Shift Lead - 12 Hour Shifts Sunday - Wednesday

Waukesha, WI 53189
6/10/2025

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Position Description

We are committed to hiring top talent into our operations teams to deliver world-class services. We look for self-motivated and goal-oriented people eager to learn our trade and be a part of our growing team. We value individuals who are problem solvers, team workers and maintain a bright, positive attitude. If you like a fast-paced work environment to learn lifelong skills, we welcome your completed application.

Position Location: 305 Travis Ln, Waukesha, WI 53189

Position Hours: 1st Shift, 12 Hour Shifts Sunday - Wednesday: Sunday, Monday and Tuesday 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM and then Wednesday 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Position Wage: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour

Salaries are based on a number of factors, including the skills and experience of the candidates. It is common to be hired at the lower to middle end of a salary range and while it is possible to be hired at the higher end, it often requires unique circumstances, such as proven expertise.

Company Benefits:

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • 401(k) - Company matched 50% on the 1st 4%.
  • Paid Time Off - Accrued annually with 80 hours for the first year of service
  • 8 Paid Holidays
  • Basic Life and AD&D Insurance at no cost to employee
  • Optional Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Plans at no cost to the employee
  • Referral program: When a new employee completes onboarding, the referring employee earns $500. When the new employee stays longer than 6 months, the referring employee earns $1,000.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) for employees enrolled in ThermTech's Insurance
o ThermTech provides the opportunity to earn enough HSA funds to offset the deductible of health insurance when employee and spouse (if applicable) have a yearly physical with ThermTech's On-Site Clinic and participate in the Employee Wellness Program.
  • Employee assistance program: Confidential 24/7 support and short-term counseling
  • Tuition reimbursement / Professional development assistance.
  • Other: On-site Clinic services (On-demand Urgent and Primary Care, Virtual Video Visits, Chiropractic Care, and Health Coaching) available to all employees and their family, at no additional costs, even if they are not covered by ThermTech's health insurance.
o Discounted Standard Process supplements.
  • Free Uniforms, Safety Equipment, and Employee recognition (PIN) program

For more information, please visit our website: www.thermtech.net

Job Description:

The Shift Lead is responsible for ensuring the plant is being run efficiently and safely by ensuring schedules are being met for customers, personnel are properly trained, assisting with production when needed, keeping proper documentation & records, ensuring proper safety equipment & protocol are being utilized, & overall keeping the shop morale high. Being able to not only oversee but being proactive by assisting team members to accomplish the day's goals will be crucial.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

Production
  • Work closely with employees on shift to accomplish set schedules & commitments
  • Scheduling of work & communicating as needed with customers
  • Oversee operations on production floor
  • Understand the processing of all material within production areas
  • Ensure plant organization & cleanliness
  • Document all maintenance concerns
  • Coordinate with Maintenance Department for any equipment repairs
  • Document & report all equipment issues to Plant Manager
Team Development & Training
  • Working one on one with employees to help in their overall performance
  • Complete semi-annual employee reviews for all team members
  • Provide training, coaching, & disciplinary actions for all team members
  • Maintain documentation of training for employees
  • Conduct startup of new equipment & record all training documents needed
  • Weekly goals assessments of all individuals in temp to hire status
  • Monthly goal assessments of all ThermTech employees in collaboration with shift foreman
Leadership
  • Follow & enforce procedures
  • Complete shift audit forms
  • Manage inter-shift meetings and participate in hourly plant walk-through
  • Ensure adequate shift coverage through employee scheduling & cover hours as needed
  • Bring company phone home to assist in after-hour issues when needed
  • Communicate lead times to CSR Department & directly to customers
  • Maintains & strengthens employee morale through the servant leadership philosophy
  • Provide constructive recommendations for overall improvements in safety, quality & productivity standards of performance.
The statements herein are intended to describe the genera nature and levels of the works performed by employees but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, the job description does not constitute a written or implied contract for employment. ThermTech reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

    Minimum Requirements:

    • Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, a non-resident, authorized to work in the U.S. without ThermTech sponsorship). ThermTech does not sponsor visas, either at time of hire or at any later time.
    • This position must satisfy ITAR (DSP-5) compliance requirements; therefore, candidates must be a lawful permanent resident [8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20)] or a protected individual [8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)]. Employment of Foreign Persons(s) [22 CFR 120.63] will be contingent on receiving the DSP-5 license from the US State Department.
    • All hires are contingent upon a 9-panel hair follicle drug test & background check.
    • May be required to obtain and maintain forklift operation certification
    • May be required to work overtime or any shift, including weekends.

    Physical & Mental Demands: The following physical and mental demands consist of but are not limited to the following:

    • Must be able to work in a standing position for extended periods in a non-climate controlled industrial environment
    • Ability to bend, pull, stoop, and reach to perform functions.
    • Capable of lifting and carrying at least 25-pound objects throughout shift
    • Must be exposed to heat, fumes, noise, humidity, etc.
    • Must have the cognitive and mental capacity to perform essential job functions.
    • Must demonstrate the ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language.
    • Must demonstrate the ability to perform fundamental mathematical skills and concepts (e.g. addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, percentages, and the basics of algebra and geometry).
    • Visual acuity to read documents, computer screens, files, etc.
    • Ability to hear in person and via phone.

    Education: High school diploma or equivalent required


    Experience: 2+ years in management/leadership preferred


    Hard Skills:

    • ERP Systems (BlueStreak)
    • Microsoft Office
    • Basic computer skills
    • Safety-focused mindset

    Soft Skills:

    • Excellent written & verbal communication skills
    • Excellent time management
    • Attention to detail
    • Organized
    • Adaptability
    • Self-motivated
    • Able to work collaboratively with others
    • Willingness to learn & take direction
    • Motivating & encouraging for others
    • Humble
    • Excellent public speaker
    • Approachable
    • Customer-focused
    • Active listener

    Type: Full-time
    Pay: $22.00 to $28.00 per HOUR

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