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Through your leadership, team members are clear and trained on their required tasks and remain motivated to achieve production goals.\nYour top priority is to motivate shop employees to ensure production efficiency and quality by driving continuous improvement using lean manufacturing tools.\nDrive continuous improvement to improve quality and productivity\nLead and participate in problem solving projects\nRecognize the contributions of each team member and encourage them to collaborate \nShowcase knowledge and skills to shop employees by giving them clear direction on how to complete tasks \nEnsure that all shop employees wear proper PPE and clothing before working to safeguard against production hazards \nParticipate in and drive safe work conditions and continuous improvement \nExperience\nWhat you need to be successful\nMinimum of high school diploma or GED \n5-7 years of related work experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience \nProblem solving and continuous improvement aptitude\nExperience in a lean manufacturing environment\nCurtain wall industry experience required \nRoles & Responsibilities\nTake ownership and accountability of leadership responsibilities. \nGuide others safely through their work tasks. \nDrive continuous improvement using lean manufacturing tools Lead daily production planning meetings, track and communicate performance metrics and take counter measures on missed goals. Escalate problems that cannot be solved at team level. Collaborate with other leaders to solve problems using lean manufacturing tools. \n\nCommunicate clearly and assertively to co-workers Express your needs directly, honestly and in an appropriate manner. This approach allows leaders to seek the best possible outcome and helps to maintain a positive relationship. \n\nProvide prompt and constructive feedback on performance Provide constructive feedback that is specific, issue focused, and based on observations. It can be given through praise or criticism. Be direct when delivering a message, be sincere and avoid giving mixed messages. When providing positive feedback, express appreciation and when providing negative feedback, express concern (communicates a sense of importance and care). \n\nBe proficient in blueprint drawing interpretation Be able to understand blueprint drawings and identify how to assemble the unit with proper quality and safety precautions. \n\nHave strong leadership skills, including: self-awareness, the ability to adapt communication to the situation and the ability to inspire and motivate others. \nEngage and motivate employees to enhance production quantity and maintain high production Encourage positive, desirable behavior that improves the flow of the line through feedback, incentives, rewards and recognition. Encourage employees to develop innovative ideas that could improve current processes. \n\nLead by example Act like an owner and make decisions based on the greater good of Harmon and our objectives. Be proactive and accountable. Recognize that there is always a part of the projects that you can impact in a positive way. Exhibit the behavior you wish your employees to emulate. \n\nTrain new and current employees Blend in-person and online training to accommodate each employee and ensure they have retained the information being taught. Provide hands-on training so they can apply what they have learned before having to translate the skills into day-to-day tasks. Allow employees to learn at their own pace with reasonable consideration. \n\nCarry out supervisor responsibilities within Harmon policies As the second point of contact for employees and Team Leaders, you address concerns when they arise. Technical issues can be addressed by the Team Leaders. Issues regarding safety or quality and any employee concerns should be escalated to the Manufacturing Leader. \n\nPartner with the Manufacturing Leader on balancing the line with workers Determine the skill set of employees within the shop compared to the ideal skill set desired to effectively run the projects. Balance employees on all lines to create the best equilibrium possible and achieve the highest productivity and efficiency results. \n\nEnsure shop employees are working diligently to meet production goals by motivating, answering questions and providing support when needed. \nParticipate in the Culture Committee Partner with the MFG leader and Area process leads to help define and create strategies for Harmon’s organizational culture goals, working to make Harmon an employer of choice. Report findings and action plans to Plant and Shop Manager. \n\nMeet daily production goals Monitor the lines to ensure employees are working effectively. Delegate and provide support to the line, when needed, to ensure the daily production goals are met. \n\nAddress delays and develop corrective measures needed to take Determine the root cause of issues on the lines and develop a plan to resolve issues and communicate to the team when applicable. \n\nAttend daily Tier 2 meeting Review the production goals, previous targets safety updates, and expected arrival of materials with leaders and office staff. \n\nLead daily Tier 1 meeting with assigned employees Review safety updates, quality updates and production updates with all employees on your current project/line. Suggestions and recognitions can also be discussed and are highly recommended during this meeting. \n\nHour by Hour management Review performance on hour-by-hour boards, and audit safety, quality and visual workplace standards. \n\nProblem Solving Lead and participate in problem solving, root cause analyses, kaizen events and continuous improvement planning. \n\nLoad and unload truck by hand, and forklift, if needed Be able to load and unload material from a box truck or flatbed utilizing several different equipment options. \n\nFabricate and/or assemble framing units using manual and power tools, if needed Cut extrusions to appropriate length for assemble purposes, in accordance with fabrication drawings. \n\nStage product by hand, dolly or forklift, if needed Place materials in appropriate areas as outlined by job specifications. \n\nSort, handle and install frames using appropriate gaskets, accessories and sealant, if needed \nRegulate workload based on daily production goals Ensure people are balanced in appropriate workstations to complete daily production goals. Ensure fabrication has necessary equipment in place to meet production needs. \n\nStage glass to A-frame by hand or overhead crane, if needed Follow the Standard Operation Procedure (SOP)/Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) on how to perform task safely and appropriately. \n\nPull and stock inventory per job by hand, forklift, scissors lift and/or overhead crane \nMonitor Smartsheet reports Ensure daily production is being maintained throughout the day and tasks are being completed in an orderly fashion. \n\nReview fabrication packages to understand all of the parts needed to assemble the units for the job. \nComplete inspection logs of equipment and inform the Manufacturing Leader of any non-compliant