Team Lead, MHT Production

Jobtailor; Wooster (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Wooster, OH is seeking an experienced Production Lead to guide teams in optimizing manufacturing performance. You will oversee operators, improve efficiency, ensure quality, and support changeovers and preventive maintenance.

Applicants should have strong knowledge of production processes, experience with CNC machining and related operations, and proficiency in SAP and MS Office. Excellent communication and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Advanced production knowledge required.
• Strong mechanical abilities.
• Experience with CNC/Grinding/Welding/Stamping/Heat Treatment or Assembly.
• Proficient in SAP and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Self-motivated with a results-driven attitude.

Responsibilities

• Lead employees and optimize production performance.
• Increase operator and equipment efficiency while maintaining quality.
• Troubleshoot equipment and assist with changeovers and setups.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance and work schedules.
• Set the example for quality and housekeeping practices.
• Maintain maintenance reports, incentive records, scrap records, SPC charts, and attendance scheduling.
• Encourage continuous improvement via SPS activities and problem-solving tools.
• Perform routine quality audits.
• Resolve conflicts, communicate openly, and drive production to meet objectives.
• Adhere to company policies and safety guidelines.
• Lead and coach employees, providing feedback on performance, quality, and safety.
• Mentor and empower employees to foster a team environment.

Skills

Advanced production knowledge

Superior mechanical ability

Production processes knowledge

CNC Machining

Grinding

Welding

Stamping

Heat Treatment

Assembly operations

SAP

Microsoft Office

Excellent communication

Self-motivated

Decision making

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Lead employees and work as a team to optimize production performance
• Use expertise to increase operator and equipment efficiency and productivity while ensuring consistent quality standards
• Troubleshoot equipment; assist with changeovers and setups
• Coordinate preventative maintenance and work schedules
• Set the example for quality and good housekeeping practices
• Maintain accurate maintenance reports, incentive records, scrap records, SPC charts, and time and attendance/vacation scheduling
• Encourage continuous improvement participation through SPS activities and general problem-solving tools
• Perform routine quality audits
• Resolve conflicts, communicate openly, and drive production to meet organizational objectives
• Adhere to and enforce company policies and safety guidelines
• Lead and coach employees, providing feedback on performance, quality, and safety
• Mentor and empower employees to foster a team environment

Requirements

• Advanced production knowledge and experience
• Superior mechanical ability
• Good knowledge of production processes, measurement and inspection procedures, production planning and control
• Experience in CNC Machining, Grinding, Welding, Stamping, Heat Treatment, or Assembly operations
• SAP and Microsoft Office proficiency
• Excellent written and verbal communication ability
• Extremely self-motivated and driven to achieve results
• Ability to prioritize and make decisions
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• External applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment visa or other sponsorship

Core Competencies

Demonstrates advanced production knowledge and mechanical ability, with expertise in CNC Machining, Grinding, Welding, Stamping, Heat Treatment, and Assembly operations. Proven track record in optimizing production performance, leading teams, and ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Advanced Production Knowledge
• CNC Machining Experience
• SAP Proficiency
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Team Leadership

Hard Skills

• Mechanical Ability
• Production Processes Knowledge
• Measurement and Inspection Procedures
• Production Planning and Control
• Quality Audits
• Preventative Maintenance Coordination
• Troubleshooting Equipment
• Changeover and Setup Assistance
• Continuous Improvement Participation
• SPC Chart Maintenance

Soft Skills

• Conflict Resolution
• Open Communication
• Self-Motivation
• Decision-Making
• Mentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Industry Keywords

• Production Performance
• Quality Standards
• Good Housekeeping Practices
• Incentive Records
• Scrap Records
• Time and Attendance Scheduling
• SPS Activities
• Problem-Solving Tools
• Safety Guidelines
• Team Environment

Tools & Technologies

• SAP
• Microsoft Office