Team Lead I

AWP Washington; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Genie Industries/Terex AWP in Redmond, WA is seeking a Production Supervisor to coordinate daily manufacturing activities for a small team. You will train, monitor, and guide team members while upholding safety, quality, and 5S standards.

The role emphasizes lean principles, TPM, and continuous improvement, with responsibilities including scheduling, quality checks, and data entry on production systems.

Qualifications

• Understanding of assembly and sub-assembly processes to lead a small team.
• Experience with automated production equipment and common hand tools.
• Strong communication and leadership skills for training and supervision.
• Good problem-solving abilities to resolve shortages and tooling issues.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily production for a small team to meet schedules.
• Train, monitor, and coach team members while maintaining safety and quality.
• Maintain 5S, TPM compliance, and data records for production activity.
• Interpret blueprints and work orders and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Team supervision

Leadership

Communication

Lean Principles

Problem solving

Tools

Automated production machinery

Hand tools

Fabricating equipment

Power tools

Job description

Genie Industries/Terex Aerial Work Platforms (AWP), a business segment of the Terex Corporation, is headquartered in Redmond, WA with branch offices worldwide; we manufacture material lifts, aerial work platforms, trailer-mounted booms and light towers, telehandlers, scissor lifts and self-propelled telescopic and articulating booms. We are a company with a strong safety first mentality, team based culture, respect for the individual and high integrity. This position is located in Redmond, WA. Genie sets the standard by which other lifts are judged. Simply put, we build a better lift. Our innovative designs and reliable products have made Genie a world leader in the production of material lifts, portable aerial work platforms, scissor lifts, and self-propelled telescopic and articulated booms. The right time is now to come join us as we grow and expand to meet our customers' needs.

Responsibilities

• This position is responsible for the daily coordination of assigned area.
• This includes training and monitoring production processes of a small group of team members.
• In addition, this position will be responsible for providing a safe work environment, ensuring standard work is being performed, maintaining 5S levels, identifying and resolving quality issues, identifying and implementing poka yoke, addressing line stop/lost production issues, collecting data and maintaining visual displays, participating in RIP’s, and filling in for absent team members on an as needed basis per supervisor’s request.
• Studies daily production schedules and estimates team member hours and materials needed to complete assignments.
• Interprets blueprints, specifications, and job orders such as engineering change notices to team members, makes and participates in assignments and conducts inspections of work.
• Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality.
• Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment and tools that improve work flow, efficiency, and team member safety.
• Trains new team members.
• Communicates company philosophies and policies, teaches and demonstrates work routines.
• Maintains records of day-to-day activity including time and materials and process steps.
• May set up and/or verify settings on production machines.
• May inspect materials used in the manufacturing of Genie products.
• Assembles equipment components, sub-assemblies, and accessories as required for the assigned stage of production and in coordination with a small team of co-workers.
• Operates a variety of handheld and power-assisted tools and production fixtures.
• Enters and retrieves production information onto a computerized data entry screen or a custom-designed form.
• Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.

Qualifications

• Requires a complete understanding of all assembly and sub-assembly processes in the area of assignment sufficient to organize a small work team, train new team members, examine work results, and assemble equipment.
• Requires a working knowledge in the usage of automated production machinery, common hand tools, hand held power tools, fabricating equipment, and portable air tools such as a ratchet.
• Requires sufficient human relations skill to conduct one-on-one training and achieve harmony with team members.
• Requires sufficient problem-solving skills to troubleshoot situations such as labor and material shortages, tool and equipment problems, while maintaining productivity.
• Strong understanding of Total Preventive Maintenance, TPM.
• Minimum of 1 year supervisory experience preferred.
• Related technical ability and good understanding of production processes and equipment.
• Flexible, with strong teamwork orientation.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership ability, including experience coaching and training others.
• Strong math skills.
• Excellent problem solving skills.
• Understanding and support of Company policies and procedures.
• Strong orientation toward quality, safety and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Commitment to Lean Principles.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively implement change.

Salary Range

Salary Range: $26.25 - $33.35/ hour

About Terex

Terex Corporation is a global leader in specialized equipment solutions, serving essential sectors such as emergency services, waste and recycling, utilities, and construction. Our diversified portfolio positions us in resilient, high-demand markets with strong long-term growth potential. We design and manufacture advanced specialty vehicles—including fire, ambulance, and recreational vehicles—alongside waste collection vehicles, materials processing machinery, mobile elevating work platforms, and equipment for the electric utility industry. Through our global dealer, parts and service network and true value-creating digital solutions, we deliver best-in-class lifecycle support, helping customers maximize return on investment. With a strong manufacturing footprint in the United States and operations across Europe, India, and Asia Pacific, Terex combines global reach with local expertise to capture opportunities worldwide. Our strategy is clear: exceed customer expectations, invest in innovation, leverage our diversified portfolio, and deliver consistent, profitable growth for our shareholders. For more information, please visit www.terex.com.

Terex Corporation is a global leader in specialized equipment solutions, serving essential sectors such as emergency services, waste and recycling, utilities, and construction. Our diversified portfolio positions us in resilient, high-demand markets with strong long-term growth potential. We design and manufacture advanced specialty vehicles—including fire, ambulance, and recreational vehicles—alongside waste collection vehicles, materials processing machinery, mobile elevating work platforms, and equipment for the electric utility industry. Through our global dealer, parts and service network and true value-creating digital solutions, we deliver best-in-class lifecycle support, helping customers maximize return on investment. With a strong manufacturing footprint in the United States and operations across Europe, India, and Asia Pacific, Terex combines global reach with local expertise to capture opportunities worldwide. Our strategy is clear: exceed customer expectations, invest in innovation, leverage our diversified portfolio, and deliver consistent, profitable growth for our shareholders. For more information, please visit www.terex.com.

Additional Information: We are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact. We are committed to recruiting, engaging, developing, and retaining team members at all levels of our global workforce. Our culture is defined by our Terex Way Values – Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship. Our values are the driving force behind our commitment to maintain an inclusive, supportive, non-discriminatory, and safe workplace for all team members. To that end, we are committed to actively foster a culture where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated. We are committed to being fair and impartial in our decisions. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, including disabled veterans, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting the recruiting department (person or department) at [e-mail]. The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including paid vacation, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.

• The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including paid vacation, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.