Team Lead - 3rd Shift Paint

Dane Manufacturing; Waunakee (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Monthly catered luncheons

Paid ESL classes

$2/hour shift premium

Job summary

Dane Manufacturing in Waunakee, WI is seeking a Team Lead – Paint Line to provide hands-on leadership on the manufacturing floor. You will guide the team to meet safety, quality, and production goals while fostering a collaborative environment.

The role requires 3–5 years in metal fabrication or manufacturing with leadership experience. You will coordinate paint-line activities, read blueprints, and ensure timely, defect-free parts with strong communication across shifts.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in metal fabrication or manufacturing.
• Formal or informal leadership experience.
• Strong motivation, coaching, and accountability skills.
• Ability to stay organized and make good decisions in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, work orders, and production documentation.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the team — provide direction, coaching, feedback, and support to employees throughout the shift.
• Keep the workflow moving — assign work based on production priorities, schedules, and employee skill levels.
• Drive production goals — monitor output, address bottlenecks, and help keep the team on schedule.
• Lead by example on safety — reinforce PPE and safe work practices and address unsafe conditions or behaviors.
• Make quality a priority — help ensure finished parts meet blueprint specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements.
• Coordinate the paint line — help keep hanging, unloading, washing, painting, and curing processes flowing efficiently.
• Train & develop employees — help onboard new employees and cross-train team members on processes and standard work.
• Keep communication strong — serve as a key connection between the production team and supervision.
• Improve the process — identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, efficiency, workflow, and waste.
• Solve problems — help troubleshoot issues with materials, equipment, staffing, tooling, and paint-line processes.

Skills

Leadership

Team Coaching

Problem-solving

Blueprint reading

Communication

Safety compliance

Paint line experience

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: WAUNAKEE, WI 53597, Lead the Team. Keep Production Moving. Make an Impact.

Are you someone who naturally steps up, keeps people organized, and knows how to keep a team moving toward a common goal?

We’re looking for a Team Lead – Paint Line to provide hands‑on leadership on our manufacturing floor. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, solving problems, and making sure safety, quality, and productivity stay on track.

Come work for the 2026 Fabricator of the Year — and a 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplace!

WHAT YOU’LL DO

As a Team Lead, you’ll be the first level of leadership on the shop floor, helping your team succeed throughout the shift.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Lead and support the team — Provide direction, coaching, feedback, and support to employees throughout the shift.
• Keep the workflow moving — Assign work based on production priorities, schedules, and employee skill levels.
• Drive production goals — Monitor output, address bottlenecks, and help keep the team on schedule.
• Lead by example on safety — Reinforce PPE and safe work practices and address unsafe conditions or behaviors.
• Make quality a priority — Help ensure finished parts meet blueprint specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements.
• Coordinate the paint line — Help keep hanging, unloading, washing, painting, and curing processes flowing efficiently.
• Train & develop employees — Help onboard new employees and cross‑train team members on processes and standard work.
• Keep communication strong — Serve as a key connection between the production team and supervision.
• Improve the process — Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, efficiency, workflow, and waste.
• Solve problems — Help troubleshoot issues with materials, equipment, staffing, tooling, and paint‑line processes.

THIS JOB IS A GREAT FIT IF YOU…

• Have 3–5 years of experience in metal fabrication or manufacturing.
• Have previous formal or informal leadership experience.
• Enjoy working with people and know how to motivate, coach, and hold a team accountable.
• Can stay organized and make good decisions in a fast‑paced production environment.
• Can read and understand blueprints, work orders, and production documentation.
• Have strong communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Understand manufacturing safety practices and PPE requirements.
• Have experience with paint line or powder coating processes.
• Take pride in quality and paying attention to the details.
• Are willing to jump in and work alongside your team when needed.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

We believe employees should feel like part of the team — not just another number.

Here are a few things you can look forward to:

• 2026 Fabricator of the Year
• Come work for an award‑winning manufacturing team!
• 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplace
• We’re proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace.
• Monthly Catered Luncheons
• We provide catered lunches for employees on all three shifts!
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• A full benefits package designed to support our employees and their families.
• Learn & Grow
• Opportunities to build your leadership and manufacturing skills.
• Team‑Focused Environment
• Work alongside people who value teamwork, communication, and getting the job done right.
• Safety‑Focused Workplace
• We provide PPE, training, and a strong commitment to keeping our employees safe.
• Paid ESL Classes
• We invest in helping our employees develop their skills.
• $2/Hour Shift Premium
• Available for 2nd and 3rd shift positions.