Glass Shop Manufacturing Team Lead

Job Description:

Basic Function

Perform in a working leadership role within the assigned production area to ensure safety, quality, and productivity goals are achieved in a continuous improvement environment. Provide day-to-day direction, training, and support for team members engaged in silk screen printing, direct inkjet printing, glass manufacturing, and other production operations. Lead by example while actively participating in production activities and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, teamwork, and accountability.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Promote and develop an environment of continuous improvement within the department.
• Maintain acceptable 5S level in the assembly and calibration cells.  Drive improvement in 5S if acceptable levels are not met.
• Participate in ITW Toolbox events.
• Communicate and set work priorities for the Team.
• Train and develop team members for increased flexibility in the workforce.
• Assist supervisor in tracking Lean improvements.
• Perform production duties such as assembly, calibration, and glass manufacturing as needed.
• Regular attendance and the ability to get along with others in a team environment.
• Ability to follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Perform accurate inventory transactions.
• Communicate with other departments in the organization (Planning, Engineering & Quality) to meet company goals.
• Drive metric improvements using the SQDIP board.
• Support company continual improvement initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent required, technical degree preferred. 
• Experience in multiple phases of assembly and calibration is preferred.
• Experience with manufacturing a variety of products preferred.
• PC skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel and Outlook required. 
• Must have excellent communication and organization skills. 

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.