Production Team Leader

This role is responsible for setting the tone, attitude, and work culture within the manufacturing environment while leading a team of assemblers to successfully achieve production goals related to Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Employee Engagement. The ideal candidate will have manufacturing experience, strong leadership skills, and a passion for developing employees while driving continuous improvement through Lean Manufacturing and 6S principles.

Production Team Leader - 3rd Shift
Louisville, KY Area
Full-Time | 3rd Shift (9:30 PM - 6:30 AM, Monday-Friday) Competitive Pay + Excellent Benefits
Job Summary
LINAK is seeking a motivated and results-driven Production Team Leader to lead daily operations on our production floor. This role is responsible for setting the tone, attitude, and work culture within the manufacturing environment while leading a team of assemblers to successfully achieve production goals related to Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Employee Engagement.

The ideal candidate will have manufacturing experience, strong leadership skills, and a passion for developing employees while driving continuous improvement through Lean Manufacturing and 6S principles.
Key ResponsibilitiesProduction Leadership

• Lead daily production cell activities to achieve productivity and efficiency goals.
• Assign work based on production demand and employee training needs.
• Support employee development and communicate performance or disciplinary concerns to leadership.
• Complete daily production reporting, performance tracking, and documentation.
• Coordinate work order administration and related paperwork.
• Troubleshoot production issues and escalate concerns when necessary.
• Provide leadership coverage for other Team Leaders as needed.

Quality & Process Improvement

• Ensure compliance with standardized work instructions and quality standards.
• Support production training initiatives and verify training documentation.
• Partner with Quality and Engineering teams to resolve production and supplier quality issues.
• Assist with process improvements and corrective actions.

Safety, Lean & 6S

• Promote a safe work environment and ensure completion of all required safety training.
• Lead 6S initiatives and workplace organization efforts.
• Conduct routine audits and reinforce Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Identify opportunities to eliminate waste and improve efficiency.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate's Degree in a related field preferred.
• 1-3 years of manufacturing experience required.
• Previous manufacturing leadership experience preferred.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Technical aptitude and ability to understand manufacturing processes.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Goal-oriented with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.

Schedule
3rd Shift: Monday-Friday, 9:30 PM - 6:30 AM

Training Period: New hires will spend approximately the first month on 1st or 2nd shift for onboarding and training.
Benefits






Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Contribution
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Teladoc Services
• Employee Incentive Programs
• Onsite Workout Facility
• Climate-Controlled Manufacturing Environment

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Join a company that values teamwork, innovation, and employee development while offering long-term career growth opportunities.




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