About the role
Rittal is a leading global provider of solutions for industrial enclosures, power distribution, climate control, and IT infrastructure, as well as software and services. The company is a member of the Friedhelm Loh Group, a successful international player with 18 production plants, 80 subsidiaries, and 12,000 employees.
Rittal LLC has built a strong tradition of innovation and takes pride in a progressive approach to engineering. We design and manufacture the world’s leading industrial and IT enclosures, racks, and accessories, including high-efficiency, high-density power management, and climate control systems for industrial, data center, outdoor, and hybrid applications.
Job Summary
The Team Leader is responsible for leading daily production activities within the Fabrication department to ensure safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost objectives are achieved. This position promotes a culture of continuous improvement through the Rittal Production System (RPS), develops team members, and supports operational excellence initiatives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
* Lead assigned fabrication area(s) to support and execute the production schedule. * Promote and maintain a safe work environment with a focus on achieving zero workplace incidents. * Meet or exceed departmental goals related to safety, quality, productivity, uptime, on-time delivery, and cost performance. * Drive continuous improvement initiatives through implementation and sustainment of the Rittal Production System (RPS). * Foster strong collaboration and communication across shifts, departments, and leadership teams. * Lead and support team members in meeting daily production requirements and operational objectives. * Facilitate regular RPS meetings and ensure completion of resulting action items. * Ensure work instructions are current, accessible, and consistently followed by team members. * Provide training, coaching, and guidance to employees to support performance and development. * Attend and actively participate in production, staff, and project meetings as required. * Support ongoing improvement efforts within the Fabrication department. * Create and maintain a positive, respectful, and engaged team environment. * Monitor employee performance, provide feedback, and hold team members accountable to established standards and goals. * Assist in responding to production schedule inquiries and support effective production planning. * Continuously develop leadership, technical, and operational knowledge and skills. * Lead and sustain 6S workplace organization and housekeeping initiatives. * Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
* High School Diploma or GED preferred.
EXPERIENCE
* Previous manufacturing leadership or supervisory experience required. * Experience within a sheet metal fabrication environment strongly preferred. * Experience leading teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
* Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills. * Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement principles. * Thorough understanding of fabrication processes, equipment, and manufacturing best practices. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. * Experience with ERP/MRP systems preferred. * Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. * Ability to effectively prioritize work and manage multiple responsibilities in a dynamic production environment.
Physical Requirements
* Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive motions throughout the shift. * Ability to lift and move materials in accordance with company safety guidelines. * Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, moving machinery, and varying temperatures.
Rittal Values
* Demonstrate commitment to Safety, Quality, Accountability, Continuous Improvement, and Teamwork. * Support and contribute to a culture of operational excellence and employee engagement.
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