Welding Team Lead | Lean & CI Champion

Twin City Fan Companies, Ltd.; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Twin City Fan Companies, Ltd. is seeking a motivated production associate to support department training, quality checks, and lean initiatives on the factory floor. You will assist with 5S, standard work, and daily metrics while ensuring timely, safe production.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to ISO procedures, and cross-functional collaboration to maintain high-quality output in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 2+ years in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as policies, work instructions and standards.
• Ability to communicate verbally with co-workers in a productive manner.
• Ability to lead and direct the work of others.
• Ability to work as a team member to achieve Company objectives.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of employee information.

Responsibilities

• Assist with department training plan, progress, and cross training to achieve 100% coverage.
• Support 5S, Visual Factory improvements, and setup reductions.
• Maintain safe, clean working environment and housekeeping.
• Assist with ISO-9000 procedures and ensure compliance.
• Act as a role model for team engagement and morale.
• Participate in root-cause analysis and daily metrics collection.

Skills

Shop math & measurement

Hand & power tools

Blueprints & orders

KPI & core values

Safety & quality focus

Team leadership

Communication

Confidentiality awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

2+ years manufacturing experience

Tools

Forklift and Bridge Crane Training

Electric and Manual Pallet Jack Training

Job description

Twin City Fan Companies, Ltd. is seeking a motivated production associate to support department training, quality checks, and lean initiatives on the factory floor. You will assist with 5S, standard work, and daily metrics while ensuring timely, safe production.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to ISO procedures, and cross-functional collaboration to maintain high-quality output in a fast-paced environment.