Team Leader

Location

• Manitowoc, WI Schedule: Full-Time | 1st Shift (6:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Monday-Friday, occasional overtime) Starting Pay: $21.50/hour
• We are seeking a Team Leader for our Systems Department to support daily production operations and help drive a safe, efficient, and productive work environment. This position serves as a key resource on the production floor, assisting with workflow coordination, team support, and continuous improvement efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Set-up jobs for the department
• Sort and locate parts to complete orders
• Serve as a material handler when needed
• Monitor daily production
• Coordinate the packaging/skidding of parts/items
• Support training of technicians
• Assist in any production cells as needed.
• Support the Lean Process Manager and production coordinators with conveying of goals, huddle information and helping with decisions related to job rotation
• Participate in continuous improvement activities
• Monitor safety concerns and participate in safety trainings.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Leadership or manufacturing experience preferred
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and BPCS systems
• Ability to train, motivate, and lead others effectively
• Forklift Certification (or willingness to obtain)

Working Conditions

Benefits

• Monthly Goal Sharing bonus program with earning potential of up to $190 per month
• 15 Minute paid break
• Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
• HSA w/ Employer Contribution
• Celebration of Achievements
• Employee Stock Ownership Program *Once vesting period is met
• Tuition Reimbursement
• + MORE!
• KI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.