About this role
Position Overview
Manufacturing Team Lead (Paint, Assembly & Wood Shop)
Location: Akron, OH
Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 10-hour shifts (Fridays and overtime as needed)
RJS Corporation is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Team Lead to oversee daily operations in our Paint, Assembly, and Wood Shop departments. This is a working leadership role where you'll lead by example, support production goals, maintain quality and safety standards, and help develop a high-performing team.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead daily operations across Paint, Assembly, and Wood Shop areas
- Assign work and coordinate production priorities
- Train and mentor employees on processes, quality standards, and safety procedures
- Monitor productivity, workflow, and quality performance
- Review work orders, drawings, and assembly instructions
- Ensure materials and work areas are production-ready
- Support continuous improvement initiatives
- Promote a safe, organized, and efficient work environment
Qualifications
- 5+ years of manufacturing experience in assembly, painting, woodworking, fabrication, or related operations
- Previous Team Lead, Crew Lead, or Supervisory experience preferred
- Ability to read drawings, work instructions, and production schedules
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
- ERP/MRP system experience preferred
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Company-Paid Dental & Vision Coverage
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
- 401(k) with Company Match up to 4%
- PTO + Birthday PTO
- 9 Paid Holidays
- Safety Shoe & Safety Glasses Reimbursement
- Tool Purchase Assistance Program
Join a stable, family-oriented manufacturer with over 75 years of success and take the next step in your manufacturing leadership career. Apply today!
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