Work Team Leader - Metals System Assembly

Why join us?

Knoll uses modern design to connect people to their work, their lives, their world. Since 1938, we have been recognized internationally for creating workplace and residential furnishings that inspire, evolve, and endure.

Our purpose is design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of Knoll means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows Knoll to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

POSITION PROFILE

We are currently seeking an Operations Work Team Leader within the Metals/Systems Assembly Value Stream (1st Shift) who will oversee daily manufacturing operations. The Operations Work Team Leader will perform a front-line leadership role in support of Manufacturing Associates; Team Leads and Maintenance in the areas for the Metals Systems Assembly department. The responsibilities range from oversight, planning, coordinating, and controlling all aspects of production, associate management, and equipment functionality; Ensure that all products are produced safely, efficiently, completely, correct and on time. Develop Process Leads and Operators while working with support resources to increase engagement and involvement in maintaining and improving safety aspects, product quality compliance, achieving and exceeding performance standards, leading kaizen events, and driving continuous improvement.

Duties and Responsibilities

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of employees throughout the organization

Utilize the Daily Production Schedule to plan and lead daily activities of manufacturing team

Assign employees appropriately to complete all manufacturing operations on a daily basis

Lead and participate in kaizen events, conduct problem solving, and implement solutions

Oversee all daily operations to ensure employees are performing all duties safely, efficiently, to customer specifications

Responsible for employee training and evaluations, recommendations for hiring, performance improvement plans and advancement, and disciplinary actions and/or terminations

Track all work orders through the plant to ensure shipments on time

Ensure all employees adhere to company policies

Lean manufacturing knowledge & implementation

Knowledge of ISO 14001/9001 required

Industry Experience:

2 or 4 Year Degree desired or equivalent, relevant, work experience

Three to five years of manufacturing supervisory experience preferred

Previous experience working with metals would be helpful

Working in a production assembly operation a plus

Technical Experience:

Experienced in team building, process improvement, conflict resolution, and motivating people

Knowledge of manufacturing organizations, process controls, and safety procedures

Knowledge of fundamental Safety principles for an industrial work environment

Should possess problem solving skills and facilitate group meetings

Skilled in the use of ERP systems (JDE a plus), timekeeping software (Ceridian Dayforce a plus), Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Microsoft SharePoint and/or Teams

Lean manufacturing knowledge & implementation, Continuous Improvement mindset

Knowledge of ISO 14001/9001

Required Experience:

Maintain and enforce a Safe work environment

Make decisions and act

Analyze processes and make recommendations

Maintain relationships with other departments and people

Champion Lean Manufacturing Principles

Assist in new product and program launches

Assure integrity of manufacturing processes

Participate as a member of the Seating Manufacturing Team

Perform other duties as necessary in support of business objectives

Who We Hire?

Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. Knoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.

This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. In general, MillerKnoll positions are closed within 45 days and are open for applications for a minimum of 5 days. We encourage our prospective candidates to submit their application(s) expediently so as not to miss out on our opportunities. We frequently post new opportunities and encourage prospective candidates to check back often for new postings.

MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at careers_help@millerknoll.com .