Job Location
Webster

“It is a fun workplace and the management is great to work with. Many job opportunities.” ~ Troy Lindgren

Job Title: Team Lead

Organization Description: ESCO Manufacturing is the 2024 SBA Family Business of the Year and the premier wholesale sign manufacturing company headquartered in the heart of the Midwest in Watertown South Dakota. Our mission is to be a leader in the sign industry by providing the best value in visual identification and advertising to our customers, through excellent work ethics and high standards of business practices. For more information, visit www.escomanufacturing.com

About the job: 
As a Team Lead for our company, you will enjoy working in our family-like atmosphere that strives for teamwork, innovation, and personal growth. Each day provides new challenges through custom projects and in-house training opportunities. Our Core Values of One Team, Integrity, and Engaged are ingrained into our culture, and our team members are rewarded for their efforts. We’re living our Vision by creating WOW experiences for our team members, customers, and communities!Main Responsibilities: 

  • Assist supervisor with operations to ensure that it complies with the quality and safety standards of the company. 
  • Recommend improvements in quality processes and production procedures and equipment. 
  • Assist with the proper trainings to the team on their job duties. 
  • Help ensure each staff meets the assigned production targets daily. 
  • Manage resource allocation including work station assignments, employee breaks and shift rotations to achieve assigned objectives. 
  • Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for operational efficiency. 
  • Coordinate with supervisor to address issues and safety concerns immediately. 
  • Build safe, clean and positive working atmosphere.
  • Promote Lean Manufacturing techniques.
  • Strive to meet all company goals and objectives.
  • Prepare daily production reports as requested on output, quality and quantity.
  • All other duties as assigned. 

Preferred Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required. 
  • Production leadership, team lead, or supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment. 
  • Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and employee development skills. 
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with employees at all levels of the organization. 
  • Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills. 
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other business software applications. 
  • Commitment to continuous improvement, operational excellence, and teamwork. 

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit for extended periods, including up to a 10-hour shift. 
  • Ability to frequently move throughout a manufacturing facility. 
  • Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 40 pounds, including awkwardly shaped materials or items. 
  • Ability to safely perform duties in a manufacturing environment, including exposure to noise, moving equipment, and varying temperatures. 
Our company has used ESCO Manufacturing for many years for our wholesale electric sign needs. They have manufactured many different types of signs for us over the years. We have had the same sales rep for many years. That says a lot in itself about the company. They have never let us down and always delivered a quality product in a timely manner. They are very competitive and always have great ideas to help us with design and installation. I highly recommend them, they won't let you down
Justin Helmke
JH Signs
Our account rep has been with us from the start of All State Signs. Throughout the years we have come to rely on ESCO's extensive product knowledge and fast turn arounds to fill our customer needs. ESCO has always been a reliable source for our company, and as we grow, we will continue to rely on their terrific customer service and quality products.
Beau & Raean Bilbrey
All State Signs Great Falls, MT
ESCO Manufacturing has been our channel letter fabricator for over 12 years. They are an exemplary company that manufactures high quality products and we have been completely satisfied with their customer service. Their staff is knowledgeable and able to handle any request. We are happy to recommend their services.
Jerry & Marlene Sandmann
Sandmann Signs & Electric Inc.
I have used ESCO Manufacturing for the better part of 20 years as an outlet for sign projects when we are overloaded and have seen nothing but the best of Quality, no shortcuts on the manufacturing process and as always very easy to work with sign professionals.
Kirk Ronning
Indigo Signworks
We have worked with ESCO Manufacturing with many of our projects and have had great results. Our account rep has been great to work with providing ideas and giving us a great product. It's been a pleasure to work with ESCO and I highly recommend!
Christian Guenther
AP Design
My companies have worked with ESCO for many years. We have collaborated on many projects, receiving professional knowledge and products in a timely manner. From answering an install question while on the job site to planning and discussing initial project concept sketches, ESCO has always been able to offer me the know-how to offer my customers a professional experience! Thank you ESCO!
Cathy Krommenhoek
Total Motors
From the sales to fabrication, to shipping, and accounting departments, the entire process has been seamless. At any given time we can see exactly where our job is in the process. Over the years, your team has displayed nothing but professionalism. Thank you, ESCO, for being a vendor we can count on consistently. We look forward to our relationship continuing!  
Haley
Affordable Signs
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