Production Team Leader Off Shifts

Reports To: Plant Leader

Positions Supervised: Production Operators, Set Up
TRAVEL: <5%

Technicians, Process Technicians, Material Handlers

POSITION SUMMARY

The Production Team Leader is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the shift and plays a key role in
providing leadership to the production team as well as leading/executing process improvements. Assists with
creating a culture of accountability and teamwork with a focus on execution of production schedule, customer
satisfaction and meeting production metrics.
Standard Work: 1) Promote Safe Work / Environment 2) Process execution/improvement 3) Resource
management/Schedule execution 4) Develop and Motivate Team 5) Metric and achievement focus

ESSENTIAL DUTIES 

Committed to the Mission, Vision, and Values of Nicolet Plastics LLC. 
Promote safety programs and safe work practices. 
Achieve performance standards for quality, inventory and safety. 
Provide direction, leadership and support for direct reports, motivating team’s and encouraging

teamwork. 
Utilize and support other’s use of the ERP system (IQMS) to maintain manufacturing best practices. 
Prioritize, schedule, and delegate work assignments, aligning resources with systems. 
Coordinate resources to execute production schedules for components, parts, and sub-assemblies. 
Ensure the training of new and current team members on the processes and methods required to achieve

and maintain manufacturing best practices. 
Participate in planning meetings regarding: plant, process, personnel & equipment improvements. 
Conduct monthly 1 with 1 meetings and annual IDP’s for all team members supervised and execute

development plans. 
Ensure adherence to Quality Management System (QMS) procedures and requirements, participate in

ISO planning sessions. 
Develop, recommend, and implement departmental policies and procedures, processes, and methods. 
Continually evaluate processes and methods, making recommended measures to improve production,

equipment, performance, utilization of team members, and quality of product. 
Act as a technical resource to address and resolve inquiries and problems; analyze and resolve work

problems, and assist team members in solving work problems. 
Ensure the timely completion of all required production paperwork, records, and documentation. 
Review timekeeping, vacation schedules and overtime approval. 
Ensure compliance with all safety and work rules as determined by Nicolet Plastics, OSHA and/or any

other regulatory bodies utilized. 
Supporting and maintaining housekeeping standards. 
Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE 

Requires an Associate’s Degree in Leadership Development, Supervisory Management, or related field
and/or combination of related education and leadership experience. 

Requires five to seven years of production experience. 
Requires a minimum of three years leadership/supervisory experience. 
Requires 3-5 years of ERP experience. 
Requires good oral and written communication skills in order to interact with team members. 
Lean and continuous improvement experience required. 
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. 
Training Within Industry knowledge preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is frequently required to stand for long periods of
time; walk, handle tools, or controls; communicate and listen (hear). The team member is occasionally required
to climb or balance. The team member must occasionally lift and/or move parts, reports, files, office supplies,
etc. weighing up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision,
color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Lift/Carry
Stand C (Constantly) 10 lbs or less F (Frequently)
Walk C (Constantly) 11-20 lbs F (Frequently)
Sit O (Occasionally) 21-40 lbs O (Occasionally)
Handling / Fingering C (Constantly) 41-100 lbs N (Not Applicable)
Reach Outward C (Constantly) Over 100 lbs N (Not Applicable)

Reach Above Shoulder O (Occasionally) Push/Pull
Climb O (Occasionally) 12 lbs or less O (Occasionally)
Crawl O (Occasionally) 13-25 lbs O (Occasionally)
Squat or kneel O (Occasionally) 26-40 lbs O (Occasionally)
Bend F (Frequently) 41-100 lbs N (Not Applicable)

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs/day)
F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day)
C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs/day)



Work is performed primarily in a manufacturing environment; moderate to high levels of dirt, noise, vibrations,
equipment movement hazards, fumes, chemicals/solvents, and electrical hazards. Occasional work in an office
environment with use of computer and other standard office equipment. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
such as safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, etc. is to be worn as applicable throughout entire shift.

COMPETENCIES 
Team Leadership 
Guiding and developing staff 
Communication 
Decision Making / Trouble shooting 
Building Trust