Team Leader Unracker/Packing- 2nd Shift

Bonnell Aluminum; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 22,503 - 32,049; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Medical, dental, and life insurance

401(k)

Opportunities for career growth

Job summary

Bonnell Aluminum is seeking a Team Leader for the Un-rack / Packing department in Elkhart, Indiana. This position involves ensuring the efficient operation of the unrack and packing area, leading daily activities, and fostering a positive team environment.

The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma or GED, have previous manufacturing experience, strong leadership abilities, and effective communication skills. The role requires working Monday to Friday from 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm with a starting pay of $19.80 per hour.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing or production experience preferred.
• Prior leadership or team lead experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth operation of the unrack/pack line.
• Lead and support team members effectively.
• Monitor safety, quality, and productivity standards.
• Enforce company policies and procedures.
• Communicate effectively across shifts.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to lead, coach, and motivate team members

Basic math skills

Basic computer and data entry skills

Understanding of unrack/pack processes

Problem-solving and decision-making skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Department: Un-rack / Packing

Reports To: Shift Supervisors

Shift Days/Hours Monday-Friday 3:00 pm- 11:00 pm Must be willing and able to work Mandatory OT on off days as necessary.
Staring Pay: $19.80

Position Overview

The Unrack/Pack Team Leader is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and consistent operation of the unrack and packing area. This role provides leadership, direction, and coordination of daily activities while supporting productivity, quality, and workflow between team members, crane operators, and material handlers.

The Team Leader plays a key role in fostering a positive, team-oriented environment by modeling professionalism, enforcing company policies, coaching team members, and ensuring clear communication across all shifts.

What You Will Do

• Ensure smooth and efficient operation of the unrack/pack line and drying station
• Lead, support, and work effectively with team members
• Maintain strong attendance and punctuality, including arriving 15 minutes prior to shift
• Monitor and maintain safety, housekeeping, quality, and productivity standards
• Communicate effectively with Supervisors, Team Leaders, and Team Members to maximize efficiency
• Promote a team-oriented approach to achieve departmental goals
• Coordinate workflow between crane operators, unracking teams, and material handlers
• Assign and delegate tasks based on staffing and workload
• Maintain cross-shift communication to ensure smooth transitions
• Collect and document production and operational data for reporting and analysis
• Assess team member performance, training needs, and development opportunities
• Enforce company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines consistently
• Identify quality or process issues, take corrective action, and prevent recurrence
• Provide coaching, instruction, and feedback to improve team performance
• Support additional duties and projects as assigned by supervision

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Medium to heavy physical demand
• Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials
• Regular standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs with assistance
• Continuous lifting in the 1–20 lb range
• Must maintain strong awareness of workplace conditions and potential hazards
• Fast-paced work environment with production and quality expectations

What You Need

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Previous manufacturing or production experience preferred
• Prior leadership or team lead experience strongly preferred

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lead, coach, and motivate team members
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
• Basic computer and data entry skills
• Ability to operate department tools and equipment
• Understanding of unrack/pack processes and production flow
• Ability to follow and enforce safety and quality procedures
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to adapt and perform in a fast-paced, high-demand environment

Requirements:

• Must pass all required training, certifications, and qualifications
• Must consistently meet performance and safety expectations

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay
• Paid vacation
• Medical, dental, and life insurance
• 401(k)
• Opportunities for career growth and leadership development

Job Info

• Job Identification 1394
• Job Category Manufacturing Operations
• Posting Date 06/23/2026, 03:24 PM
• Locations Elkhart IN - Bonnell Aluminum

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Bonnell Aluminum does not charge an application fee or require applicants to purchase equipment, uniforms, or supplies at any stage of the application or offer process. If you receive such a request, please report it to1-888-475-8271 .