Team Lead Production - Night Shift 2 2 3 Schedule

Job Description

About the Role

Are you a hands-on production leader who thrives in fast-paced, high-impact environments? We’re looking for a Team Lead – Production to drive results, develop talent, and keep our operations running like a well-oiled machine. In this role, you’ll lead by example on the floor, ensure smooth day-to-day production, and empower your team to exceed safety, quality, and efficiency targets.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead and develop a high-performing team —from day-to-day guidance to coaching, performance reviews, and career development conversations

• Own the production schedule, resource planning, and shift coordination to maximize output without sacrificing quality

• Drive continuous improvement by identifying bottlenecks, reducing waste, and collaborating across teams

• Ensure compliance with all safety protocols, audits (5S), and training requirements

• Monitor KPIs like productivity, scrap rate, absenteeism, and safety metrics , and take action when they’re off track

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Quality, Maintenance, HR, and Supply Chain) to hit production goals

• Participate in CAPEX planning, onboarding of new employees , and support site-wide improvement projects

Qualifications

What Success Looks Like

• Your team is trained, supported, and consistently meeting targets

• Production runs are smooth, well-coordinated, and data-informed

• You lead with clarity, accountability, and a people-first mindset

• You spot issues before they escalate and fix them with confidence and calm

• Your area of responsibility is audit-ready, always

What You Bring

• 5+ years of experience in production leadership roles

• Strong background in injection molding, assembly, or related manufacturing environments

• Formal training or certification as a Technician or Master Craftsman (or equivalent experience)

• Proven ability to lead in high-volume, metric-driven environments

• Strong knowledge of MES/ERP systems , production KPIs, and lean tools like FMEA, Ishikawa, KVP, 5S, or KT

• Comfortable using tools like Microsoft Office and other digital production systems

• Solid communication skills and basic proficiency in English (spoken and written)

Soft Skills We Value

• Confident leadership with a humble, team-first mindset

• Flexibility, resilience, and a calm approach under pressure

• Sharp decision-making paired with empathy and integrity

• A passion for operational excellence and helping others grow

Why Join Us?

At Gerresheimer, what we do literally saves lives. We're not just making parts—we’re making a difference. This is your chance to step into a visible leadership role where your impact is real, your team matters, and your voice is heard.

Ready to lead a team that delivers excellence every shift? Apply now and be part of something that matters.

Additional Information

• clean room work environment
• 40hr work week
• company health benefits, 401k, PTO

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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