Manufacturing Team Lead

Manufacturing Team Lead

Wabtec is now hiring for a Manufacturing Team Lead position in Buffalo Grove, IL. The pay rate is $38.00 – $42.00 per hour for a 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

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 and 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

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