Manufacturing Team Lead

Wabtec is Now Hiring Manufacturing Team Lead - Direct Hire

Location Buffalo Grove, IL

Pay Rate: $38.00 - $42.00 per hour

Shift: 1st Shift | Monday-Friday | 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Put Your Manufacturing Team Lead Skills in Gear. We've Got Work.

Ready for a Manufacturing Team Lead job where you're seen, supported, and appreciated? We're hiring people who make a real impact behind the scenes - because nothing runs without a strong team.

You take initiative. You drive results.

Here's what we're looking for.

• 4-6+ years of manufacturing experience, including formal leadership or team lead experience
• Demonstrated experience supervising or leading production employees
• Strong working knowledge of machining, fabrication, or welding processes
• Ability to plan workflow, allocate labor, and meet production schedules
• Experience enforcing safety, quality, and standard work on the floor
• Forklift license (required or ability to obtain)
• Associate's degree, technical training, or equivalent experience

Preferred (Helps You Stand Out)

• Machining or welding certifications
• Experience in lean manufacturing, TPM, or continuous improvement
• Prior experience leading teams in a union or regulated environment

Physical Requirements

• Standing for the majority of the shift
• Lifting up to 35 lbs
• Walking, bending, reaching as required in a manufacturing environment

What You'll Lead & Own

• Directly lead and coordinate a team of production employees (skilled & semi-skilled)
• Assign work, set daily priorities, and manage labor to meet production targets
• Serve as the first point of escalation for safety, quality, and workflow issues
• Enforce standard work, safety rules, 5S, TPM, and lean manufacturing practices
• Monitor output, downtime, and quality metrics; take corrective action as needed
• Train, coach, and mentor employees; support onboarding and skills development
• Partner with engineering, quality, and materials to meet customer delivery commitments
• Review and interpret blueprints, routings, BOMs, and work instructions
• Document production performance, training completion, and continuous improvement efforts
• Lead problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives on the floor

Why Leaders Choose Wabtec

• Competitive hourly pay with leadership-level compensation
• Stable 1st shift schedule
• Full benefits package: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k)
• Annual bonus eligibility
• Career growth within a global manufacturing organization
• Strong safety culture and structured production systems

One Associates Take for Best in the Biz

"I have worked through a lot of temp agencies, and Staffmark is by far the best one. I was contacted and placed quickly. They show true care and concern about their employees." - Kelly, Staffmark Associate

Join a Team That Works for You

At Staffmark, we're more than just a staffing company-we're your career partner. As part of RGF Staffing and Recruit Group, an HR powerhouse behind big names like Indeed and Glassdoor, we've got the muscle and the know-how to get you where you want to go.

With more than half a century of experience and a track record of putting hundreds of thousands of people to work every year, we've got your back. Whether you're looking to level up, switch gears, or just get to work fast, we make it happen.

Join us and experience the advantage of working with a trusted name in recruiting-because your success is our success.

The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.

About Us

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