Team Lead, Assembly / Racking

Pioneer Metal Finishing Jobs; New Hope (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Next-Day Pay

Quarterly Incentive Program

Paid company holidays

Shift Differentials for 2nd and 3rd sh

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

On-the-Job Training and Advancement

Employee Recognition and Rewards

Job summary

Pioneer Metal Finishing is hiring a Team Lead for the 3rd shift (10:00 PM - 6:00 AM, Monday–Friday) with occasional overtime at our New Hope, MN facility. Pay starts at $23.00 per hour plus a $1.25 shift differential on hours worked, with a 90-day pay review and same-day pay option.

You will lead a production team on the shop floor, coach employees, ensure safety and quality, coordinate with supervisors and HR, assist with staffing, troubleshoot issues, and drive continuous improvement in a

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and team-building skills.
• Strong communication, coaching, and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Ability to adapt quickly and lead through change
• Experience with problem-solving and continuous improvement methodologies
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team to achieve production, quality, and safety goals
• Coach, train, and develop employees, including onboarding and cross-training
• Monitor team performance and provide feedback to drive continuous improvement
• Partner with Supervisors and Human Resources on employee relations, performance reviews, and corrective actions
• Assist with staffing and labor planning to meet customer demand
• Troubleshoot production and process issues and help identify root causes
• Support quality initiatives, including Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs)
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of production and quality documentation
• Verify equipment maintenance activities and elevate issues when needed
• Manage inventory of tools, supplies, and materials
• Operate production equipment as needed to support the team

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Adaptability

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Job description

Company Overview

Manufacturing Opportunity –3rd Shift (10:00 PM - 6:00 AM, Monday–Friday) Occasional Overtime

Pay starting at: $23.00 + $1.25 Shift differential on worked hours / Pay Review after 90 days + Same Day Pay + URGENT HIRING

Pioneer Metal Finishing is the leading surface engineering company in North America. For over 75 years, we’ve delivered consistent, quality metal finishing solutions for mission-critical applications. Our advanced surface modification technologies and scalable execution improve the performance of mission-critical products and enhance brand value for companies in the healthcare, aerospace, automotive, and industrial markets. We encourage you to learn more about opportunities with Pioneer Metal Finishing and join our team today!

Overview

Team Leads. supervise, instruct, train and coach the hourly personnel in all aspects of the job, including the proper techniques, work instructions, production methods, quality assurance and plant operation. Must use judgment, experience and technical knowledge to accomplish goals and objectives. Must promote an environment that fosters teamwork, open communication and a focus on quality and efficiency.

As a Team Lead, you will:

• Lead and support a team to achieve production, quality, and safety goals
• Coach, train, and develop employees, including onboarding and cross-training
• Monitor team performance and provide feedback to drive continuous improvement
• Partner with Supervisors and Human Resources on employee relations, performance reviews, and corrective actions
• Assist with staffing and labor planning to meet customer demand
• Troubleshoot production and process issues and help identify root causes
• Support quality initiatives, including Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs)
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of production and quality documentation
• Verify equipment maintenance activities and elevate issues when needed
• Manage inventory of tools, supplies, and materials
• Operate production equipment as needed to support the team

What we are looking for:

• Proven leadership and team-building skills
• Strong communication, coaching, and conflict-resolution abilities
• Ability to adapt quickly and lead through change
• Experience with problem-solving and continuous improvement methodologies
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards

Success in this role means:

• Building a high-performing, engaged team
• Meeting production and quality expectations
• Promoting a culture of safety and accountability
• Training and developing employees for long-term success
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and efficiency

What to Expect on the Job:

• Lead and support a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Be active on the production floor, coaching employees and assisting with daily operations.
• Lift and move up to 50 lbs. independently.
• Stand, walk, bend, and reach throughout the shift.
• Operate production equipment, hand tools, and air tools as needed.
• Work around sharp parts, tooling, heavy carts, and manufacturing equipment.
• Exposure to moderate noise, compressed air, and varying temperatures, including heat from ovens.
• Work near production processes involving chemicals and occasional splash hazards.
• Perform visual inspections, including identifying color variations to meet quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while following all safety and PPE requirements.

Why Join Us?

At Pioneer Metal Finishing, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact every day by developing people, improving processes, and helping deliver exceptional results for our customers.

Benefits Summary

We offer the following benefits toAll Employees immediately upon hire:

• Next-Day Pay:Don’t wait for payday; access your daily pay the next day!
• Quarterly Incentive Program:Paid based on hours worked and business results
• Paid company holidays
• Shift Differentials for 2ndand 3rdshift
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• On-the-Job Training and Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
• Fun Recognition Events and more!

Full-Time Employees (30 + hours per week) may participate in the following benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (Eligibility begins on the 1stof the month, following your start date)
• Paid Time Off:80 Hours earned in your first year
• Access to Garner Incentive or a Health Savings Account up to $3,000 annually
• 401(k) plan with a company match of up to 2% of bi-weekly contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Additional benefits for employee purchase: life insurance, critical illness, voluntary accident, and accidental death & dismemberment
• LiveHealth Online, virtual doctor visits