Team Leader (Fabrication) - 1st shift

Ariens Company; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) match and profit-sharing

Paid holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

AriensCo is seeking a Team Leader to oversee brake press and forming or welding operations in Brillion, WI. The role emphasizes lean practices, standard work, and continuous improvement while guiding a dedicated team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Starting pay is $26.00/hour with a $2,000 sign-on bonus. Work schedule is Mon-Thu, 4x10s, 4:30AM-2:30PM. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Understanding of lean, 6S and standard work.
• Training and communication skills essential.
• Experience with TWI is a plus.
• Basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead area team members and ensure adherence to standard work.
• Create, maintain, audit and improve standard work.
• Keep cycle time at or below takt time and assist on the line as needed.
• Train new employees and manage cross-training.
• Address root cause issues to meet daily production goals.
• Communicate effectively with team, supervisors and Ariens personnel.

Skills

Lean and 6S

TWI training

Standard work knowledge

Time observations

Takt time understanding

Problem solving process

Leadership experience

Training & communication

Basic computer skills

Safety & quality focus

Education

High school diploma or GED

Lean/manufacturing coursework

Tools

Ariens Standardized Problem Solving

Job description

At AriensCo, we build more than exceptional products – we create opportunities that impact careers. Our culture values innovative thinking, hard work and determination. We interact in teams, collaborate together and make decisions quickly. We see growth potential in every team member, and are committed to supporting our employees with continuous training and advancement opportunities. Our environment? We’re corporate, without being “corporate.” Whether you work at our headquarters, manufacturing facilities, or one of our global distribution businesses, you’ll always have the freedom to create and contribute. Our company vision is “Passionate People, Astounded Customers.” Quite simply: it revolves around people Speaking of people, you’re not just employee #1,762 to us. You’re family and your role is invaluable. Without exceptional people, we can’t continue to produce the amazing products we’re known for around the world. Ready for the ride of your career? Then come join us. By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to work in a rewarding workplace with a strong sense of community.

Job Description:

Are you ready to take the lead and make an impact? AriensCo is seeking an energetic Team Leader to oversee our brake press and forming or welding operations in Brillion, WI. If you excel in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and are driven by continuous improvement, this role is made for you.

Pay:

Starting at $26.00/hour + $2,000 sign on bonus

Schedule & Shift:

Monday - Thursday (4 days x 10 hours); 4:30AM-2:30PM

Day to Day:

• Lead area team members
• Adherence to standard work
• Create, maintain, audit, and improve standard work
• Ensuring team members cycle time is at or below takt time, includes helping on the line if needed to meet daily production goals
• Training new employees, transfers, and cross training
• Filling in for team members on vacation or absent
• Root cause problem solving issues that prevent the cell from meeting daily production goals
• Good understanding of waste elimination, continuous improvement, safety, quality, productivity, and delivery.
• Ability to identify waste and eliminate it
• Properly filling out production control charts and good understanding of the production control board and its function
• Ability to effectively communicate to team members, supervisors and other Ariens Company personnel

Qualifications:

• Minimum High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• Clear understanding of Standard work, time observations, takt time, takt vs. actual, bar charts, standard work combination sheets, spaghetti diagrams
• Proven understanding of 5 Key measures (policy deployment measures)
• Training and communication skills
• Understanding of Lean and 6S
• Basic computer skills
• Trained in TWI
• Become torque certified (training will be provided)
• Understands and has the ability to utilize the Ariens Company Standardized Problem Solving Process
• Past leadership experience preferred
• Additional education in lean, leadership, or manufacturing preferred

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

About AriensCo:

Since 1933, the AriensCo name has been associated with reliable, durably crafted, high-performance outdoor power equipment. Our core values – Be Honest, Be Fair, Respect the Individual, Keep our Commitments, and Encourage Intellectual Curiosity define our culture and inspire our team. We believe passionate people and astounded customers lead to unstoppable success. Our employees’ quality of life is important to us. When people feel appreciated, respected and supported, careers thrive and ideas come to fruition.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance effective first day of employment
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plan
• 401(k) match and profit‑sharing plans
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Short Term Disability
• Parental Leave
• Onsite Marketplace
• Care Partners at all locations
• Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement and Apprenticeship Programs
• Safety shoes and safety prescription glasses reimbursement
• Employee Product Purchase Program
• 50% Daycare discount
• **Brillion Early Learning Center 10% tuition discount at KinderCare Learning Centers nationwide
• **Excludes Brillion Early Learning Center
• Onsite health clinic with Bellin Health
• **Brillion Campus Only Nearsite & Urgent Care Clinic Options
• **Brillion Campus Only

EEO Statement:

The concept of diversity is important to us at AriensCo. That’s why we’ve created a culture that is inclusive, accepting and understanding.

We embrace diversity among our partners, suppliers and employees.

We also strive for diversity in the quality of our ideas. Inclusion and acceptance means that, regardless of who you are, you will always be standing on our welcome mat.

AriensCo is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and steadfastly committed to hiring and selecting the most qualified candidate for any open position.

It is the policy of AriensCo to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Providing our employees with an environment free of discrimination and harassment is something we take very seriously.

Embracing diversity enables us to attract the best qualified talent, foster productive teamwork, and expand our business opportunities.

Additional Information:

Based in Brillion, Wis., AriensCo is a privately-owned and operated corporation focused on outdoor products that serve the needs of both consumer and professional customers. Established in 1933, the company manufactures outdoor power equipment under the Ariens® and Gravely® brands.

• EEO is the Law
• EEO is the Law (Spanish)
• Federal Family Medical Leave
• Employee Polygraph Protection Act
• Right to Work
• Right to Work (Spanish)

This Employer Participates in E-Verify.

If you would like assistance applying at AriensCo, please feel free to visit us at our corporate headquarters, located at 655 West Ryan Street in Brillion, WI.