Team Lead, Sign Department

Key Responsibilities
• Lead and support daily assembly and production activities in the Sign Department
• Assign work, communicate priorities, and monitor workflow to meet production targets
• Train and coach team members on standard work, safety, and quality expectations
• Ensure assembled products meet quality and cosmetic finish standards
• Support and troubleshoot painting and/or powder coating operations as needed
• Promote and enforce all safety rules, policies, and PPE requirements
• Complete production paperwork and enter data into SAP accurately
• Coordinate material flow, inventory accuracy, and work order transactions
• Maintain 5S and housekeeping standards in the work area
• Support continuous improvement and Lean manufacturing efforts

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications
• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution
• 3-5 years of assembly experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, drawings, and production paperwork
• Strong communication skills and ability to lead by example

Preferred Qualifications
• 5 or more years of manufacturing or assembly experience
• Experience as a team lead, lead operator, or informal floor leader
• Hands-on experience with industrial painting and/or powder coating processes
• Attention to cosmetic quality and finish requirements
• Experience working in a Lean manufacturing environment

Skills:

Position Criteria:
• Ability to wear all Personal Protective Equipment required and comply with all Safety policies
• Must be able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing
• Demonstrated ability to assemble, disassemble, and test all sub-assemblies
• Must be able to read blueprints, wiring diagrams and other Production paperwork
• Ability to comprehend and follow instructions and train others accordingly
• Must be able to identify that the components used meet quality standards
• Ability to complete required paperwork
• Must be able to work overtime and be flexible when required
• Ability to be flexible and willing to learn and perform a variety of tasks

Additional Information:

No relocation benefit is being offered. Candidates must reside within 50 miles of Windsor, CT. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

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Client-provided location(s): Windsor, CT

Job ID: Eaton-64007Windsor

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2026-04-30T18:41:32