Production Team Leader
Core
Leading day-to-day manufacturing operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost objectives in a unionized environment.
Role type
Senior IC production team leader
Builds
Production plans, shop floor execution, and manufacturing output
Domain
Medical technology manufacturing
Deliverable
production features
Required skills
manufacturing operations leadership, production planning, resource allocation, performance monitoring, Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, continuous improvement, EHS compliance, cross-functional collaboration, employee development, union relations
Preferred skills
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt, ERP/MRP systems, automation and digitization initiatives
Technologies
ERP/MRP systems
Responsibilities
Lead daily production reviews, Gemba walks, and structured problem-solving activities; drive Lean Manufacturing and waste reduction; ensure compliance with EHS, quality, and regulatory requirements; partner with Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and HR to resolve constraints; develop shop floor capability through training and coaching.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC