Team Lead II (1:00pm to 9:30pm) Weld/Fab

G&W Electric; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

401(k) plan with Profit Sharing

Vacation

Job summary

G&W Electric is seeking a Team Lead II in Bolingbrook, IL to supervise manufacturing processes and a diverse team. You will guide operations, ensure safety, audit quality, and coordinate with Engineering on BOM discrepancies.

The role emphasizes leadership, process improvement, and hands-on support to maintain on-time production. Ideal candidates have 4+ years in manufacturing, strong interpersonal skills, and familiarity with ERP systems, MS Word/Excel, and problem-solving using corrective

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to supervise and coordinate activities within a department with diverse tasks and schedules.
• Ability to read and interpret complex drawings and schematics and explain to others.
• Intermediate computer skills in MS Word and Excel; ERP system experience desirable.
• Ability to understand and apply corrective and preventive actions.
• 4+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading a team is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing employees within an area of responsibility on various processes and operations.
• Assign work and instruct operators on proper techniques, quality and safety procedures.
• Check materials, tools and fixtures availability.
• Perform direct labor and other functions to maintain workflow and on-time completion.
• Audit work to ensure quality procedures are followed.
• Assist in evaluating team performance with supervisor support.
• Perform supervisory tasks with supervisor support (no disciplinary actions).
• Conduct internal process audits and report findings.
• Analyze materials/processes/products for production disruptions.
• Assist with production postings and inventory accuracy within the cell.
• Communicate BOM discrepancies to Engineering.
• Conserve resources and train others in inspection tasks.
• Document actions with production and quality forms.

Skills

Team leadership

Reading drawings

MS Word

Excel

ERP experience

Corrective actions

Tools

MS Word

Excel

ERP system

Job description

Team Lead II

In this role you will lead a team responsible for assembling an entire product or component of a product. Participate in making decisions affecting the work and the employees performing that work

As a Team Lead II you will:

• Lead manufacturing employees within an area of responsibility on a variety of processes and operations
• Assign work and instruct operators on proper work techniques, quality and safety procedures, and housekeeping requirements
• Check and arrange for availability of materials, tools and fixtures
• Perform a variety of direct labor and other functions within the group to maintain flow of work in an efficient manner to ensure on-time completion
• Audit work of others and ensures all quality procedures are being followed and that nothing leaves the department unless it meets all requirements
• Assist with evaluating the performance of team members against their job requirements and performance goals with the support of the supervisor
• Perform supervisory tasks with the exception of employee discipline and time approvals with support of the supervisor
• Perform internal process audits as required, report all findings
• Analyze and report on materials, processes and products that may cause production disruptions
• Assist with production posting and inventory accuracy within the cell
• Communicate drawing and or BOM (Bill of Materials) discrepancies to Engineering
• Conserve resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results
• Contribute to team effort by training others in performance of inspection tasks as needed
• Document actions by completing production and quality forms

We are looking for someone who:

• Must have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to supervisor and coordinate activities within a department comprised of diverse tasks and demanding schedules.
• Has the ability to read and interpret complex drawings, schematics and explain to others
• Must have intermediate computer skills in MS Word and Excel Experience using an ERP system desirable
• Must be able to understand and apply elements of corrective and preventive actions
• Has 4+ years experience performing work in a manufacturing environment
• Has Experience leading a team - desirable

The physical demands of the job are:

• Work is classified as Medium - Heavy Physical Demand Level (PDL) by the US Dept of Labor's Dictionary of Occupational Titles
• Frequencies - Occasional (1-33%); Frequent (34-66%); Continuous (67-100%)
• Lifting Demands:
  • Lift up to 75 pounds on an occasional basis floor to waist with assistance
  • Lift up to 40 pounds on a frequent basis floor to waist
  • Carry up to 40 pounds on an occasional basis up to 25 feet
  • Push/Pull up to 40 pounds on a frequent basis
  • Push/Pull more than 40 pounds on an occasional basis with assistance
• Postural Demands:
  • Standing – continuous
  • Walking – continuous
  • Bending/stooping – frequent
  • Squatting/kneeling – frequent
  • Lifting – frequent
• Miscellaneous Demands:
  • Griping, manipulation, fingering –continuous
  • Variable hand/power tool use – frequent
  • Two-person tasks using assistive devices for lifting, pulling and pushing including engine stands hand trucks, pallet jacks, and hoists

What we offer you:

Pay Range is typically between $30.75 to $32.50 per hour plus shift differential.

Please note the pay information shown above is a general guideline. Pay is based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications.

G&W Electric offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Health club membership program and reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401 (k)
• Annual Profit Sharing
• Vacation
• Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility

About G&W Electric

Innovating since 1905, G&W Electric has grown into a global leader in engineered electrical power grid solutions. Working with us means joining a worldwide team of passionate manufacturing professionals striving to continually improve the technologies the world depends on to deliver safe, reliable electricity. Our culture is focused on employee success, so we foster an entrepreneurial environment that encourages everyone to thrive.

Learn more about our company by watching this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DMtAhsdYeUQ

G&W Electric enjoys a long reputation for product quality, innovation and world-class customer service to the power industry. We have established this reputation by believing that our greatest asset is our employees. We owe our success to the initiative and talents of highly skilled individuals within our team-based organization. Our goal is to set the standard for customer satisfaction by ensuring a superior level of service, performance and innovation. As a global organization and industry leader, we are committed to cultivating an engaging work environment that embraces our core values and develops our talent. Our continuous focus on growth and innovation means that you become part of a company that provides challenging opportunities, rewards excellence and combines your individual expertise to achieve a higher level of shared success. As part of our organization, you also help power the world!

G&W Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.

G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.

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