TEAM LEADER - MANUFACTURING - 3rd SHIFT

Franklin-Precision-Industr; Salmons (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin-Precision-Industr in Franklin, KY is seeking a Team Leader for the 3rd shift to manage production lines, uphold quality, and supervise operators.

You will replace operators, support line efficiency, train staff, and ensure 5S and safety standards are followed daily. Some travel to customer locations may be required.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement through Kaizen, line balancing, and accurate reporting of production data and defects.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to lead teams and train operators.

Responsibilities

• Replace assembly operators on production lines as needed.
• Assist on lines to ensure smooth production.
• Record and report production and scrap information.
• Conduct 5S and improve workplace organization.
• Train new team members on shift for extended periods.
• Coordinate and document Change Point Control.
• Audit standardized work and ensure quality and safety.

Skills

Team leadership

Quality control

Kaizen

5S

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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TEAM LEADER - MANUFACTURING - 3rd SHIFT

Full Time Manual Labor Franklin, KY, US

General Position Summary

Team Leaders are responsible for the production and quality on one or more manufacturing assembly lines. Duties include but are not limited to; Quality and Facility checks, stocking components, keeping hourly Change Point Record and maintaining 5S at all times.

Essential Functions

• Replace assembly operators in their absence on production lines
• Assist on assembly lines to ensure smooth running of lines
• Report Abnormal Condition to Group leader and Supervisor.
• Conduct worker observation of team members to ensure they are adequately trained.
• Record skill level of subordinates on MFWTT.
• Construct line balance and “Yamazumi” charts to increase line efficiency.
• Accurately Report production, in process defect, and scrap information.
• Conduct Preventative Maintenance of assigned assembly equipment.
• Travel to customer location if needed.
• Coordinate and document “Change Point Control”
• Checks data entry of Quality and Facility Checks and confirms by signature.
• Inform superior of abnormal conditions immediately
• Conduct 5S of assigned work area and teach team members.
• Train new Team Members on shift for extended periods of time
• Rotate staffing for complete training of all operators
• Perform Kaizen Activity on assembly line
• Complete daily reports and charting
• Train operators to standardize work
• Responsible for Quality and Safety of Assembly line
• Develop and support continuous improvement activities and improve company measurables
• Understand the process and run the assembly equipment
• Audit Standardized Work (Audit Plans, Use Check Sheet)

Job Dimensions (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities or KSAs)

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)