<p>Are you looking for a place where collaboration, inclusivity, and growth are at the core of everything you do? At National Cart Company (NCC), we believe in dignity, integrity, growth and curiosity -values that shape our culture and drive our success. Our motto, safer, better, faster, isn't just words to us; it's how we approach every task and challenge. While we can teach you technical skills, we know that embracing these values is what truly makes a difference.</p> <p>As an essential business, we manufacture industrial metal products used by Fortune 500 companies-think grocery stocking carts, distribution center carts, and cart corrals. Your work here will have a direct impact on products that millions of people rely on every day.</p> <p>We're currently looking for a Fabrication Team Lead to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for overall operations within assigned area. You will adhere to and uphold plant policies and procedures. The Fabrication Team Lead is accountable for safety, quality, leadership, and productivity. You will utilize progressive discipline with the Supervisor/Manager's assistance to ensure accountability to department productivity objectives. Fosters a well-trained and motivated workforce. A Fabrication Team Lead will assume the duties of the Department Supervisor in their absence, but will not personally give associate disciplinary actions, reviews, merit increases, etc.</p> <p>At NCC, we take a customer-centric approach that provides opportunities not just for our business family, but also for our stakeholders and the communities where we operate. We always plan to win as a team, and if you share that mindset, we'd love for you to be part of our journey.</p> <p>If this sounds like the kind of environment you want to be a part of, we'd love you to apply. Let's work together to make a difference!</p> <p>Required Skills/Abilities:</p> <ul> <li>High School diploma or GED. </li><li>Must be able to work before/after shift as needed. </li><li>Previous manufacturing experience preferred. </li></ul> <p>Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Must adhere to scheduled hours: 6:00am-2:30pm M-F with the ability to work overtime as needed. </li><li>Assigns associates to work areas and distributes assignments and expectations when requested to do so by Supervisor. </li><li>Interprets and reads prints and verifies first piece quality for all jobs run. </li><li>Ensures parts/products are made per specifications; knows finished goods model numbers; knows parts that are required to make the assembled product. </li><li>Monitors and documents hourly production rates on associates. </li><li>Assists in interview and selection when filling roles in department. </li><li>Conducts associate training and cross-training within the department. </li><li>Reports to Supervisor if production schedules are not being met. </li><li>Confirms paperwork is 100% complete, accurate, legible and is returned to appropriate area upon completion of the run per set up. </li><li>Is responsible for accuracy of data capture of every task performed via MRP or special order. </li><li>Sets up, adjusts, and operates all equipment safely and efficiently with little supervision. </li><li>Identifies and communicates problems to Supervisor. </li><li>Completes preventive maintenance and all regularly scheduled maintenance of machine tooling, hand tools and machinery, to maintain good working order. </li><li>Schedules major maintenance work with the Maintenance Department. </li><li>Retrieves and compare drawings from Engineer to Material Requirement Planning (MRP) and notify engineering if any issues exist. </li><li>Serves as a backup to Supervisor for incident reports. </li><li>Inventories all items associated with department (I.e., raw materials, consumable items, etc.) </li><li>Ensures all Material Requisition forms are filled out accurately and turns in daily. </li><li>Communicates safety, quality and productivity expectations and follows up to inspect periodically. </li><li>Implements and maintains 5S Program. Keeps area neat and completes daily cleaning schedules. </li><li>Works all jobs in the department as needed. </li><li>Performs other duties as assigned. </li><li>Adheres to company regulations and embodies NCC's Values. </li></ul> <p>Physical Activity for this position: Essential for job function requires the ability to (with or without reasonable accommodation):</p> <ul> <li>Stoops, twists, bends, and works overhead. </li><li>Exerts up to fifty pounds of force frequently. </li><li>Walks or stands for a minimum of 8 hours with limited breaks. </li><li>Demonstrates manual dexterity. </li><li>Tolerates extremes in temperature. </li><li>Extensive use with power/hand tools. </li><li>Performs visual inspections. </li><li>Requires visual acuity to access details (I.e., prints, parts, work orders, etc.) </li><li>Requires communication skills so ideas and instructions can be given clearly and/or quickly and understood. </li><li>Requires the ability to distinguish between speech, machinery, and other sounds to understand instructions and/or directions. </li></ul> <p>Why Join NCC?</p> <p>At NCC, we value our employees and offer a range of benefits to ensure your well-being:</p> <ul> <li>Competitive pay- paid weekly. </li><li>Medical, dental, and vision insurance. </li><li>Quarterly bonuses and perfect attendance incentives. </li><li>401(k) with 5% match. </li><li>Vacation pay, holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability. </li><li>Life insurance and employee assistance program (EAP). </li><li>Overtime opportunities. </li><li>Free company T-shirts and a fresh market in our break room. </li></ul> <p>If you're ready to join a company that values growth, inclusivity, and teamwork, apply today and become part of the NCC family!</p> <p>EEO/AA Employer</p>