Clayton is a leading single-family, values-driven home builder dedicated to attainable housing, sustainable practices and creating a world-class experience for customers and team members. Our company portfolio includes a broad offering of attainable housing, and as a vertically integrated home builder, we are uniquely positioned to serve customers through every stage of the homeownership journey – building, selling, financing, and insuring homes. From entry-level to more experienced positions, we're actively recruiting individuals who are passionate, positive, and eager to learn. We then equip you for success, whether you're in the office, in the field, or on the floor. As a member of our team you'll enjoy excellent benefits, opportunities for growth, and an encouraging culture that supports work / life balance.
Job Title:Team Lead -1stShift
Department:Production
Reports To: Assistant Production Manager
TeamLeadoverseesdaily operations in thedoorand edge band department, ensuring cabinet components are produced accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with company quality and safety standards. This role provides leadership and support to team members, verifies materials and processes, and acts as the first point of contact for production issues, defects, or equipment concerns.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise day-to-day operations in the frame build and edge band department.
Verifyall materials are cut to proper specifications prior to production.
Ensureall materials, tools, and supplies are properly stocked and organized.
Monitor and enforce safety procedures tomaintaina safe working environment.
Ensure all products meet company quality standards and specifications.
Oversee proper packaging of cabinet components to prevent damage.
Monitor production schedules to ensure build dates and deadlines aremet.
Verify dimensions of parts and finished products tomaintainaccuracy.
Train, coach, and verify competency of team members in assigned tasks.
Identifyand report damages, defects, or material discrepancies to the Area Coordinator.
Identifyequipment malfunctions and communicate promptly with maintenance.
Ensure edge band operators are supplied with materials tomaintainworkflow.
Provide hands-on support to team members as needed to achieve production goals.
Qualifications & Skills
Previousleadership experience in manufacturing, woodworking, or cabinet production preferred.
Strong understanding of cabinet construction processes, materials, and equipment
Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to mentor and motivate a team.
High attention to detail with strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to read and interpret production documents, blueprints, and measurements.
Basic knowledge of equipment troubleshooting and maintenance reporting.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand, bend, and lift materials up to 50 lbs. for extended periods.
Comfortable working in a production environment with machinery and tools.
Why Clayton?
Full-time team members have the flexibility to create their own health, dental, and vision benefits package. Clayton provides competitive 401K programs, including investment options and company matching for full and part time team members after one year to help our team members achieve their financial goals. Additional benefits include paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, and more.
As part of Clayton’s commitment to Opening Doors to a Better Life, Clayton is now providing paid time for Team Members to volunteer to causes that are meaningful to them through the Clayton Impact program.
At Clayton, we encourage holistic wellness with physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual and occupational programs available online or in-person for team members.
Clayton is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Clayton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
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Founded in 1956, Clayton is committed to opening doors to a better life through homeownership. A Berkshire Hathaway company, Clayton is a leading single-family, values-driven home builder dedicated to attainable housing, sustainable practices, and creating a world-class experience for customers and team members. The company’s portfolio includes a comprehensive range of site-built, modern manufactured, Tiny, CrossMod® and modular housing. In 2023, Clayton built more than 52,000 homes across the country. For more information, visit claytonhomes.com.
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