Sheet Metal Team Lead (3rd Shift)

About the role

The Sheet Metal Team Lead will oversee daily operations on the 3rd shift in our sheet metal department, ensuring production targets are met while maintaining high quality and safety standards. This hands‑on leader will mentor a team of 10‑15 associates and coordinate with other shifts for seamless handoffs.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, organize and prioritize daily production activities in collaboration with the Area Supervisor.
• Train and mentor new hires and cross‑train associates on all sheet‑metal processes.
• Apply Business Process Standards (BPS) to drive continuous improvement and on‑time delivery.
• Operate a forklift to move sheet‑metal materials safely.
• Read and interpret work instructions, special handling sheets and technical drawings.
• Identify defects, label non‑conforming material and enforce quality standards.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Manufacturing experience, preferably with assembly or CNC machine operation.
• Ability to coordinate tasks for 10‑15 team members.
• Strong communication skills in English (read, write, speak).
• Willingness to work overtime and flexibly across departments.

Required skills

• Forklift operation (certified or able to become certified).
• Proficiency with manual and power tools for sheet‑metal fabrication.
• Use of measuring devices and equipment.
• Reading and applying technical product drawings and work instructions.