Team Lead

Industrial Electric Manufacturing; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunity for growth

Job summary

Industrial Electric Manufacturing is seeking a Team Lead in Jacksonville, FL. This role involves guiding a small team of operators through daily production tasks while actively participating in the process. You will ensure deadlines are met, quality standards are followed, and provide coaching to newer team members.

The ideal candidate should have over 2 years of manufacturing experience and strong communication skills. We offer a competitive benefits package and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of production or assembly experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated reliability, teamwork, and performance in a hands-on role.
• Strong understanding of standard work, quality expectations, and takt time principles.

Responsibilities

• Guide a small team of operators through daily production tasks.
• Ensure work is completed on time and to standard.
• Provide peer coaching and informal training support.

Skills

Production or assembly experience

Reliability and teamwork

Understanding of standard work and quality expectations

Good communication skills

Peer leadership

Tools

Lean tools (5S, standard work)

ERP systems

Job description

At IEM, we’re not just building innovative electrical distribution systems, we’re shaping the future. IEM is dedicated to delivering world-class solutions for complex power needs. After 75 years, we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting out, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute, grow, and make a lasting impact on industries that power the world’s most dynamic markets.

Job Summary

The Team Lead is a working leader responsible for guiding a small team of 8–10 operators or technicians through daily production tasks. While remaining an active contributor on the line, the Team Lead ensures work is completed on time, to standard, and escalates issues that impact flow, safety, or quality. This role plays a critical part in meeting takt time and fostering adherence to standard work practices.

Essential Functions

• Work alongside operators to execute daily tasks within assigned station or cell.
• Monitor team adherence to takt time and schedule, escalating risks or issues to the Work Center Supervisor.
• Provide peer coaching, task coordination, and informal training support to newer or less experienced team members.
• Assist in managing material readiness, tool availability, and workstation organization (5S).
• Support quality checks and ensure standard work instructions are followed; report any deviations.
• Lead daily team huddles, communicate shift goals, and update production boards as needed.
• Model safe work behaviors and reinforce safety policies among peers.
• Participate in continuous improvement and problem‑solving activities led by the Supervisor or Operations Manager.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of production or assembly experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated reliability, teamwork, and performance in a hands‑on role.
• Strong understanding of standard work, quality expectations, and takt time principles.
• Good communication and peer leadership skills.
• Willingness to support and coach others while performing production work.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Lean tools (5S, standard work, visual boards)
• Peer mentorship or informal training
• Light troubleshooting or escalation awareness
• Basic familiarity with ERP or work instruction systems

Why Join IEM

At IEM, you’ll join a team that powers some of the world’s most ambitious projects. We’re engineers, makers, and problem‑solvers who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering solutions that keep industries moving forward. If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Your creativity and passion can help us achieve great things—come be part of the journey.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support our employees’ well‑being, growth, and long‑term success. View a snapshot of our benefits at https://www.iemfg.com/careers

Non‑Discrimination Statement

IEM does not discriminate against any applicant based on any characteristic protected by law.