Team Lead II

Wilsonart; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

FSAs and dependent care

Vision coverage

Gym discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Wilsonart, located in Texas, seeks a Team Leader II to provide night‑shift leadership to ensure production schedules and customer commitments are met. This grade 5 role serves as the liaison between crew and management and requires hands‑on leadership on the N2 shift.

You will train and develop staff, manage shift priorities, maintain quality and safety, and drive lean improvements across departments while working in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree preferred.
• At least 1 year of leadership experience or 12 months leading a manufacturing group.
• Strong leadership, communication, and safety awareness.
• Ability to train and develop staff and manage shift operations.

Responsibilities

• Translates and/or determines goals & priorities for shift/crew.
• Assists supervisor with production flow and staffing schedules.
• Ensure crews are trained and back-ups available.
• Maintain quality control and safety.
• Lead shift team meetings (safety, lean, etc.).
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce problems and improve efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Safety

Machinery operation

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office

Oracle WIP

Job description

Position Type: Full time Job Requesition ID: R-000342

Win at Wilsonart

At Wilsonart, we don’t just make surfaces—we build careers. When you join our team, you become part of something bigger: a company driven by innovation, grounded in values, and powered by people who care.

You’ll be surrounded by teammates who take pride in their work and look out for one another. You’ll have the chance to learn, grow and make a real impact. And you’ll be part of a company that believes winning means helping you succeed at work and in life.

Here, you’ll win with:

Support that keeps you well

• Medical, dental, and life insurance
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability
• FSAs and dependent care options
• Vision and legal benefits
• Gym discounts and wellness clinics
• Tuition reimbursement—for you and your dependents

Opportunities to grow

• Clear paths to promotion and internal mobility
• Training, coaching, and mentorship
• Development programs to support your goals

Time for what matters

• Paid vacation and holidays in your first year
• A culture that respects work-life balance

Job Description:

The Team Leader II provides leadership to the department to ensure that production schedules and customer commitments are met. He/she is a highly competent leader who has demonstrated the hands‑on skill and experience in the department they oversee. The liaison between the crew and management, interfacing with internal and external customers as necessary. This is a grade 5 position working night shift on N2.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Translates and/or determines goals & priorities for shift/crew.
• Resolves problems and advises management, seeking assistance for complex problems.
• Assists supervisor with production flow and staffing schedules.
• Monitor and evaluate training, making adjustments where needed. Responsible for ensuring crews are properly trained and critical positions have back‑ups.
• Is a role model for leadership, attendance, safety practices and Wilsonart’s behaviors.
• Responsible for actively participating in safety efforts that achieve/exceed SRP audit scores.
• Is respectful and professional in communicating with others, providing clear, concise information and/or feedback in a timely manner.
• Effectively facilitates shift/crew team meetings (safety, lean, etc.)
• Make efforts to reduce process problems and improve the efficiencies of people.
• Maintain quality control processes to ensure products/services meet standards.
• Works closely with departments that supply needed materials to maintain minimal downtime.
• Assists the supervisor in all aspects of maintaining an efficient, low cost, total quality and productive operation.
• Provides feedback and input on performance reviews to Supervisor.
• Responsible for documenting employee performance, making sure concerns and behaviors are addressed in a timely manner with supervisor.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES

• Knowledge of safety standards applicable to the department and other pertinent rules/regulations governing work standards.
• Knowledge of computers to proficiently update and maintain department documents, spreadsheets, databases and Oracle WIP transactions.
• Knowledge of product types and the manufacturing process.
• Knowledge of quality standards.
• Ability to support leadership with decision making
• Exceptional skills in verbal and written communication, including tact and diplomacy when dealing with customers and employees.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Skill in organizing and prioritizing the work of self and others.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to operate machinery in a safe and comfortable manner.
• Ability to maintain a clean work environment.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Knowledge of company policies, procedures and practices.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

High School diploma or equivalent. Prefer Associate Degree or advanced learning.

EXPERIENCE:

Must have 1 year of prior leadership experience or must have held the highest premium position within their manufacturing group for twelve (12) months, demonstrating excellent leadership behaviors.

WORKING CONDITIONS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Heavy Work - Tasks involve pushing/pulling, lifting and standing or using force equal to handling materials of 50 to 100 pounds.

ENVIRONMENT:

Located in an indoor area with frequent exposure to mild physical discomfort from dust, fumes, temperature extremes, loud noises and bright lights. Examples: mail clerks, material handlers and food service workers

We’re looking for people who are ready to learn, ready to lead and ready to make a difference. If that sounds like you, you can win at Wilsonart.

Wilsonart is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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