Shift Lead

Job Description

Shift Leader

Location: Enfield, CT
Industry: Heat Treating / Manufacturing

Schedule & Compensation

• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM
• Training: Position will begin on the day shift for training
• Pay Range: $20-$22 per hour, based on experience
• We are seeking candidates who are flexible with scheduling (with reasonable notice), as well as reliable and dependable

Summary of Responsibilities

The Shift Leader is responsible for overseeing all daily activities within the shop during their assigned shift. This role ensures that employees perform their duties in accordance with the Quality Management System (QMS), as well as company and customer expectations.

The Shift Leader maintains accountability for employee performance, conduct, and the operational readiness of furnaces and ancillary equipment. They also ensure that Parts Processing Operators (PPOs) are properly trained and qualified to perform their responsibilities.

Professionalism, leadership, and proactive management are essential in this role.

Critical Responsibilities

• Ensure all processed work meets customer requirements and expectations
• Maintain thorough knowledge of the Quality Management System (QMS), including all work instructions and procedures
• Promote and maintain a clean, safe work environment
• Ensure all records (including preventative maintenance and equipment logs) are accurate and up to date
• Verify that PPOs consistently monitor and control their processes
• Communicate daily with the Operations Manager regarding scheduling and production needs
• Perform routine inspections of completed work prior to delivery to ensure compliance
• Manage shift schedules to maximize productivity and efficiency
• Enforce discipline and uphold professional conduct at all times
• Assign and confirm daily tasks with PPOs, ensuring clear understanding of shift goals
• Demonstrate proactive leadership across all supervisory responsibilities
• Participate in business meetings, required training, and ongoing professional development

Accountability

• Reports directly to the Operations Manager
• Must be flexible with scheduling given reasonable notice
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must be willing to perform PPO duties when necessary
• Required to comply with all company policies, procedures, Employee Handbook, and Safety Manual

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous supervisory experience
• Experience in heat treating or metal finishing environments
• Minimum of 2 years in a manufacturing setting
• Machining or metalworking experience
• Assembly and inspection experience

Opportunity

This is an excellent growth opportunity for hardworking and reliable individuals looking to advance within the manufacturing industry.

Additional Information

At HW Staffing Solutions we recognize the value of our employee associates as equally as our clients. We are passionate about people and improving the lives of every associate, we do this by connecting you with great companies and great opportunities. We celebrate our awesome diversity, believe that everyone has a unique talent, and appreciate the passion and perspectives that each of us bring to the table. Discover a new way to work together with a company that is focused on offering the best opportunities, benefits and career advancement in Accounting & Finance, Office & Administrative, Light Industrial, Professional & Technical, Call Center, Food Processing and Hospitality.HW Staffing Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity company.


Meet Your Recruiter

Derrick Spalding