Team Lead Manufacturing Production (2nd shift)

Team Lead-Manufacturing Production (2nd Shift)We're hiring a Team Lead-Manufacturing Production (2nd shift) at Schneider Electric-Fairfield 1, to supervise manual cell operations and drive daily performance in safety, quality, and output. If you thrive in a hands-on leadership role where you coach teams, solve problems, and optimize workflows, this opportunity is for you. What will you do? Lead daily manual cell operations to achieve safety, quality, and production goals Coordinate staffing, work instructions, and material flow while coaching operators on best practices and ergonomics Monitor performance, verify quality inspections, and resolve issues swiftly with appropriate escalation Manage shift handovers, ensure training compliance, and champion continuous improvement efforts Read blueprints, schematics, diagrams, or technical orders to determine methods and sequences of assembly Assemble parts or units, and position, align, and fasten units to assemblies, sub-assemblies, or frames, using hand tools and power tools Connect cables, tubes, and wiring, according to specifications Inspect, test, and adjust completed units to ensure that units meet specifications, tolerances, and customer order requirements Inspect, built & wired pans Answer questions and contact engineers as needed Inspect wiring quality and electrical components, such as transformers and circuit breakers, etc. Repair or replace wiring and equipment using hand tools and power tools Direct and train workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring or equipment Drive 5S consistency for area of responsibility Work with materials team to ensure parts availability for future production orders Will perform other duties as required What are the key skills we are looking for? Problem Solving intermediate level; diagnosing production issues and implementing effective solutions on the floor Influencing Skills intermediate level; guiding operators and cross-functional partners toward shared goals Quality Control & Inspection intermediate level; verifying standards and ensuring compliance throughout production Customer Orientation intermediate level; aligning cell output with internal and external customer expectations Drives for Results intermediate level; maintaining focus on safety, quality, and delivery targets under pressure Lean Methodology developing level; applying continuous improvement principles to reduce waste and enhance efficiency Operational Health and Safety Management developing level; enforcing protocols and fostering a safe work environment What qualifications will make you successful? Strong leadership presence with the ability to coach and develop operators in real time Clear communication skills that connect frontline teams with broader organizational goals Proactive approach to identifying and preventing issues before they impact production Ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic manufacturing setting