Welding Team Lead & Lean Manufacturing Champion

Twin City Fan & Blower Co.; Brookings (SD); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Twin City Fan & Blower Co. in Brookings, SD, is seeking a production teammate to support department training plans, quality checks, and lean initiatives. This role emphasizes 100% coverage, safe operations, and strong teamwork across shifts.

You will aid in 5S improvements, visual factory enhancements, and changeover reductions while maintaining a clean work environment. Daily communication with value stream leaders and sustaining ISO-9000 procedures are key components.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret documents, policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate verbally with co-workers in a productive manner.
• Ability to lead and direct the work of others.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of employee information.

Responsibilities

• Assist with department training plans, progress, and cross training to 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.
• Maintains a clean working environment and safe conditions.
• Assist employees with diagnosing malfunctions in machinery and equipment.
• Actively participates in Gemba and prepares LDMS board as needed.
• Works in the department as needed, up to 80% time, to maintain flow of work.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jack training

Forklift training

Job description

Twin City Fan & Blower Co. in Brookings, SD, is seeking a production teammate to support department training plans, quality checks, and lean initiatives. This role emphasizes 100% coverage, safe operations, and strong teamwork across shifts.

You will aid in 5S improvements, visual factory enhancements, and changeover reductions while maintaining a clean work environment. Daily communication with value stream leaders and sustaining ISO-9000 procedures are key components.