machinery. \nCoordinate with CNC Programmer to ensure accurate codes are created in the appropriate order \nDevelop best practices that provide the most effective flow for the project to run. Incorporate input from the team to ensure the most valuable ideas are being utilized. \nLead and participate in the kaizen (structured problem solving) process. Time, effort and resources needed depend on the magnitude of the issue required to be resolved. Lead processes in which you are responsible for overseeing. Support larger initiatives. \nParticipate in and drive our continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities for streamlining work and reducing cost and waste. Motivate employees to participate in improving their workplace both physically and financially. \nAssist in the creation and development of standard work instructions Describe the purpose of the work instruction and how to complete specific tasks in the most efficient and safest manner while achieving the highest quality. Decide on formatting and ensure the document is short, simple and clear. \n\nInspect units periodically to ensure they are being built safely and meet the quality standards. Refer to the QA/QC (Quality Assurance/Quality Control) program which outlines the quality procedures that will be conducted on a daily basis for the job. \nAdhere to the job/project specific quality procedures outlined in the document provided at the beginning of each job. \nEnsure all employees follow safety policies and procedures put in place to identify risks in the workplace. Ensure all employees have received proper training to eliminate the potential for injuries within the workplace. Ensure all tools and equipment are in good working order. Establish an environment that encourages open communication to report safety events when observed. \nAssist in the development of Job Hazard Analysis Focus on the relationship between the worker, task, tools and work environment to identify proactive measures to prevent job hazards. \n\nConduct a meeting at the beginning of each shift in which employees engage in specific exercises that help them loosen muscles that are vital to completing their daily jobs functions. \nMaintain certification in operating cranes and forklifts \nMaintain training and certification in operating cranes and forklifts based on OSHA requirements. \nStrengths that are important to Harmon \nCollaborate\nEncourage collaboration with your peers and leaders\nFocus on results\nMaintain a strong desire to execute through customer focus and attention to detail\nDo the right thing\nDeliver excellence, treat each other with respect\nBe flexible\nAdjust quickly and effectively to shifts in business and project needs\nValue a balanced life\nReward each other’s contributions and cultivate a welcoming environment\nAttain clarity and alignment\nEnsure you have clarity and alignment before moving forward\nOur Benefits\nWe care about and invest in our employees. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being and foster professional development. Here is a glimpse of what you can look forward to if you join our team.\nCompetitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)\n\nIncentive Plans\n\n401(k) with employer contribution and match\n\nEmployee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match\n\nPaid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)\n\nPaid Holidays\n\nTuition Reimbursement Program\n\nEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)\n\nWellness Program\n\nTraining and Career Progression\n\nApogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.","description_format":"text","description_chars":10815,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":5,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"high_school","optional":false},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":["Professional development"],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Glass & Ceramics Manufacturing","Construction"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-10-27T05:00:11Z"}],"visa":[],"liveness":{"score":86,"band":"hot","label":"Hiring now","p_open":1,"p_active":0.86,"p_room":1,"age_days":3,"expected_fill_days":40,"reasons":["conf:1","win:early"],"computed_at":"2026-10-29T05:49:05Z"},"pay":null,"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/apogee-enterprises-sr-team-lead","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/apogee-enterprises-sr-team-lead.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-10-29T18:29:14Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","about":"Alion is a live layer of people, companies and AI agents: who they are, whether they are real and active right now, what they do and how to work with them, readable by people and by agents and paid per call.","catalog":"https://alion.io/catalog.json","usage":{"tier":"crawler_verified","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":27329,"day_limit":null,"remaining_today":null,"minute_limit":300,"resets_at":"2026-10-30T00:00:00Z"}},"offers":[{"id":"company.slices","title":"One company in depth, by slice","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002,"plus_per_slice":{"credits":0.05,"usd":0.005}},"unit":"per company, plus each slice with data","note":"the employer in depth","call":{"mcp_tool":"get_company","arguments":{"id":6232},"rest":"https://alion.io/mcp/rest/get_company?id=6232"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.slices&for=job%2Fapogee-enterprises-sr-team-lead"},{"id":"market.stats","title":"A market slice: pay, demand and time to fill","status":"live","price":{"credits":1,"usd":0.1},"unit":"per slice","note":"pay, demand and time to fill for this role and place","call":{"mcp_tool":"market_stats"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=market.stats&for=job%2Fapogee-enterprises-sr-team-lead"},{"id":"job.search","title":"Open jobs by role, technology, place, pay and visa","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002},"unit":"per posting in a list","note":"similar open postings","call":{"mcp_tool":"search_jobs"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=job.search&for=job%2Fapogee-enterprises-sr-team-lead"},{"id":"company.verify","title":"Is this company real and active right now","status":"pilot","price":null,"unit":"per company","request":{"url":"https://alion.io/catalog/request","method":"POST","body":"{\"offer\": \"company.verify\", \"for\": \"job/apogee-enterprises-sr-team-lead\", \"note\": \"what you need it for\"}"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.verify&for=job%2Fapogee-enterprises-sr-team-lead"}],"agent":{"mcp":"https://alion.io/mcp/jobs","mcp_open":"https://alion.io/mcp/open","next":[{"tool":"get_job","arguments":{"id":3315103}},{"tool":"search_jobs","arguments":{"company":"apog.com","detail":"compact"}},{"tool":"match_people","arguments":{"job_id":3315103},"note":"people open to offers who fit this vacancy"}],"note":"The same data through MCP tools: https://alion.io/mcp/open needs no sign-in (compact searches, postings, people); https://alion.io/mcp with an Alion account has everything. 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