Team Lead - Diamond

The Timken Company; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 31.000 - 44.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Paid time off + holidays

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Quarterly Core Defined Contributions

Descripción de la vacante

Timken Company is seeking a Team Lead to ensure safety, productivity, and performance of production staff on the assigned shift. You will oversee assembly, enforce standards, and promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

You will guide, coach, and motivate team members, coordinate with planning and maintenance, and drive solutions to capacity and delivery challenges while maintaining strict safety and quality controls.

Formación

• High School Diploma or GED; 5+ years manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read, write, and speak effectively for documentation, instructions and procedures.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team coordination.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and operational efficiency.

Responsabilidades

• Lead daily shift meetings and act as backup for department supervisor.
• Monitor safety, quality, and productivity through Zone Walks and audits.
• Ensure compliance with maintenance, area upkeep, and cleaning inspections.
• Track performance metrics and take corrective actions.
• Drive problem solving and continuous improvement with the team.
• Oversee training and adherence to standardized procedures (Safety, Quality, Lean, Standard Work).
• Address employee concerns and maintain positive morale through clear communication.
• Collaborate with Planner and Maintenance to resolve capacity, equipment, and delivery issues.
• Report and manage safety, quality, and productivity issues using SAP and related systems.
• Utilize SAP to enter and manage transactions; operate forklift as needed.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas with proper housekeeping.
• Adhere to safety trainings and primary job duties.
• Communicate effectively with team, supervisors, and support staff.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Communication

Team coordination

Prioritization

Safety

Quality

Operational efficiency

Coaching / mentoring

Problem solving

Decision making

Conflict resolution

Production metrics

Continuous improvement

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Certifications from college or technical school (preferred)

Herramientas

SAP

Descripción del empleo

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.

Timken is a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion. Our expanding portfolio of next-generation solutions helps customers around the world improve efficiency, solve their toughest challenges, and push the boundaries of performance. We employ 19,000 people globally, operate from 45 countries, and posted $4.6 billion in sales in 2025.

We have been recognized as one of America's Most Responsible Companies 6x by Newsweek and one of the World's Most Ethical Companies 15x by Ethisphere.

Why Choose Timken?

• Over a century of knowledge and innovation
• A culture of top performance
• A global, diverse environment
• Products that contribute to a sustainable world
• A conviction to improve communities around us
• Competitive salary and benefits

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