Team Leader - 3rd Shift na Masco

Position:  Production Team Leader

Department:  Production (VF/Extrusion)

Reports To:  Group Leader

Overview: 

The Production Team Leader plays a critical role in supporting daily operations and fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement on the production floor.  Acting as a working leader, this role is responsible for coordinating production activities, ensuring quality standards are met, and providing day-to-day guidance to team members.  The Production Team Leader models Delta Faucet Company’s core values by setting expectations, communicating clearly, and maintaining a focus on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) metrics.  This position requires a hands-on, people-focused leader who can drive performance while developing team capabilities.

Key Responsibilities: (including but not limited to)

Leadership & Communication

• Lead by example in safety, quality, attendance, and work ethic

• Communicate daily goals, changes, and expectations to team members

• Foster collaboration between shifts and departments

• Support conflict resolution and promote a positive work environment

Safety & Compliance

• Monitor work areas to ensure compliance with safety protocols and PPE usage

• Conduct daily safety checks and report or address hazards

• Participate in daily safety discussions and promote a proactive safety culture

Operational Oversight

• Ensure production cells meet daily throughput and quality targets

• Respond to and escalate production disruptions such as absenteeism, equipment issues, or material shortages

• Maintain readiness of workstations by coordinating tooling, materials, and resources

• Adjust labor assignments to optimize staffing levels

Quality & Problem Solving

• Perform regular quality checks and address issues in real-time

• Follow escalation procedures, including the Quality Hold process, when needed

• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for recurring problems

• Lead by enforcing adherence to Standardized Work

Continuous Improvement

• Encourage team member involvement in process improvement

• Support Kaizen events and problem-solving workshops

• Assist in identifying bottlenecks and suggesting improvements

Coaching & Development

• Train and cross-train new and existing employees

• Provide performance feedback and recommend corrective actions when needed

• Support team engagement and recognition efforts

Daily Management & Leader Standard Work

• Lead or participate in pre-shift GEMBA walks and Tier 1 huddles

• Provide shift-level updates and contribute to Tier 2 discussions as required

• Track and communicate SQDC metrics and corrective actions

• Execute and sustain daily Leader Standard Work (LSW) tasks including visual checks, standard audits, and escalation protocols

Qualifications & Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalence

• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment required

• Prior leadership or lead-person experience preferred

• Must demonstrate strong communication, organization, and accountability

• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and production tracking systems

Must be able to:

• Lift, bend and reach, including below waist level and above shoulder level

• Lift, push and pull weights of up to 25lbs frequently and up to 50lbs.occasionally

• Work daily overtime and weekend support as dictated by production schedule.