Job Description

Job Location: Dalton, GA 30720,

Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School,

Job Shift: Day, Techniplas is a global supplier of sophisticated plastic components and design-focused, multifunctional surfaces that are primarily for the automotive sector, as well as the industrial, consumer goods, medical and other markets. The company’s products follow industry trends like weight reduction and vehicle electrification, innovative operating concepts, high-quality surface finishes, and an increasing focus on convenience and safety.

The Techniplas Group runs 30 sites worldwide with production, sales and / or technology hubs and employs just under 4,000 members of staff. The company serves customers and platforms around the world, focusing on technological expertise and collaboration with customers in the fields of design and engineering. Techniplas has long-term relationships with many of the world’s leading automotive and industrial OEMs.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Team Lead serves as the primary point of contact between operators and the Production Supervisor, providing direction, training, and real-time problem resolution while actively participating in production. This role requires leading by example, reinforcing standard work, and proactively addressing issues to maintain smooth operations and effective team performance.

Qualifications: JOB DUTIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Safety & Compliance

• Maintain a safe work environment and enforce all safety rules and procedures.
• Stop production and escalate immediately for safety or quality concerns.
• Ensure compliance with TS16949, environmental requirements, and company policies.
• Adhere to housekeeping SOPs, including 5S standards.

Production & Performance

• Lead the assigned team to meet or exceed SQDC targets.
• Ensure Pace boards are updated accurately and on an hourly basis.
• Ensure scrap is properly recorded in the Plex ERP system.
• Communicate and escalate issues that impact safety, quality, delivery, cost, or morale.
• Perform required duties and communication during shift overlap procedures.
• Fill in as needed to cover planned and unplanned absences based on operational priorities.

Quality

• Verify that all quality checks, measurements, and documentation are completed and recorded in the SPC system by job specifications and standard work.
• Act as first-level response for quality issues and escalate as required.
• Support containment, corrective actions, and continuous improvement activities.

Team Leadership & Training

• Assign daily work and provide directions to operators.
• Serve as the primary contact for team members regarding daily work activities.
• Train and coach employees based on work instructions, standard work, and job requirements.
• Act as Subject Matter Expert for all equipment and processes in the assigned area.
• Influence and motivate team members to follow rules, standards, and procedures.

Equipment & Troubleshooting

• Operate all equipment in the assigned work area according to standard work.
• Assist with troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing production equipment as needed.
• Escalate equipment issues to Maintenance when required.

DECISION AUTHORITY

The Team Lead has authority to

• Stop production for safety or quality concerns.
• Reassign labor within the shift to meet operational needs.
• Escalate issues impacting SQDC performance or team morale.
• Recommend corrective actions (final approval remains with the Production Supervisor).

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

• Associate’s degree in an applicable technical field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• 2–4 years of relevant manufacturing experience, preferably in a Tier I or Tier II automotive environment.
• Direct experience with applicable manufacturing processes (e.g., injection molding) preferred.
• Prior manufacturing leadership experience preferred.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership, teamwork, and communication skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to read, understand, and document information from blueprints, manuals, and work instructions.
• Basic math and computer proficiency.
• Ability to influence others follows rules and standards.
• Attention to detail and thoroughness.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and make decisions regarding production part acceptability.
• Ability to meet or develop all essential skills for the assigned area within three months of position acceptance.
• Ability to discern between colors and pass a color vision test.

Work Environment

• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and airborne particles.
• Noise levels are typically moderate to loud.
• Manufacturing floor environment requiring sustained attention and awareness.

Physical Demands

• Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; occasionally up to 60 pounds.
• Stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl regularly.
• Use hands and arms to reach, handle, and operate equipment.
• Ability to work at heights using ladders or lifts.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• An associate's Degree in an applicable technical field is required, or a combination of relevant experience and training.
• 2 to 4 years of relevant work experience, preferably in a Tier I or Tier II automotive manufacturing environment.
• Direct experience with the types of processes encompassed by areas of responsibility (such as injection molding) preferred, or ability based upon other relevant experience.
• Manufacturing leadership is preferred.
• Meets or can develop all Essential Skills requirements for a team member within their areas of oversight within 3 months of position acceptance.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and thoroughness.
• Technical skills and ability to understand blueprints, documents, and manuals.
• Knowledge of basic math and computer skills.
• Ability to influence others to follow rules and regulations.
• Strong leadership skills and teamwork mentality.
• Verbal and communication skills.
• Dexterity, physical strength, and physical stamina.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and to make decisions concerning the acceptability of production parts.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to read and to document.
• Ability to discern between colors/pass a color vision test.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed by the organization.

Safety First, Always. We are committed to a zero-incident culture where every employee takes ownership of their own safety and the safety of others. Following safety protocols is not optional; it’s how we protect our people and our future.

Leading with Responsibility. We set the standard for environmental stewardship by making it a priority in every action. Each employee takes ownership of compliance and incident reporting, ensuring we operate responsibly and uphold our commitment to sustainability and regulatory excellence.

Techniplas is an Equal Opportunity Employer