Team Leader - John Deere Contract Role - 1324744

Are you a natural leader who excels under pressure, possesses a strong safety mindset, and knows how to drive performance within a unionized manufacturing environment? As Cerebral Staffing , we are looking for a dedicated Team Leader to join our team supporting our client, John Deere , at the Dubuque Works facility in Dubuque, IA . If you are a proactive decision-maker ready to guide frontline operations and build a positive, highly engaged team culture, we want to hear from you. Backhoe Operations Team Leader This is a high-impact leadership role offering a long-term 16+ month contract paying up to $40/hr , including 2 Weeks of PTO . Operating as a vital supervisor on the shop floor, you will manage individual and department performance across safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency metrics to support John Deere's world-class Backhoe Operations.

Position Details & Compensation Pay Rate:

Up to $40/hr (W2).

Location:

100% Onsite in Dubuque, IA.

Duration:

16+ Months.

Shift:

3rd Shift (10:30 PM - 6:00 AM production hours).

Overtime:

Required as necessary (weekdays or weekends, including some Saturday work) to meet operational goals.

Benefits:

2 Weeks PTO, Health, Dental, Vision, Life, 401k, and Referral Bonuses.

Visa Sponsorship:

Not available now or in the future.

Core Responsibilities Operations Leadership:

Manage daily staffing and line moves to hit shift production targets. Drive department-level support for 5S implementation, Continuous Improvement (CI), manpower planning, and operating budgets.

Team Supervision & Policy Enforcement:

Supervise assigned personnel and conduct crucial conversations, including enforcing company policies, work rules, and taking corrective action/discipline when required.

Safety Culture & SERA:

Lead safety communications, manage the Safety and Ergonomic Risk Assessment (SERA) process, and prompt near-miss reporting to implement quick, thorough corrective actions.

Quality & Training Compliance:

Ensure operators have appropriate training, clear work instructions, and necessary tooling to guarantee manufactured products exceed established quality standards.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Communicate across multiple plant functions, including engineering, supply management, operations, and labor relations/HR.

Required Skills & Experience Union Environment:

2 or more years of experience working in a unionized manufacturing setting.

Manufacturing & Quality Principles:

1 or more years of experience working with manufacturing and quality management tools and processes.

Communication & Decision Making:

Proven ability to make sound, proactive decisions in a high-pressure or time-sensitive environment, alongside excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Shift/OT Flexibility:

Full willingness to work 3rd shift and overtime/weekends as required to support on-time delivery.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology, Operations, Business/Management, Supply Management, OR equivalent related work history. What Makes You Stand Out 1 or more years of leadership/supervisor experience specifically in a union environment. 1 or more years of experience with production control systems (preferably within John Deere). Experience with shop floor manufacturing and incentive pay systems (such as CIPP). Cross-functional background in Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Material Control, or Supply Management. Proficiency with operating and information systems (Excel, SAP, SharePoint, PowerBI).

APPLY NOW

to lead production and safety excellence at John Deere Dubuque Works!

Pay:

Up to $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person