Team Lead

Potter Global Technologies; Hazelwood (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Potter Global Technologies in Hazelwood, MO is seeking a dedicated frontline supervisor to lead daily manufacturing and warehousing operations. You will coordinate workflow, coach team members, ensure safety and quality, and monitor KPI data to keep performance above standards.

The role requires at least 1 year in manufacturing or distribution, proficiency with MS Office, and strong communication. You will implement process improvements, manage shift activities, and support onboarding while

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of manufacturing, warehouse, or distribution experience.

Responsibilities

• Motivate team members to achieve productivity, quality, and safety expectations.
• Communicate operational updates and reinforce company policies and procedures.
• Promote a positive team environment and encourage team member engagement.
• Identify and recommend operational improvements related to processes, equipment, workflow efficiency, and waste reduction.
• Lead team member performance and operational execution to maintain performance at or above established standards.
• Maintain required records related to team member performance, equipment, inventory accuracy, and KPI tracking.
• Support area management with work assignments, staffing coverage, scheduling needs, and workload balancing.

Skills

MS Office

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Hazelwood, MO 63042, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $23.50 - $27.50 Hourly, Responsible for leading daily operations within an assigned functional area to achieve productivity, quality, safety, and inventory accuracy goals. Serves as a frontline leader by coordinating workflow, supporting team member performance, reinforcing company policies, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to meet operational KPIs.

Responsible for various duties which may include but not limited to:

• Motivate team members to achieve productivity, quality, and safety expectations.
• Communicate operational updates and reinforce company policies and procedures.
• Promote a positive team environment and encourage team member engagement.
• Identify and recommend operational improvements related to processes, equipment, workflow efficiency, and waste reduction.
• Lead team member performance and operational execution to maintain performance at or above established standards.
• Maintain required records related to team member performance, equipment, inventory accuracy, and KPI tracking.
• Support area management with work assignments, staffing coverage, scheduling needs, and workload balancing.
• Address team member concerns and elevate issues appropriately.
• Utilize system applications and reporting tools to support daily operations.
• Monitor compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Promote and maintain a safe work environment through consistent adherence to safety policies and procedures.
• Support onboarding and training of new team members, including department orientation and training checklist completion.
• Provide day-to-day direction, coaching, and support to team members.
• Assist in leading daily shift stand-up meetings and daily management walkthroughs.
• Oversee and support operational processes to maintain optimum efficiency and productivity.
• Adhere to production schedules and recommend adjustments as needed to support operational goals.
• Serve as a culture carrier by reinforcing accountability, teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of manufacturing, warehouse, or distribution experience.
• Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to provide direction and guidance to team members while promoting cooperation and teamwork.
• Demonstrated ability to lead by example and maintain professionalism in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and operational needs.
• Ability to follow work instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Ability to de-escalate conflict and address team member concerns professionally.
• Demonstrated manual dexterity and ability to perform repetitive motion tasks.