Team Leader, 1st Shift, Paragould, AR

Team Lead I

Job Type: Full-time, Non - Exempt

Duration of role: Permanent

Location: Paragould, AR

About Us

Tate Americas is a key business within Kingspan Data Solutions and is at the forefront of delivering integrated solutions to the rapidly expanding data centre market. We combine engineering expertise, advanced manufacturing and operational excellence to deliver complex, mission-critical projects for some of the world's largest technology companies.

With significant investment and ambitious growth plans, Tate is evolving beyond traditional manufacturing to become a fully integrated solutions provider, offering customers a seamless delivery model from design and manufacturing through installation, commissioning and final handover.

About the Role

Team Lead I leads daily production operations to ensure efficient output, quality, and safe execution within manufacturing environments. The role is responsible for coordinating production workflows, supervising team members, and supporting real-time problem resolution on the production floor. Success in this role results in consistent production performance, reduced downtime, and improved team efficiency aligned with operational targets

What You'll Do

• Production Operations & Output Management
• Own daily production output ensuring targets, schedules, and quality standards are achieved.
• Coordinate production line activities maintaining workflow continuity and minimizing operational downtime.
• Monitor equipment performance and escalate issues impacting efficiency and production output.
• Support machine setup, changeovers, and adjustments ensuring consistent production operations.
• Track production metrics and report performance against established operational goals. Team Leadership & Workforce Coordination
• Lead production team members ensuring consistent execution of assigned tasks and responsibilities.
• Assign daily work and adjust staffing levels based on production demand requirements.
• Provide coaching, training, and hands-on support to improve team performance.
• Monitor adherence to procedures ensuring compliance with production and operational standards.
• Communicate priorities, updates, and performance expectations to production team members.

Additional Expectations

• Remain compliant with the Code of Conduct and Policies which includes the Kingspan Group Compliance Policy.
• Ensure that all duties related to product compliance are adhered to in accordance with the Product Compliance Policy, Laws, Regulations, and market demands.
• Responsible for all tasks to achieve compliance goals and demands of the Compliance Management System.
• Must raise concerns related to the Compliance Management System to their supervisor, manager, or any member of the Leadership Team, or through the confidential whistle blower service.

What You'll Bring

• High School Diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing or production environments required.
• 1-2 years of experience leading teams in production or operational environments preferred.
• Strong understanding of production workflows, equipment operation, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience operating and supporting production equipment within fast-paced manufacturing environments.
• Ability to monitor production metrics including output, efficiency, and downtime performance.
• Experience working with production tracking systems, work orders, or ERP platforms preferred.
• Strong understanding of safety standards, procedures, and manufacturing compliance requirements.
• Ability to identify operational issues and make real-time decisions on production floor.
• Strong problem-solving skills supporting root cause analysis and process improvement initiatives.
• Effective communication skills across production teams and manufacturing leadership.
• Strong organizational skills managing priorities, workflows, and daily production activities.
• Experience supporting lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives preferred

What You'll Get

• Pay range: $24-$28 USD per hour.
• Career Scope and Advancement: As we grow, new positions and career opportunities arise, offering accelerated paths for the right candidates, locally and globally.
• World of Wellness Philosophy: We empower you to take charge of your health and well-being. You'll have access to a wide range of medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with personalized guidance from a "Health Advocate." We also offer other supplemental options, including 401k, legal, disability, and theft insurance, to ensure your financial wellness.
• Corporate Social Responsibility: Through Planet Passionate we are determined to reduce our manufacturing carbon (CO2e) emissions to as close to zero as technically possible, together with halving carbon intensity in our primary supply chain. We are very involved in our community, and you will have ample opportunities to support us in creating a better world.
• Skills Development: Given the dynamic pace of our business and a strong collaborative environment, your new role will be diverse and multifaceted allowing you to be more versatile and develop a broader skill set.
• Mentorship and development: At Tate, we don't believe in hierarchy, we work together as one team for one common goal. You will have access and exposure to our senior leaders and experts for learning in your role, and additionally mentorship for the future.
• Culture: We have a great team culture, highly collaborative, supportive, and social. Together we innovate, collaborate, take ownership, and strive for excellence.

Tate Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of post-offer requirements, including a background check and drug screening, in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.