The Warn Group believes that every team member plays a significant role in our success. We enable our customers with the tools they need to work and play outdoors. This position description is designed to outline the primary duties of the role, qualifications, and job scope. Just as we do not want our customers to be limited in the outdoor space, we do not want to limit our team members nor the organization to just the work that is identified. It is our expectation that each team member will serve their customers wherever, whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors.
Position Summary:
Under general supervision, the Production Team Lead serves as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for their assigned department and assists the Production Supervisor in supporting daily production activities. This position provides technical guidance, supports employee training, promotes quality and safety standards, assists in resolving production issues, and helps coordinate workflow to support departmental goals. The Production Team Lead is expected to lead by example, support continuous improvement efforts, and serve as a resource for team members.
Essential Functions:
- Serve as the primary Subject Matter Expert (SME) for assigned department processes, procedures, equipment, and products.
- Provide day-to-day guidance, technical support, and training to team members.
- Assist the Supervisor in coordinating daily workflow and production activities.
- Monitor production activities and communicate concerns, issues, resource needs, and improvement opportunities to the Supervisor.
- Assist in troubleshooting production, process, material, equipment, and quality-related issues.
- Promote safe work practices and reinforce compliance with company safety procedures.
- Support efforts to meet production schedules, quality standards, and productivity expectations.
- Identify and assist with implementation of continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintain required production, quality, and training documentation.
- Perform expert-level production duties as needed to support departmental objectives.
- Collaborate with production, quality, maintenance, engineering, leadership personnel, etc. to support business objectives.
- Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, punctuality, teamwork, effective communication, and safe work habits.
- Oversee the maintenance and proper functioning of production equipment.
- Be a role model for others and contribute to a positive company culture.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Key Performance Indicators:
The KPIs outlined below are indicative of core performance expectations and may be supplemented by additional responsibilities as required. The Production Team Lead supports and influences performance against these metrics but is not solely responsible for their achievement. KPIs include Safety Audit Compliance within the designated work area, First Pass Yield, Scrap Rate (internal and external), Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE), Labor Productivity, and Production Efficiency.
Required Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Manufacturing, production, assembly, warehouse, machining, fabrication, or related experience required.
- Demonstrated comprehensive expertise in assigned departmental processes, applicable skilled trade, procedures, equipment, and products.
- Previous experience training, mentoring, and assisting employees preferred.
- Ability to read and interpret work instructions, production documentation, blueprints, specifications, and drawings as applicable.
Required Qualifications, Skills & Abilities:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English sufficiently to understand instructions, procedures, safety requirements, and business communications.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain professional and productive working relationships.
- Ability to train, coach, and assist team members in the performance of job duties.
- Strong organizational, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and time management skills.
- Ability to identify and communicate operational, quality, and safety concerns.
- Self-motivated and dependable with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, customer service, and continuous improvement.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, measurements, conversions, and production-related calculations.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
- Stand and walk for extended periods, including shifts of up to 12 hours when required.
- Frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, twist, reach, push, pull, climb, and perform repetitive movements.
- Frequently grasp, handle, manipulate, and inspect parts, materials, tools, and equipment.
- Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds independently and occasionally move 100+ pounds with assistance or mechanical lifting devices.
- Possess sufficient manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and motor skills to safely operate equipment, tools, computers, and production machinery.
- Possess sufficient visual acuity, depth perception, peripheral vision, and color recognition to inspect products, identify defects, read gauges and measuring instruments, and perform quality verification activities, with or without corrective lenses.
- Use computers and other technology devices frequently throughout the workday.
- Wear and properly utilize all required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, safety-toed footwear, respirators, and other protective equipment as required.
- Maintain the physical stamina, mental focus, situational awareness, and sound judgment necessary to safely perform essential job functions throughout the duration of assigned shifts, including overtime.
Availability Requirements:
Due to the nature and scope of this position, performance of the essential functions requires regular, consistent attendance and on-site presence. Approximately 40 hours per week may be required to efficiently perform the duties of this position. Overtime, extended shifts, weekend work, and schedule adjustments may be required to meet business and operational needs.
Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software:
Computer, copier, printer, scanners, manufacturing and production equipment, measuring devices, inspection equipment, gauges, hand tools, material handling equipment, Microsoft Office applications, and other business and production-related software systems.
Environment/Atmospheric Conditions:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Duties are primarily performed in a manufacturing, warehouse, assembly, machining, fabrication, or production environment with occasional office-related activities. Employees may be exposed to loud operating machinery and equipment, forklift and material handling traffic, hot, cold, humid, or otherwise fluctuating temperatures, dust, dirt, oils, chemicals, fumes, and vapors. Additionally, moving mechanical equipment and manufactured products, frequent interruptions, changing priorities, and fast-paced production demands. Adherence to all safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements is mandatory.
What’s In It for Me? At the Warn Group, we take care of our team - because when you succeed, we all do. Here’s what you can expect when you join us:
- 3 Weeks of Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) – We believe in work life balance.
- 10 Company Provided Paid Holidays – So you can be present for the events that matter most.
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Comprehensive coverage plans for you and your family.
- Company Provided Short-Term & Long-Term Disability – We've got your back if life throws you a curveball.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – With company match eligibility after your first paycheck to help you plan for the future.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free support resources for mental health, financial guidance, legal services, and more.
- Team Member Discounts – Significantly save on Warn Group products and gear through our employee purchase program.
- Career Growth & Training – Learn new skills, grow your knowledge, and advance with us.
- Team Environment – Work with people who support, respect, and value each other.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Warn Industries is committed to providing FMLA and equal opportunities for all applicants. Warn Industries recruits, hires, trains, and promotes team members in all job classifications without regard to age, race, color, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by law. For more information on FMLA, EEO and EPPA regulations, you can check out our career page located at www.warn.com.
Warn Industries hires U.S. citizens and persons lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. All new employees must complete an INS Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9) and be able to provide verification of their status as a Non-Foreign person as defined by International Traffic in Arms Regulations, Section 120.14- 120.16. Warn Industries uses E-Verify for eligibility verification to work in the U.S. For more information on E-Verify, you can visit www.e-verify.com