Team Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Team Lead Job Description

As a Team Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing a team of 10-20 associates, including setups, production associates, and contingent workforce. You will manage 13-27+ machines and report to a shift supervisor, ensuring safety, quality, and delivery standards are met.

• Supervise the team and address any issues, taking immediate action where necessary.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed and enforce the wearing of PPE.
• Prioritize work and determine the order in which parts are processed.
• Communicate effectively with various departments such as maintenance, production, engineering, and quality.
• Document daily reports using Excel and oversee communication between shifts.
• Conduct shift handoff meetings and train new employees as needed.
• Monitor and ensure the team meets productivity targets.
• Utilize production tracking software and Microsoft Office for reporting and communication.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement process improvements.
• Be hands-on by filling in on the line, moving parts, and operating machinery when necessary.
• Address employee issues and ensure adherence to the FIFO (first in, first out) process.

• At least 2 years of leadership experience in team leading, supervising, or coaching.
• Experience in making adjustments and improving processes.
• Hands-on approach with a willingness to work on the production line.
• Basic computer skills, including data entry and email usage.
• Ability to address and resolve issues promptly.

• Experience in molding/stamping.
• Automotive manufacturing experience.

Enjoy annual pay increases and a stipend for steel-toed shoes. Benefit from comprehensive healthcare options with premiums reduced through wellness tasks. Take advantage of a 401K plan with matching contributions and earn vacation time through a generous policy. Perfect attendance can lead to raises and additional PTO. Opportunities for internal promotions into maintenance or entry-level engineering positions are abundant. Safety is a top priority.

Work in a typical manufacturing environment with shifts available on the 2nd (2:20pm-11:10pm) and 3rd (10:20pm-7:10am) shifts, totaling approximately 42.5 hours a week. The plant is loud and has an odor of rubber due to older machinery, but it is well-lit. The team produces various automotive parts including fuel hoses and suspension components. Training will initially be conducted during the day.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bluffton, OH.

The pay range for this position is $25.38 - $26.38/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Bluffton,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 12, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.