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate work rotation and break schedules for department team members.
• Ensure equipment is safe and in working order, with troubleshooting as needed.
• Process necessary paperwork.
• Drive quality, safety, productivity, and continuous improvement within the department.
• Promote 5S and Lean principles across operations.
• Hold daily team meetings at shift start in supervisor absence.
• Complete daily handoff with counterpart (written and verbal).
• Assist in GEMBA walks when the Department Manager is away.
• Handle other management tasks as delegated by the Department Manager.
• Complete charts and MDI boards when required.
• Understand and drive flow monitor performance.
• Conduct daily Standard Work audits with the supervisor.
• Fulfill all other duties as assigned by Department Manager.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Microsoft Office

Basic Math Skills

Color matching

Public speaking

Mechanical aptitude

Advanced communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

VT Industries is seeking a capable department supervisor to coordinate team rotations, ensure safe and efficient operation, and drive continuous improvement on the production floor. The role requires strong communication, mechanical aptitude, and hands-on leadership to support daily workflows and quality outcomes.

You will conduct daily briefings, document handoffs, and participate in standard work audits while promoting safety policies and adherence to company procedures.