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Shop-Floor Team Leader, Lean / 5S

Shop-Floor Team Leader, Lean / 5S

Alliance Laundry SystemsRipon, WI, US
8 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Quick Apply
Job description

Ready to guide a high-performing crew?

Imagine walking the line at the start of 2nd shift—checking 5S, confirming training, and launching a quick safety talk. You set targets, coach in the moment, and help the team solve problems before they become delays. That’s the impact you’ll make in this role.

Your mission

  • Champion a safety-first mindset across the area / zone and ensure procedural adherence
  • Teach, coach, and encourage production Team Members on safe, productive work
  • Model respect and servant leadership in every conversation and decision
  • Drive continuous improvement; empower all Team Members to contribute ideas
  • Confirm training in safety, quality, equipment operation, and 5S is complete and current
  • Partner with technical experts to secure timely support
  • Set annual goals that align with operational metrics and track execution
  • Streamline processes to cut waste, reduce WIP, and improve flow
  • Serve as the initial contact for employee relations matters
  • Work with union stewards on contract interpretation and disciplinary issues
  • Take on other duties as assigned

What sets you up for success

  • Proven ability to lead with a servant-leadership approach
  • 1–3 years in fast-moving, medium / high-volume manufacturing with strong safety exposure (preferred)
  • Experience supervising in a manufacturing environment (preferred)
  • Bachelor’s in Business, Manufacturing Engineering, or Operations (preferred)
  • Internship or co-op experience can count toward relevant experience

    • Skills and tools

  • Self-directed leader with strong coaching / mentoring and supervisory skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
  • Ability to lead problem-solving and encourage proactive, solution creation
  • Baseline knowledge of process control, production scheduling, Kaizen, Kanban, and Lean (preferred)

    • Physical requirements

  • Ability to stoop, bend, stand for long periods, demonstrate manual dexterity, and lift up to 50 lbs without assistance

    • Schedule details

  • Location : Ripon, WI
  • 2nd shift : Monday–Thursday, 3 : 00 p.m.–1 : 00 a.m.
  • Occasional overtime on Fridays : 1 : 00 p.m.–9 : 00 p.m.

    • If you’re passionate about people, process, and safety—and you love Lean and 5S—you’ll thrive here.

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