Team Leader - 1st Shift, ESOP-Backed Manufacturing

Challenge Manufacturing; Kansas City (MO); In loco; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Challenge Manufacturing in Kansas City, Missouri, seeks a Team Leader to support daily production, drive safety, quality, and timely delivery, and lead by example on the shop floor.

You will train team members, assist with workflow, and resolve process issues while promoting 5S and continuous improvement. This role requires reliability, teamwork, and strong communication with leadership.

Competenze

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of manufacturing or production experience preferred.
• Prior experience in a lead or informal leadership role is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Demonstrates accountability for actions and work results.
• Ability to follow instructions and ensure tasks are completed accurately and efficiently.
• Works well in a team environment and supports others to achieve common goals.
• Communicates effectively with team members and leadership.
• Willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities.
• Demonstrates reliability, punctuality, and good attendance.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Team-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement

Mansioni

• Support daily production activities within assigned work zone to meet safety, quality, and delivery expectations.
• Assist Group Leaders in coordinating workflow and addressing production needs.
• Train team members on standardized work, processes, and job tasks.
• Provide guidance and support to operators with problem solving and process-related questions.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and promote a safe working environment.
• Monitor part quality and elevate concerns when standards are not met.
• Assist in maintaining accurate production reporting, including hourly boards and tracking systems.
• Validate and record process or inspection data as required.
• Support proper housekeeping and organization of the work area (5S standards).
• Identify abnormal conditions and communicate issues to leadership promptly.
• Participate in root cause investigations for quality or safety incidents when needed.
• Help ensure materials, tools, and equipment are available and functioning properly.
• Encourage teamwork, engagement, and positive morale among team members.
• Assist with onboarding and mentoring new employees.
• Follow company procedures for production identification, traceability, and containment of non-conforming material.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Team supervision

Manufacturing experience

Quality awareness

Safety adherence

Problem solving

Communication skills

Formazione

High School diploma or GED

Strumenti

Basic computer skills

Descrizione del lavoro

Challenge Manufacturing in Kansas City, Missouri, seeks a Team Leader to support daily production, drive safety, quality, and timely delivery, and lead by example on the shop floor.

You will train team members, assist with workflow, and resolve process issues while promoting 5S and continuous improvement. This role requires reliability, teamwork, and strong communication with leadership.