Position Summary Starting Wage dependent upon experience. Hurtt Fabricating Corp. Hurtt Fabricating is seeking a motivated and dependable Manufacturing Team Lead (Working Lead) to join our production team. This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who enjoys working alongside employees while helping coordinate the daily activities of the department. The Working Lead will work closely with the Plant Supervisor to maintain a safe, productive, and team-oriented work environment while helping ensure production schedules and quality expectations are met. Duties & Responsibilities
- Lead by example while actively working alongside team members.
- Assist the Plant Supervisor with coordinating daily workflow and production priorities.
- Help guide, train, and provide direction to employees within the assigned area.
- Work throughout the Cut, Prep, and Finish departments as production needs require.
- Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and production equipment as required.
- Help ensure employees follow established safety procedures and company policies.
- Monitor workflow and communicate production issues or concerns to the Plant Supervisor.
- Work with production, quality, maintenance, and other departments to help resolve problems and keep production moving.
- Promote quality workmanship, productivity, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
- Assist with material movement and job setup as needed.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned. Required Skills & Abilities
- Must have hands-on experience operating manufacturing equipment and a working knowledge of machinery used in a production environment.
- Must have the mechanical ability and willingness to quickly learn and become proficient with the machines and equipment used within the assigned area.
- Previous manufacturing, fabrication, or industrial experience required.
- Previous leadership, lead-person, or supervisory experience preferred.
- Ability to read and understand fabrication drawings.
- Familiarity with welding symbols is preferred.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Good problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with employees at all levels of the organization.
- Dependable, punctual, and safety-oriented.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and occasionally lift up to 100 pounds.
- High school diploma or equivalent required. What Hurtt Fabricating Offers Hurtt Fabricating is an employee-owned company offering:
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Opportunities for advancement
- Training and development opportunities
- Long-term employment stability
- A team-oriented manufacturing environment All applicants offered employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening.
Pay:
$17.00 - $30.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Experience:
Leadership in Manufacturing or Fabricating environment?: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person