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Team Lead - Sioux Bins

Sioux Steel Company

Lennox, SD

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Best Practices, Business Support, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Demand Forecasting/Planning, Detail Oriented, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Engineering Drawing, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Identify Issues, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Machine Tool, Machining Operations, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Management, Manufacturing Requirements, Mathematics, Microsoft Office, Operations, Operations Management, Order Management, Problem Solving Skills, Production Control, Production Management, Production Schedule, Production Support, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Safety Compliance, Safety/Work Safety, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Support Documentation, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management
LOCATION
Lennox, SD
POSTED
30+ days ago
Description

SUMMARY

The Team Lead is responsible for overseeing daily operations within assigned production work cells, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency objectives are met. This position provides hands-on leadership by coordinating people, materials, and processes while supporting continuous improvement initiatives. The Team Lead acts as the primary point of contact for the work cell, driving accountability, standard work, and operational excellence.

Essential Functions

  • Lead and coordinate daily activities within assigned work cells to meet production schedules and customer demand.
  • Partner with Production Managers, Supervisors, and other Team Leads to align resources and priorities.
  • Promote and enforce a safe working environment, ensuring completion of safety checklists and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Manage Manufacturing Orders (MOs) through the work cell, ensuring accuracy, proper routing, and timely completion.
  • Review drawings, work instructions, and SOPs to ensure manufacturing activities meet specifications and quality standards.
  • Assist with machine setup and operation, ensuring efficient and safe production practices.
  • Monitor in-process and finished product quality; adjust labor, equipment, or materials as needed to maintain standards.
  • Ensure raw material staging and availability to support uninterrupted production flow.
  • Track tooling usage and report tooling needs, repairs, or replacements.
  • Identify and communicate required changes to MOs related to material, routing, or work center updates.
  • Utilize ERP/MRP systems (e.g., Fourth Shift) to track production, material usage, and labor.
  • Manage drop-off material including storage, usage, and disposition.
  • Support scrap reduction efforts and material utilization goals within the work cell.
  • Assist with directing team members to work centers, scheduling, training, and adherence to SOPs.
  • Support documentation efforts, including creating and updating SOPs and required production paperwork.
  • Assist with sorting, cleaning, packaging, and staging finished parts for downstream operations as needed.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned to support business objectives.


Qualifications

education & TRAINING requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • Prior experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment required.


work experience requirements

  • Previous leadership or supervision of front-line team members preferred.
  • Experience with manufacturing best practices, lean principles, or continuous improvement initiatives preferred.
  • Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems such as Fourth Shift preferred.
  • Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
  • Basic Math skills required.


Essential functions - physical & Mental Requirements

Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. at waist level and 30 lbs. at shoulder level on an occasional basis.
  • Stand and walk frequently throughout the shift.
  • Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching.
  • Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, and moving equipment.


COMPETENCIES -

  • Safety Leadership: Demonstrates a strong commitment to workplace safety and compliance .
  • Operational Leadership: Effectively coordinates people, materials, and processes to meet goals .
  • Communication: Communicates clearly and professionally with team members, supervisors, and cross-functional partners.
  • Problem Solving: Identifies issues quickly and implements effective solutions.
  • Continuous Improvement: Actively seeks opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and cost.
  • Attention to Detail: Inspects materials and processes to ensure conformance to specifications.
  • Technical Aptitude: Reads engineering drawings and uses measuring devices (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, profile scanners).
  • Reliability: Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision .


WORK ENVIroNMENT

  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.



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