Join JLG as a Production Floor Team Lead and take charge of our second-shift operations. You’ll guide an engaged team to hit safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals while building a culture of continuous improvement.

Shift: Monday–Thursday, 7:00 p.m.–5:00 a.m. (overtime as required)

• Supervise daily manufacturing work, allocate tasks, and ensure the right tools and materials are in place.
• Uphold safety and 5S/housekeeping standards across the area.
• Maximize throughput without compromising quality; balance labor and workflow to meet plan.
• Coach Team Members, deliver feedback, and conduct periodic performance appraisals.
• Lead small-group problem-solving and continuous improvement (Kaizen) activities.
• Maintain accurate performance records and production documentation.

• Analyze current and new products to define optimal methods, standards, equipment, tools, and cell layouts.
• Run root-cause analyses; coordinate with Manufacturing Engineering and other partners to implement corrective actions quickly.
• Identify cost, flow, and quality opportunities; prepare supporting analyses, layouts, and comparative cost estimates.
• Audit and update standards to enhance data accuracy.

• Ensure compliance with MPS, WPS, Router Documentation & Work Instructions, ISO requirements, JLG Quality System Procedures, and EHS policies.
• Spot risks to quality and drive robust countermeasures.
• Adjust machines, processes, materials, or assembly techniques to meet specifications.
• Strengthen inspection practices to elevate product quality and reduce cost of nonconformance.
• Investigate defects; recommend updates to products or standards as needed.

• Support Materials Management with technical insights for purchasing raw materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Assist in qualifying new sources and suppliers.
• Provide input to strategic manufacturing roadmaps.
• Other duties as assigned.

• At least 1 year of supervisory experience in manufacturing or production.
• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management or related field (preferred).
• Team Coordinator Assessment (preferred).
• Lean/Six Sigma or PMP/Project Management certifications (preferred).
• Experience with Lotus Notes and JDE is a plus; you’ll be expected to become proficient within three months.
• Completion of Team and Continuous Improvement Training (or willingness to complete).
• Proven ability to plan and organize projects; strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Hands-on technical aptitude on the production floor.
• Knowledge of CFM, pull systems, Kaizen, Poke‑yoke/Poke-yoke, Lean Manufacturing, Toyota Production System, Just-in-Time, time standards, ergonomics, EHS, ISO 9000, general computer proficiency, and assembly-process manufacturing.