Team Leader I-3

Win at Wilsonart

At Wilsonart, we don’t just make surfaces—we build careers. When you join our team, you become part of something bigger: a company driven by innovation, grounded in values, and powered by people who care.

You’ll be surrounded by teammates who take pride in their work and look out for one another. You’ll have the chance to learn, grow and make a real impact. And you’ll be part of a company that believes winning means helping you succeed at work and in life.

Here, you’ll win with:

Support that keeps you well

• Medical, dental, and life insurance

• Company-paid short- and long-term disability

• FSAs and dependent care options

• Vision and legal benefits

• Gym discounts and wellness clinics

• Tuition reimbursement—for you and your dependents

Opportunities to grow

• Clear paths to promotion and internal mobility

• Training, coaching, and mentorship

• Development programs to support your goals

Time for what matters

• Paid vacation and holidays in your first year

• A culture that respects work-life balance

Job Description:

The Team Leader I, under the direction of their supervisor, is responsible for communicating work assignments to meet the daily schedule. Able to resolve most questions and problems through knowledge and refers complex issues to supervisor. Performs their primary job 90% or more of the time.  This is a day shift position working Wednesday - Saturday.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·       Reviews schedules, specifications and priorities to communicate crew/shift work assignments.

·       Assigns duties to employees and oversees their crew’s activities.

·       Assists employees in resolving problems and escalates complex problems.

·       Assists in training personnel on production operations, quality and safety, ensuring work instructions and safety rules are followed.

·       Is respectful and professional in communicating with others, providing clear, concise information and/or directions.

·       Communicates with the previous and oncoming crews effectively and timely to transition daily production needs.

·       Assists in leading effective lean meetings in supervisor’s absence.

·       Works with employees to escalate ideas/suggestions and the completion of Hazard ID’s.

·       Provides information regarding employee performance and behaviors that needs recognized or addressed to supervisor/manager in a timely manner.

·       Acts as a role model (leadership, values, behaviors, attendance, policies, etc).

·       Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES

• Knowledge of safety standards applicable to the area of work and other pertinent rules/regulations governing work standards.
• Knowledge of systems to proficiently complete work transactions.
• Knowledge of product types and the manufacturing process.
• Knowledge of quality standards.
• Ability to support leadership with decision making
• Skilled in verbal and written communication, including tact and diplomacy when dealing with others.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality; demonstrates Wilsonart’s values.
• Skilled in organizing and prioritizing; ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to operate machinery in a safe and comfortable manner.
• Works well with others and in creating a team environment.
• Knowledge of company policies, procedures and practices.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:  

High School diploma or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE:

One year of experience in related department required; demonstrating leadership qualities.

WORKING CONDITIONS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Heavy Work - Tasks involve pushing/pulling, lifting and standing or using force equal to handling materials of 50 to 100 pounds.

ENVIRONMENT:

Located in an environment with regular exposure to fumes or odors, temperature extremes, or loud noises which cause noticeable discomfort or moderate risk of accident or illness. Examples: engineering, waste mgt, laundry workers and yards/grounds staff

We’re looking for people who are ready to learn, ready to lead and ready to make a difference. If that sounds like you, you can win at Wilsonart.

Wilsonart is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.