Production Operator-Team Lead

Are you a hands-on manufacturing leader who thrives on building high-performing teams and driving continuous improvement on the production floor? Then join us in our mission to pioneer smarter solutions for moving and transforming water, reducing energy consumption, and enhancing quality of life for people. As our new APU Team Lead , you will be supporting and motivating a production team to achieve daily goals in safety, quality, and on-time delivery while championing a culture of continuous improvement within our Autonomous Production Unit. You'll be part of a diverse, supportive and inclusive culture, that celebrates our differences and puts people first by fostering growth, well-being, and a sense of belonging. Relocation for this position cannot be supported and qualified candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Sponsorship is not available for applicants for US Work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa. The salary range for this position is $54,200USD – 71,880USD. Individual pay will be determined based on market location and the candidate’s profile. The range listed is just one component of Grundfos’s total compensation and benefits package for employees. Total compensation includes paid time off, paid holidays, merit increases, bonuses, and employee stock purchase programs, etc. Grundfos salary rates are benchmarked and reflect the target for new hire salaries for the position in Brookshire, Texas. What you will be doing As a key part of the Manufacturing Operations team, you'll create impact by Driving operational excellence by ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production processes that support Grundfos's mission to pioneer solutions to the world's water and climate challenges.. Your main responsibilities include: Lead and coordinate daily production activities, ensuring continuous flow, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing countermeasures to meet KPIs and the daily build plan Observe team members' work methods to ensure compliance with standard work instructions, actively verifying quality standards and containing processes that may lead to scrap Inspect work areas for safety hazards, assist in resolving safety and ergonomic issues, and investigate incidents and near-misses Coordinate training and cross-training efforts to build team skills and competencies, including proper work procedures, tool usage, lock-out procedures, and environmental awareness Track and report on OPR, TPM, daily PMs, 5S, Safety, and Quality metrics, posting updates on DAM boards and escalating issues as needed Proactively support GPS initiatives and Grundfos Ignite '27 strategy by implementing lean tools and driving positive, incremental improvements that deliver measurable results What makes you a great fit Above all, you are a collaborative and organized production professional with strong communication skills, a practical mechanical aptitude, and the ability to influence positive behavior while training and motivating team members. We would also imagine that you have: 1-2 years of production or manufacturing experience Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings Proven problem-solving skills with practical mechanical aptitude Flexibility with work hours including second shift possibilities High school diploma or equivalent It is a plus if you also: Minimum of 2 years of Grundfos assembly experience Valid forklift license or ability to obtain one Why you will love working here We care! Day to day, you can look forward to: A working environment built around your needs, with flexible hours, home working opportunities and parental support. Annual bonuses, health insurance and a strong focus on well-being activities. Three days' additional paid leave for volunteering in your community. Access to on-demand training and learning sessions and carefully structured programmes to pursue personal and professional development opportunities. We are inclusive! Celebrating and valuing our differences helps us see possibilities where others can't. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from all abilities, experiences, and backgrounds. Job Location: Brookshire, Texas, United States Grundfos is one of the world’s leading water technology companies with more than 19.000 employees in 60+ countries all over the world. Our skills commit us to pioneering solutions to the world’s water and climate challenges and improve the quality of life for people. We dare to do things that others cannot or dare not do, as we believe innovation is not only a business opportunity, but an obligation. And what really matters to us is not short term profit, but the impact we make. By becoming part of our united powerful team, you too can drive this change no matter your role. An inclusive team We believe that the key to a work environment, where employees thrive and grow, is our ability to celebrate and value our differences in background, experiences and perspectives. In our recruitment process we welcome all professional people without consideration of age, colour, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, ethnicity or religion. #J-18808-Ljbffr Grundfos GmbH