About this role
Job Description
Our client is seeking a hands-on 1st shift Manufacturing Team Leader to support daily production operations within a powder coating environment. This role will coordinate workflow, guide production employees, promote safety and quality standards, and help drive productivity improvements while supporting cross-functional manufacturing needs.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate daily production activities, ensuring work is prioritized and completed safely, efficiently, and according to quality expectations.
- Assign employees, balance labor needs, and adjust workflows to support production goals.
- Monitor equipment, materials, and process performance to identify issues and minimize disruptions.
- Track production results, support continuous improvement efforts, and communicate shift priorities and updates.
- Provide direction, coaching, and support to production team members while encouraging teamwork and employee development.
- Promote cross-training across departments and support flexibility within manufacturing operations.
- Maintain a safe work environment by reinforcing safety procedures, PPE requirements, machine operating guidelines, and workplace organization standards.
- Conduct safety observations, identify potential hazards, and address unsafe conditions when necessary.
- Perform in-process quality checks, ensure required documentation is completed, and help resolve quality concerns, scrap, rework, and production issues.
- Serve as a communication link between production employees and leadership, escalating concerns and sharing important updates.
- Support a respectful, collaborative workplace culture and assist with resolving team concerns.
Job Requirements
Qualifications
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High school diploma or equivalent.
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Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing experience with prior experience leading, coordinating, or directing the work of others.
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Knowledge of manufacturing safety practices, quality processes, and production workflows.
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Basic computer skills for production reporting and documentation.
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Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
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Preferred Qualifications
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Experience working in powder coating or finishing operations.
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Background in sheet metal manufacturing or similar industrial environments.
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Previous experience as a Team Lead, Lead Operator, Supervisor, or similar production leadership role.
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Titles Encouraged to Apply
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Manufacturing Team Lead
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Production Team Lead
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Production Supervisor
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Lead Manufacturing Operator
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Manufacturing Coordinator
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Contract positions
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Will be employed and paid hourly by iMPact Business Group. Benefits (medical, dental & vision) are available after 90 days of employment.
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Permanent placed employees
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Paid by and qualify for benefits in accordance with the policies of the hiring company.