Weld Team Leader - Lean & CI Champion

Twin City Fan & Blower; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Twin City Fan & Blower in Brookings, SD is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead and develop the value stream within the manufacturing department. You will support training plans, cross training, and 5S improvements to increase flexibility and coverage while maintaining safety and quality.

You will coordinate with Maintenance, participate in Gemba walks, prepare LDMS boards, and drive continuous improvement initiatives, auditing processes and coaching teams to meet KPI goals and company values.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to read and interpret documents, work instructions and standards.
• Strong verbal communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience leading and directing the work of others.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee information; adhere to policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist with department training plan, progress, and cross training efforts to increase flexibility and ensure 100% coverage.
• Ensure quality checks and paperwork are complete before product leaves the department.
• Support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.
• Assist with 5S improvements, Visual Factory Improvements, and Changeover/Setup reductions.
• Maintain a clean working environment with open aisles and good housekeeping.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with department requirements and schedules.
• Drive safe and timely production of scheduled deliverables, using people, equipment, and material efficiently.
• Participate in Gemba and prepare LDMS boards as needed.
• Create and update standard work instructions and train staff accordingly.
• Act as a First Responder when trained and uphold ISO-9000 procedures.

Skills

Team leadership

Verbal communication

Reading blueprints

Shop math

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Twin City Fan & Blower in Brookings, SD is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead and develop the value stream within the manufacturing department. You will support training plans, cross training, and 5S improvements to increase flexibility and coverage while maintaining safety and quality.

You will coordinate with Maintenance, participate in Gemba walks, prepare LDMS boards, and drive continuous improvement initiatives, auditing processes and coaching teams to meet KPI goals and company values.