Team Leader, Fabrication - 2nd shift

AriensCo; Town of Brillion (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

AriensCo in Brillion, WI, is seeking a hands-on 2nd shift Fabrication Team Lead to drive daily production goals through strong leadership and adherence to standard work. You will train team members, identify and eliminate waste, and ensure safety, quality, and productivity remain top priorities while solving problems on the line in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Experience in Lean manufacturing, takt time management, and experience with problem-solving processes is preferred, with

Qualifications

• Minimum High school diploma or 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.
• Trained in TWI.
• Become torque certified (training will be provided).
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead area team members on the 2nd shift.
• Adherence to standard work and improvement of standard work.
• Create, maintain, audit, and improve standard work.
• Ensure cycle time is at or below takt time; assist on the line to meet daily goals.
• Train new employees and transfers; cross-train as needed.
• Fill in for team members on vacation or absence.
• Root cause problem solving to prevent daily production goals shortfalls.
• Identify waste and eliminate it; drive safety, quality, productivity and delivery.

Skills

Lean

6S

Team leadership

Standard work

Takt time

Education

High school diploma or GED

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 peopleSpeaking 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 a hands-on leader with a passion for driving results and developing people? AriensCo in Brillion, WI, is looking for a motivated individual to help lead our 2nd shift Fabrication team and help us meet daily production goals through strong leadership, adherence to standard work, and a commitment to continuous improvement. In this role, you’ll be on the floor training team members, solving problems, eliminating waste, and ensuring quality, safety, and productivity remain top priorities. If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and are ready to take the next step in your leadership journey, this is the opportunity for you!Pay: Starts at $26/hour + $4.00/hour Shift PremiumSchedule & Shift: Monday - Thursday (4 days x 10 hours); 2:30PM-12:30AMTHE DAY TO DAY...Lead area team membersAdherence to standard workCreate, maintain, audit, and improve standard workEnsuring team members cycle time is at or below takt time, includes helping on the line if needed to meet daily production goalsTraining new employees, transfers, and cross trainingFilling in for team members on vacation or absentRoot cause problem solving issues that prevent the cell from meeting daily production goalsGood understanding of waste elimination, continuous improvement, safety, quality, productivity, and delivery. Ability to identify waste and eliminate itProperly filling out production control charts and good understanding of the production control board and its functionAbility to effectively communicate to team members, supervisors and other Ariens Company personnelTHE QUALIFICATIONS...Minimum High school diploma or general education degree (GED) requiredClear understanding of Standard work, time observations, takt time, takt vs. actual, bar charts, standard work combination sheets, spaghetti diagramsProven understanding of 5 Key measures (policy deployment measures)Training and communication skillsUnderstanding of Lean and 6SBasic computer skillsTrained in TWIBecome torque certified (training will be provided)Understands and has the ability to utilize the Ariens Company Standardized Problem Solving ProcessPast leadership experience preferredAdditional education in lean, leadership, or manufacturing preferredApplicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.About AriensCoSince 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. AriensCo employees are provided various great benefit opportunities which may include:Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance effective first day of employmentDependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plan401(k) match and profit-sharing plansLife InsuranceHealth Savings Accounts (HSA)Short Term DisabilityParental LeaveOnsite Marketplace Care Partners at all locationsPaid holidaysEmployee Assistance ProgramTuition Reimbursement and Apprenticeship ProgramsSafety shoes and safety prescription glasses reimbursementEmployee Product Purchase Program50% Daycare discount **Brillion Early Learning Center10% tuition discount at KinderCare Learning Centers nationwide **Excludes Brillion Early Learning CenterOnsite health clinic with Bellin Health **Brillion Campus OnlyNearsite & Urgent Care Clinic Options **Brillion Campus OnlyEEO StatementThe 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.