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2nd Shift Production Team Lead
Job Location:
Job Location:
Lansing, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
2 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
19 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
American Rheinmetall is a leader in the design development and production of advanced tracked and wheeled vehicles vehicle systems and critical components that support U.S. military modernization. Our expertise spans electronic and mechanical systems fabricated structures armored products rubber solutions and track systems delivering reliable innovation to both defense and commercial markets. As part of the global Rheinmetall family we combine proven heritage with forward-looking technology to provide solutions that defend and feed the world.
Job Summary:
The Production Team Leader is responsible for overseeing daily operations within the production department ensuring that work is completed safely efficiently and in accordance with quality standards. This role coordinates workflow assigns tasks monitors performance and provides guidance and support to production team members. The Production Team Leader serves as the primary point of contact between the production floor and management helping to resolve issues drive productivity and promote a positive and collaborative work environment.
Essential Functions:
- Lead and support production team members by providing direction training and hands-on assistance as needed.
- Provide input on production schedules and labor requirements to ensure efficient completion of job assignments.
- Help establish and enforce standardized work procedures and best practices for quality safety and efficiency.
- Identify and recommend improvements in production methods equipment performance and product quality.
- Serve as a go-to resource for resolving technical challenges on the shop floor.
- Ensure all customer shipments are packaged accurately and on time.
- Assist with planning scheduling and coordinating operations to meet production goals and customer demand.
- Work closely with the Production Supervisor to develop and maintain a skills matrix for the department.
- Monitor inventory and material need and manage ordering of all required packaging and supplies.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the department.
- Ensure organization and cleanliness on the Production floor and shared areas.
- Support a culture of safety accountability and teamwork.
- Collaborate with team members and supervisors to ensure timely completion of production goals.
- Adherent to all safety policies procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
- Perform all job-related duties including but not limited to the responsibilities outlined above and any additional responsibilities as needed.
Minimum Qualifications:
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (as demonstrated through experience training and/or testing)
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.
Education:
- High school diploma or GED.
Experience:
- At least 3 years experience working within a manufacturing environment required.
- At least 1 year experience leading a team within a manufacturing environment required.
Background Prerequisites:
Must undergo and meet company standards for background check employment verification reference checks and controlled substance testing.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands:
With or without reasonable accommodations requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential addition to other demands the demands of the job include:
- Occasionally lift and carry materials up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand kneel and bend for extended periods.
- Comfort with working in an industrial setting with exposure to noise dust and chemicals.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
American Rheinmetall provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion gender sex (including pregnancy) gender identity national origin age disability or marital status in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including but not limited to hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
Die Rheinmetall Waffe Munition Arges ist Spezialist im Bereich 40 mm Munition und fertigt 40 mm Low Velocity Munitionen mit unterschiedlichsten Effekten.
