Join the Future of Workspace Innovation at Haworth
Are you ready to shape the future of how people work, live, and thrive? At Haworth, we're not just creating furniture - we're revolutionizing the way the world interacts with spaces. As a global pioneer in workspace design since 1948, we've been pushing boundaries and redefining possibilities for over seven decades.
We're looking for visionaries like you to help write the next chapter of our story.
Discover more here!
Job Overview
We are currently looking for a Team Leader on 2nd shift (4X10) to join our team in Holland, MI.
As a Team Leader you will:
Lead a team to attain goals in Safety, Quality, Schedule, Cost, Culture, and Environment by providing effective coaching and training to distribution/production team members. Organizes and performs full range of complex duties in fast-paced environment that requires thorough understanding of functions within work cell, as well as policies and procedures. Works with supervisor and other team leaders to manage and prioritize staffing assignments to ensure customer demand and production schedule are met.
Schedule is from 3:00pm-1:30am, Monday-Thursday. OT is on Fridays from 3:00pm-11:00pm. You will always have Saturdays and Sundays off (unless you volunteer)!
Required Qualifications
High School or equivalent
3 years of experience working in a team based manufacturing environment
Applicants must be able to work inHolland, MI without relocation assistance
Applicants must possess an unrestricted right to work in the US to be eligible for this position
Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs
Ability to work comfortably when exposed to dust, noise, solvent, heat, paint, and lubricants
Ability to climb/bend/balance/twist/reach/lift/stretch
Ability to stand for extended periods and do repetitive wrist and arm movements
Military Equivalency at www.mynextmove.org/vets/find/military
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with machinery such as nip presses and similar equipment
Proven experience troubleshooting machinery with strong problem-solving skills
Demonstrated leadership experience with diverse teams
Exceptional communication skills
Experience in conflict resolution and team dynamics
Strong organizational and time management abilities
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and demonstrate flexibility in a dynamic environment
Knowledge in SAP and Microsoft Office Suite
Lean manufacturing training or certification
Industry experience in manufacturing, preferably in office furniture or automotive sectors
Relevant certifications or licensures (e.g., Powered Industrial Truck (PIT))
Essential Functions
Prepares production floor for daily production; monitors and adjusts production based on inventory and planned machine downtime, ensuring work center is sufficiently staffed to meet production demands.
Monitors and predicts flow to ensure work center is able to respond efficiently to production changes.
Observes, maintains, coordinates, and completes standard work to improve work processes and ensures members are trained to perform standard work.
Updates production metrics and facilitates regular team communications; maintains Team Boards.
Works with supervisor to develop annual plans for goal attainment and facilitate cascading of goals and objectives to production team members.
Motivates members to enhance production quality and, at same time, maintain production requirements.
Must be able to perform all essential job functions with/without accommodation.
Uses office automation, communication, software, and tools used in Haworth office environment.
Performs other duties within scope as assigned.
Design your future with Haworth
Headquartered in Holland Michigan, Haworth is a family-owned global powerhouse at the forefront of innovation and sustainable design in the workspace interiors industry. Here, you'll have access to state-of-the-art resources, collaborate with cross-functional teams of passionate innovators, and experience a blend of global reach with personal growth opportunities. Whether you're developing new manufacturing processes, implementing smart factory solutions, or designing tomorrow's workspace solutions, you'll be empowered to make a lasting impact while growing your career.
We believe in the power of collaboration and strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to make a difference. Your hard work, dedication, and talent are the foundation of our success and enable us to build meaningful connections with our customers and each other.
At Haworth, members enjoy benefits from their first day of employment:
20 Days Paid Time Off: Plus, the option to buy up to 5 extra days.
Health Benefits: Priority Health Medical options, Delta Dental, and Vision Insurance.
401k Match: Contribute 6% of your annual salary, and Haworth will match 7%.
Insurance Coverage: Company-provided Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance.
On-Site Gym: Well-equipped gym, open 24/7.
Annual Bonus Programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Volunteer Time Off
Parental Leave
Pet Insurance
Zero Waste to Landfill
As an EEO/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected genetic information, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, religion, height, weight, other protected group status, or any other basis protected by the laws where we employ people.
