Team Lead - Manufacturing

PADNOS; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Match

Profit Sharing

Tuition reimbursement

First Time Home Buying Assistance

Performance Driven Bonuses

Job summary

PADNOSis a full-service recycling company seeking a Team Lead for Holland Yard in Holland, Michigan. The role oversees production and logistics on the night shift, reports to the Operations Coach, and focuses on safety, efficiency, and KPI achievement.

Candidates should have 2+ years leading a manufacturing team and strong communication skills. The position emphasizes teamwork, process improvement, and mentorship to ensure high quality output and safe operations in a fast-paced plant and yard

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience leading a team of individuals in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to serve and to lead.
• Must be able to perform to all essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production and logistics areas during shift.
• Implement PADNOS safety rules and expectations daily with team members.
• Assess workflow improvements in and out of the plant with Coach.
• Create new processes and implement change to maximize efficiencies.
• Execute sound problem-solving practices for all types of situations.
• Communicate clearly on mission-critical information up and down reporting structure.
• Mentor and train Plant Team Members.
• Exceed KPI targets through team-based leadership.

Job description

Manufacturing - Holland Yard, 140 West 7th St., Holland, Michigan, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Monday, August 17, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Our professionalTeamMembers are committed to providing service excellence and are passionate about going above and beyond to exceed our customer’s expectations. We are looking for individuals who have integrity with strong initiative and relentless attention to detail to do the right thing. We continue to find ways to innovate, lead and make a positive difference in the world. Join our successful team and have an impact on sustainability, one day at a time.

PADNOS is a full-service recycling company handling paper, plastic, metals and electronic recycling. We tailor recycling programs for consumer and industrial clients throughout the United States. PADNOS was founded over a century ago and continues to transform the recycling industry. The company has thrived as a family business through four generations and has grown to be a market leader and best in class innovator.

PADNOS has a rich history of taking care of ourTeamMembers, their families and the multiple communities we serve. We invest in ourTeamMembers and offer the following benefits:

• Competitive Wage
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 100% Tuition reimbursement for Team Members
• First Time Home Buying Assistance
• 401K Match and Profit Sharing
• Performance Driven Bonuses

Schedule: 7:00PM - 7:00AM, 4 days Rotating

The Team Lead will report directly to the Operation Coach . They will be responsible for overall operations of the production and logistics areas during their shift.

• Implement PADNOS Safety Responsibility Rules processes and expectations daily with team members.
• Work directly with Coach to assess workflow improvements in and out of the plant .
• Create new processes and implement change to maximize efficiencies.
• Execute sound problem-solving practices for all types of situations.
• Communicate clearly and consistently on mission critical information both up and down their reporting structure.
• Understand and communicate concerns based upon level of risk.
• Achieve competency in buying, switching, inventory management and other duties to backfill gaps as needed.
• Maintain positive and p ro-active approach to running the plant and yard.
• Provide mentorship and training of Plant Team Members.
• Exceed KPI targets through team-based leadership.
• Build a culture of diversity, inclusion, fairness, accountability equity, and high standards with all personnel.
• Assure the highest level of quality in all tasks being performed .

Team Lead Position Qualifications:

• 2 plus years experience leading a team of individuals in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to serve and to lead
• M ust be able to perform to all essential functions of the position with or without accommodations

PADNOS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, weight, height, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, genetic medical information, protected veteran status, or disability status. #IND123

PADNOS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, weight, height, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, genetic medical information, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Manufacturing - Holland Yard, 140 West 7th St., Holland, Michigan, United States of America