Team Lead - Sheetmetal

Dover Corp; Keosauqua (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Corp in the United States is seeking a Team Lead for Production (Sheetmetal, Paint, Kitting, Welding, Woodshop). The role oversees the 3rd shift, bridging employees and the Production Supervisor to meet daily targets and uphold safety standards.

Responsibilities include coaching, ensuring PPE and tools are available, coaching performance, and coordinating with the supervisor on production metrics and quality requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of two years of relevant manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe working environment and that the team is working safely.
• Set the example for safety, attendance, productivity, attitude, etc.
• Assign tasks to meet daily production targets.
• Ensure team members have required PPE, parts, tools, etc., to perform assigned tasks.
• Provide on-the-spot verbal coaching or correction and document as required.
• Keep supervisor informed of individual performance trends.
• Ensure production standards are met.
• Read and comprehend a job order, bill of materials, blueprint, text, or schematic drawings.
• Assist with lean initiatives on the floor and participate in continuous improvement events.
• Read rulers, tape measurers, metal squares, and other measuring instruments.
• Maintain the work area in a clean, safe, and orderly manner.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Blueprint reading

Hand tools proficiency

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Measuring devices

Job description

Job Title: Team Lead - Production(Sheetmetal, Paint, Kitting, Welding, Woodshop)

FLSA Status: Hourly / Non-Exempt

Department: Operations

Supervisor: Production Supervisor

Shift: 3rd

What we are looking for:

The Department Lead is responsible for coordinating the activities of production and employees by acting as a bridge between employees and the Production Supervisor.

What you'll be responsible for in this role:

• Ensure a safe working environment and that the team is working safely
• Set the example for safety, attendance, productivity, attitude, etc.
• Assign tasks to meet daily production targets
• Ensure team members have required PPE, parts, tools, etc., to perform assigned tasks
• Provide on-the-spot verbal coaching or correction and document as required, both good and bad
• Keep supervisor informed of individual performance trends, both good and bad
• Ensure production standards are met
• Mediate conflict between team members
• Understand at a basic level employment compliance risks (ex: ADA, FMLA, sexual harassment, bullying, threats of violence, etc.), and report to department leadership and HR in a timely manner
• Ensure team members are trained to perform assigned tasks
• Complete audits and sign offs in respective areas
• Ensure critical information is communicated at shift turnover
• Demonstrated understanding of production operations
• Assist assigned department with tracking parts, resolving issues, and communicating with team members
• Assume other activities and responsibilities from time-to-time as directed by supervisor
• Read and comprehend a job order, bill of materials, blueprint, text, or schematic drawings
• Identify parts and part descriptions using work order information and identify proper tools needed to perform duties in respective area
• Assist with lean initiatives on the floor and participate and/or lead continuous improvement events
• Must be able to adapt to rapidly changing situations
• Performs any assembly-type function, using hand or power tools
• Utilize appropriate information given on material gauging and dimensioning
• Read rulers, tape measurers, metal squares, and other measuring instruments
• Fasten parts together with bolts, screws, speed clips, rivets, or fasteners
• Identify maintenance needed on equipment and tooling
• Work at different workstations as production needs require
• Maintain the work area in a clean, safe, and orderly manner
• Use proper safety equipment and apparel required for each operation on individual's product line or work cell
• Perform other duties as assigned

What are the basic qualifications?

• High School Diploma/GED required
• Minimum of two (2) years relevant experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment

To be a great fit for the role:

• Team oriented - values the synergy of a team and operates as a team player
• Effectively collaborates, engages others in discussion and is hands-on in problem solving
• A fast learner able to quickly come up to speed on business processes to manage and serve the needs of the organization
• A passion for getting things right
• Can-do attitude, committed to finding solutions
• Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend blueprints and schematic drawings
• Demonstrated proficiency with handheld tools and other measuring devices
• Demonstrated proficiency with written and verbal communication and/or instruction

Physical Demands:

• Occasionally - Sitting, stooping/twisting, kneeling, squatting, reaching, gripping, foot use, visual acuity, and lifting up to 75lbs
• Frequently - Standing, walking, pushing/pulling, keyboarding, and lifting up to 50lbs
• undefined*Occasionally - Occurs up to 1/3 of the time*Frequently - Occurs 1/3 to 2/3 of the time