Internal Only - US Synthetic - Team Lead - Swing or Grave

These positions will be for Swing and Grave and are Range 3. This job posting will close 10/15//2026
US Synthetic company has an immediate need for a Team Lead located in Orem, UT. The Team Lead will provide day-to-day supervision and leadership to production or training cell operators, oversee and train all operators and step in to assist production when needed.
What’s in it For You:
The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best
Thrive in a company that values sustainability, drives a safety-focused culture, and empowers its employees through continuous improvement
Comprehensive benefits package starting at day 1 of employment – medical, dental, vision, matching 401k, and more!
What You Will Do:
Respond to production interruptions dealing with quality, cost, safety, delivery and people
Conduct shift start-up/end of shift meetings using production boards
Update and manage production boards hourly/daily
Facilitate and encourage team to submit and implement continuous improvement ideas per company standard
Create and manage manpower plans, filling in where needed for absent crew members or per production demands
Manage training folder: ensure training materials (i.e. Critical Knowledge, Job Breakdown Sheets) are up to date and train team members accordingly
Ensure team members are following training materials through weekly audits
Oversee all production on shift
Coach and develop all team members and teach them Lean principles
Key Performance Indicators and Lead Indicator Metrics
Assigned one or more KPI to manage and track
Responsible to ensure production teams reach the assigned KPI goals as a cell and a factory
Report out to Supervisor and rest of factory leadership to review status of assigned KPIs and develop strategies to reach goals
Follow and update daily Standard Work
Perform Safety, 5S and Quality audits weekly
Participate in Tier meetings with supervisor daily; participate in KPI meetings
Work extra hours and some Saturdays as needed
Participate in PDCAs and Kaizens
Manage internal inventory levels through Kanban
Participate in and conduct monthly one-on-ones
Follow all company policies (Attendance, No Tobacco Products on Campus, Illegal Drug & Alcohol, Family Medical Leave Act, Personal Appearance, Personal Electronic Devices, Vacation & Personal Time, etc.)
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma/GED is required
Must be an Advanced Team Member
Immigration sponsorship not available for this role
Physical Demands:
Stand for long periods of time up to 8 hours
Lifting, kneeling, squatting and twisting
Occasionally lift/ move up to 50 lbs.
Use of Safety Equipment (Face shield, Steel-toed boots, Latex/nitrile gloves, Safety glasses, Hearing protection, Respirator)
Preferred Qualifications:
Computer skills (Power Point, Outlook, Word, Excel, Minitab or equivalent and Made2Manage)
Kaizen experience
Ability to maintain safe work environments
Ability to lead people and obtain results through others
Ability to conduct coaching and counseling sessions
Attention to detail
Ability to perform problem analysis and resolution
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Strong team player
Six Sigma
Knowledge of the PDCA method
Experience with Lean Manufacturing

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
No