Team Leader

Fontaine Spray Suppression Company

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

To manage the day-to-day operations of the Manufacturing Department, ensuring safe, timely, and efficient production to meet or exceed customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

Coordinate daily production to ensure on-time completion and shipping for customer orders. Monitor and maintain production rates that meet or exceed established standards. Provide team members with the tools, materials, and support required to achieve production goals. Ensure accurate and timely reporting of production, scrap, and attendance data. Train employees on safety, quality, and production procedures; enforce adherence to these standards. Uphold all company policies and procedures professionally and positive manner. Treat all employees fairly and consistently while fostering a respectful work environment. Maintain a safe, clean, and organized production area. Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance safety, efficiency, and product quality. Promote a culture of continuous improvement across all areas of responsibility. Conduct performance evaluations and recommend training or development as needed. Oversee routine cleaning, basic maintenance of equipment, and organization of materials and inventory.

Responsibility and Authority

Reports to:              Operations Manager.

Supervises:             Production floor employees.

Authority:              Enforce discipline, assign tasks, and ensure policy compliance.

Collaborates with:   Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality Departments.

Interface:                Operators, Production, and Management.

II.     Workplace Conditions

Tools and Equipment:       Hand tools, personal computers, and various production equipment

Working Conditions:        Exposure to loud noise, dust, and fluctuating temperatures (hot/cold)

III.    Worker Abilities

A.  Physical Requirements

1.  Ability to walk throughout the plant, bend, reach, and climb stairs as needed

2.  Should be able to lift 50-75 pounds.

B.  Mental and Interpersonal Skills

1.   Strong communication skills to effectively interact with all levels of employees

2.  Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

3. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, including the ability to interpret technical instructions.

I****V.    Education and Experience

A.  High School diploma or equivalent required; additional technical training or education preferred

B.  Prior experience in a manufacturing environment with leadership or team coordination responsibilities preferred

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [email protected], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.