Team Lead - 2nd Shift

Company Overview

Gemstar Manufacturing has been a leading manufacturer of custom plastic parts and protective hard cases for over 60 years and operates under two business unit brands. Gemstar Custom Part Solutions is a full-service manufacturer providing solutions to unique custom plastic part needs. Gemstar Protective Hard Cases offers four rugged case lines: Stronghold, RoboRack, Sentinel, and VersaPro. For more information, visit www.gemstarmfg.com.

Gemstar Manufacturing is a division of Gemini, Inc., a second-generation, family-owned wholesale manufacturer of dimensional signage.

Gemstar is looking for a Team Lead to join the team on 2nd Shift at our location in Cannon Falls, MN! The schedule for this position is 4/10 hour days from 1:00pm - 11:30pm (Mon - Thurs) with a 30 minute unpaid lunch. Schedule may be adjusted as operational demands require. Overtime is scheduled as needed. The pay range for 2nd shift is $25.04 to $33.47 per hour. This range is inclusive of an additional 10% shift premium for working on 2nd shift. The position is responsible for leading and optimizing daily production activities to ensure the achievement of safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives. This role involves coordinating staffing and scheduling, monitoring performance metrics, and implementing corrective actions to maintain optimal performance. The Team Lead will cultivate leadership within the team, foster a collaborative environment, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. By effectively communicating across departments and making informed decisions, the Team Lead contributes to the overall success and profitability of the organization.

A day in the life of a Team Lead includes:

• Operational Excellence:
  1. Coordinate Daily Operations: Oversee daily production requirements, including safety, quality, delivery, and cost, in collaboration with other leads and supervisors.
  2. Supportive Staffing & Scheduling Coordination: Collaborate with team members to assist in coordinating staffing needs, managing schedules, and determining overtime requirements.
  3. Monitor Performance Metrics: Track and report on key performance indicators, implementing corrective actions as necessary to maintain optimal performance.
  4. Customer Centric Mindset: Champion a customer-first approach by aligning production goals with customer expectations, ensuring high-quality output and on-time delivery that consistently exceeds customer satisfaction benchmarks.
• Leadership & Team Development:
  1. Cultivate Leadership Presence: Demonstrate self-awareness and articulate personal strengths and areas for growth, aligning with leadership perspectives to inspire and guide the team.
  2. Develop Informal Leaders: Identify and nurture potential leaders within the team, creating a multiplier effect that enhances overall team performance.
  3. Lead with a Winning Mindset: Set high standards and drive the team towards excellence, consistently aiming for results beyond the average.
  4. Motivate and Engage: Utilize optimism and empathy to inspire the team, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages open communication and collective problem-solving.
• Communication & Collaboration:
  1. Facilitate Team Meetings: Lead and facilitate effective team meetings, ensuring clear communication of goals, expectations, and feedback.
  2. Provide Constructive Feedback: Offer timely and actionable feedback to team members, holding them accountable while supporting their development.
  3. Represent the Team: Serve as a liaison between the production team and other departments, ensuring alignment and addressing concerns promptly.
• Continuous Improvement & Lean Initiatives:
  1. Champion Lean Practices: Lead and support lean initiatives, empowering team members to identify and implement improvements in processes and workflows.
  2. Promote Cross-Training: Encourage and facilitate cross-training opportunities, enhancing team versatility and resilience.
  3. Drive Problem-Solving: Utilize ISO standards, Gemstar's QMS, problem-solving tools and techniques to address operational challenges, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Business Acumen & Decision Making:
  1. Collaborate to Understand P&L Impact: Work alongside team members to recognize how departmental decisions influence the company's profit and loss, providing insights that support informed choices aligned with business objectives."
  2. Collaborative Strategic Planning: Work closely with team members to anticipate the potential impacts of decisions on interdepartmental relationships.
• Professionalism & Personal Effectiveness:
  1. Maintain Confidentiality: Exercise discretion in sharing information, understanding what should and should not be disclosed.
  2. Demonstrate Professionalism: Exhibit awareness of audience and role expectations, influencing behavior to create a welcoming and respectful environment.
  3. Maintain Effectiveness in a Fast-Paced Environment: Use healthy strategies to manage pressure and remain focused, adaptable, and resilient amid shifting priorities.

Qualifications - Skills and Abilities

• Coachable and receptive to feedback, using it to drive positive change.
• Ability to influence and adapt to continuous improvement-driven changes.
• Proven leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with problem-solving tools and techniques.
• Willingness to take on additional responsibilities and leadership roles across the site.
• Understanding of how decisions impact the P&L and overall business objectives.
• Ability to think strategically and understand interdepartmental relationships.

Qualifications - Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience in leading and facilitating team meetings, providing updates, and fostering collaboration.
• Experience leading projects intended to engage and empower team members.
• 3 or more years' experience in production environment preferred.
• Technical understanding of processes in the scope of the lead position preferred.
• Experience with Job Boss, Unipoint and Dozuki preferred

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.