Team Lead Production

Permobil; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401(k) Employer match

Generous PTO

LTD/STD/Life Insurance

Job summary

Permobil is seeking a Team Lead Production in New Berlin, WI for the 1st shift (Mon-Fri, 5:30am–2:00pm). This role supports the Production Supervisor, ensures material availability, and maintains smooth floor operations to meet build schedules.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and at least 2 years of manufacturing experience, with the ability to read and follow English work instructions and to read a tape measure. Overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read, understand, and communicate manufacturing instructions in English.
• Ability to read a tape measure.
• Familiar with portable power tools such as a drill, band saw, and grinder.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the management and flow of the Production Floor; ensure adequate materials for assembly.
• Read and follow work order specifications via EDO and hard copies to ensure timely, quality parts.
• Print, review and resolve issues with Late Order Report.
• Provide general direction to employees on the production floor.
• Help out on the production floor when needed and assist in training staff.
• Assist Production Supervisor with hiring and interviewing new team members.

Skills

Tape measure reading

English instructions

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team leadership

Manufacturing experience

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Portable power tools

Job description

Permobil has a position open for a Team Lead Production

• Pay Range: $23.00 – $29.00 per hour
• Shift: 1st Shift
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 5:30am–2:00pm (Must have the ability to work overtime hours.)
• Location: New Berlin

Build what’s next at Permobil.

Permobil exists to create a future that is free from mobility limitations . We design and deliver innovative mobility solutions that transform lives—helping people live with greater independence, dignity, and freedom.

We Are Entering Our Next Phase Of Growth By

• Driving faster, breakthrough innovation
• Building a world-class, resilient manufacturing system
• Delivering exceptional customer experiences that build lifelong loyalty .

Supported by a bold, people-first culture and an AI-enabled business , we are turning ambition into impact at scale.

Join us in shaping the future of mobility.

Your Role in Our Mission

• Under the direction of the Production Supervisor, assist in the management and overall flow of the Production Floor. Ensure adequate levels of materials are available for assembly.
• Read and follow work order specifications via Electronic Distribution of Orders (EDO) & order hard copies to ensure quality parts in a timely fashion.
• Print, review and resolve issues with Late Order Report.
• Provide general direction to employees on production floor.
• Help out on production floor when needed.
• Assist Production Supervisor on product issues.
• Assist in training employees.
• Assist Production Supervisor with the selection and interviewing of new team members.
• Provide feedback to Production Supervisor regarding employee performance.
• Work with Customer Service Representatives and Materials Group to resolve issues.
• Ensure safe working environment by complying with all safety and work rules and regulations.
• Report unsafe conditions and/or acts; complete injury reports; and work with safety team to rectify and correct potential safety hazards.
• Manage production floor in absence of Production Supervisor.
• Follow and comply with all safety, work rules, regulations, ISO procedures, lean Initiatives and lean events.
• Special projects as assigned.
• Complete and maintain required paperwork, records, documents, etc.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding personnel discussions, discipline, etc.
• Maintain departmental housekeeping standards.
• Maintains quality service by: Meeting/Exceeding all measurements of performance: quality, accuracy, timeliness, and thoroughness of work performed.
• Contributes to team effort by: Maintaining a good attendance record; accomplishing related results as needed; having on call list responsibility.
• Maintains technical knowledge by: Attending educational training.
• Highlight cross-functional collaboration and ownership.
• Emphasize continuous improvement and efficiency.

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant manufacturing experience.
• Proven in-depth product knowledge.
• Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide and metric conversions).
• Ability to read a tape measure.
• Ability to read, understand, and communicate manufacturing instructions in English.
• Must be familiar with portable power tools such as a drill, band saw, and grinder.
• Good oral and written communication skills in order to interact with employees and management.
• Must have problem solving skills.
• Must be able to maintain confidential information.
• Must have intermediate computer knowledge and ability to navigate the internet to access company portals.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before employees of the organization.
• Ability to define problems, collects data, establishes facts, and draws valid conclusions.
• Proficient personal computer skills including electronic mail, record keeping, excel, word processing, spreadsheet, etc.
• Prioritize tasks.
• Handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Other Skills.
• Good communication skills; mechanical aptitude; fabrication skills helpful; good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Strong problem-solving mindset.

Pay Transparency

The expected pay range for this role is $23.00 – $29.00 per hour . Final compensation will depend on factors such as experience, skills, and internal equity.

In addition to base pay, Permobil offers our full - time employees the following:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits that begin on your first da y
• HSA contribution matching up to $1,600/year
• 401(k) Retirement – 100% employer match on the first 3%, with 50% matching on the next 2% with immediate vesting. Traditional and ROTH options .
• Generous PTO policies
• 100% Employer paid LTD, STD, and Life Insurance plans

Permobil will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

About Permobil

Permobil was founded on the belief that helping people achieve the greatest level of independence is a basic human right. For over 50 years, we’ve been a global leader in advanced rehabilitation technology, continuously improving the lives of our users through innovative mobility solutions.

Today, our portfolio includes power wheelchairs, seating and positioning products, and manual mobility solutions. Permobil operates in more than 18 countries and is part of Patricia Industries, a subsidiary of Investor AB.

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