Team Lead - 2nd Shift - Composites - Waukesha

Company: The Gund Company
Location: Waukesha
Posted on: April 1, 2025

Job Description:

Description:OverviewJoin The Gund Company, where you will find friends who will support and challenge you to crush goals that provide amazing growth opportunities. We are in the business of electrical insulation manufacturing, but we really pride ourselves in just being a group of fun, driven, problem solvers who LOVE what we do!The Gund Company: Take Care of Each Other, Take Care of the Customer and Take Care of the BusinessJob SummaryPrimary role is managing resources; Operators, equipment and materials. Responsible for flow of work through the shop and technical training of Operators. In addition, the role requires the ability to operate all machinery, and perform the most complex machining, set-ups, and programming. Essential Job FunctionsResource ManagementPrimarily serve as shift or work cell team lead that guides operators and projects of varying scope and work cells:Serve as a technical resource and team leader for operatorsTrain and develop less experienced operators and participate in their development in partnership with VSMComplete work order paperwork and demonstrate an outstanding record of quality, efficiency, and productivityProvide guidance, feedback and positive behavior modeling The Gund Company culture of care:Determine if tools are undamaged and in safe condition for use Make suggestions to improve production and order processing efficiencyFollow safety rules and quality standardsModel ethical and moral behavior consistent with the values and ideals supported by The Gund CompanyTechnical FunctionsAdditional duties in setting up and operating machinery. Set-up and operate machines in multiple families of equipment that include but are not limited to saws, manual mills, lathes, presses, routers etc. Performs progressive machining operations on parts and work orders involving very close tolerances and/or unusual requirementsPerform in-process inspection according to standard proceduresMaintain a clean and organized work areaRequirements:Qualifications and CompetenciesPerform work independently with minimal defectsAbility to be flexible in situations when production needs change unexpectedly. Intermediate math skills & aptitudeAbility to understand drawing and blueprintsAbility to use measuring instruments accurately and effectivelyExcellent problem-solving skillsMust be able to work overtime as neededEducation and ExperienceA technical degree and 5+ years of experience preferred, Or, experience and education will be consideredPrior experience in a manufacturing industry is requiredPhysical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee may be required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.Work EnvironmentThe work environment is typical of most shop environments, not climate controlled and impacted by outdoor weather conditions. Team members are exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting.Frequent exposure to fumes/dust particles; may require use of respirators or other types of PPE.May come in contact with toxic or caustic chemicals.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.Why Join Us?Our employees have a vested interest in our Company's success. The Gund Company is 30% employee-owned through our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan). Shares are awarded each year based on a calculation that takes into consideration our Company's financial profitability, employee tenure, and earnings. There is no out-of-pocket investment required!In addition, our employees enjoy:A safe and healthy work environmentCompetitive wagesComprehensive, cost-effective employee benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability401(k) retirement savings program with a 50% employer match up to 6% of contributionsRegular employee feedback through our IDP (Individual Development Plan)According to the Gallup Q12 employee survey method, The Gund Company is ranked "world-class" regarding employee engagement. Please review our current career opportunities and consider applying today! We are always accepting applications for new talent to join our organization.EEO Statement: It is the policy of The Gund Company to recruit, hire, train, and promote employees without discriminating based on race, gender, age, religion, national origin, veteran status, sexual preference, or disability.Sample Titles: Team LeadSample Equipment:(Table Saw, Chop Saw, Radial Arm Saw, Manual Router, Disc Sander, Band/Cut-Off Saw, Panel Saw, Shear, VARTM, Autoclave, Slitting, Press Brake) HR use onlyLast Revised: 02/2022PI4d5a7036eb44-25660-37246254

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