Team Lead - Diamond

Timken Company; Fulton (IL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

10 company holidays

401(k) and Roth 401(k) with company 1%

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Job summary

Timken Company is seeking a Team Lead to oversee the safety, productivity, and performance of production staff on the assigned shift. You will help manage efficient assembly while ensuring adherence to standards and procedures.

The role emphasizes coaching, accountability, and continuous improvement for achieving operational goals. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in manufacturing, a high school diploma or GED, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English for documentation and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Act as backup for department supervisor and lead daily shift meetings.
• Monitor safety, quality, and productivity through site audits and zone checks.
• Ensure compliance with preventative maintenance, area maintenance, and cleaning inspections.
• Track and report performance metrics and implement corrective actions.
• Drive problem-solving and continuous improvement with the supervisor and team.
• Oversee training and adherence to standardized procedures (Safety, Quality, Lean, Standard Work).
• Address employee concerns and maintain morale through clear communication.
• Collaborate with Planner and Maintenance teams to resolve capacity and equipment issues.
• Report safety, quality, and productivity issues using the site systems.
• Enter and manage transactions in the SAP system.
• Operate forklift as needed for inventory movement.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and proper housekeeping.
• Practice all safety procedures and complete required trainings.
• Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and staff.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team coordination

Prioritization

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical Certification

Job description

What Timken Makes Possible Begins With You.

Those who came before us helped land a man on the moon, create the world's infrastructure, and introduce renewable energy alternatives. Now you can join the Timken team to write your own unique story and help drive what's next.

A career at Timken means you can have an immediate impact doing Work That Matters to the world— improving the efficiency of today's industrial equipment and preparing for the future of motion on our planet and beyond. New employees can start contributing right away, and there are many opportunities to advance your career at your own pace. Join our global team of 19,000 people in 45 countries, and start helping our customers push the limits of what's possible in their world of motion.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Team Lead is responsible for ensuring the safety, productivity, and overall performance of production employees on their assigned shift. This role oversees the efficient and high-quality assembly of manufactured goods while maintaining compliance with company standards and procedures.

As a key leadership resource, the Operations Team Lead provides guidance, expertise, and motivation to team members. They foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement by offering support, coaching, and advice to ensure associates follow established processes and achieve operational goals.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Act as backup for department supervisor and lead daily shift meetings.
• Monitor safety, quality, and productivity through Zone Walks and audits.
• Ensure compliance with Preventative Maintenance, Area Maintenance, and Cleaning Inspection Lubrication.
• Track and report performance metrics, including productivity trends and corrective actions.
• Drive problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives with department supervisor and team.
• Oversee training and adherence to standardized procedures (Safety, Quality, Lean, Standard Work).
• Address employee concerns promptly and maintain positive morale through clear communication.
• Collaborate with Planner and Maintenance teams to resolve capacity, equipment, and delivery issues.
• Report and manage safety, quality, and productivity issues using E-Maint. and Zone Control systems.
• Utilize site SAP system to accurately enter and manage transactions.
• Operate forklift as needed to support inventory movement.
• Maintain adequate housekeeping, ensuring clean and organized work area.
• Must practice all safety procedures and complete necessary trainings related to job duty.
• Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and support staff.
• Perform all other relative duties as required or as directed.

Education And Experience

• Required
  • High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
  • 5+ years of manufacturing experience.
  • Ability to read, write, and speak effectively for general understanding of required documentation, instructions, and procedures.
• Preferred
  • Certifications from College or Technical School.
  • Previous experience in a leadership role.
  • Previous leadership experience.

Skills And Qualifications

• Required
  • Strong leadership, communication, and team coordination skills.
  • Ability to set priorities, delegate tasks, and manage daily workflow in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Commitment to safety, quality, and operational efficiency.

• Preferred
  • Ability to coach, mentor, and motivate team members.
  • Strong problem‑solving, decision‑making, and conflict‑resolution skills.
  • Familiarity with production metrics, inventory systems, or continuous improvement principles.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand, sit, use hands and arms
• Must be able to lift/carry weight up to 50 pounds
  • Moving or lifting weight above 50 pounds requires assistance from another employee or a lifting devise/hoist

Hourly compensation for this role is $27.00+ per hour. This full-time position is eligible for a paid time off plan that includes 10 additional company paid holidays, 401(k) and/or Roth 401(k) with company match after one (1) month of employment plus quarterly Core Defined Contributions, and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision.

All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.