Manufacturing Team Leader

Location: Appleton, WI (Forming Site)
Employment Type: Full-Time | Exempt

AstenJohnson is seeking a Manufacturing Team Leader to lead safe, efficient, and high-performing manufacturing operations at our Appleton Forming site. This is a key leadership role for a hands-on, people-focused manufacturing leader who thrives in a Lean environment and is motivated by developing teams, improving processes, and delivering results.

If you enjoy balancing operational excellence with strong people leadership, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on safety, performance, and culture.

Lead. Improve. Make an Impact.

• Lead day-to-day manufacturing operations with a strong focus on safety, quality, delivery, and cost
• Own the flow of work-in-process (WIP) to support stable production, predictable delivery, and inventory control
• Manage manufacturing performance against budget and drive actions to meet or exceed site goals
• Partner closely with Site Leadership to optimize flow and drive sustainable improvements
• Develop, coach, and lead Production Team Leaders and hourly associates
• Foster strong associate engagement and maintain positive labor relations in a unionized environment
• Collaborate with HR and Site Leader on performance management, talent development, and labor-related matters
• Champion Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement culture across the site

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree required (Science or Engineering preferred)
• 2–5 years of manufacturing leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Statistical Process Control
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and motivate teams in a manufacturing environment
• Analytical, results-oriented problem solver with strong business and financial acumen
• Experience in a unionized manufacturing environment preferred
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills

Why AstenJohnson

At AstenJohnson, we combine deep industry expertise with a people-first culture. Our leaders are empowered to improve processes, develop talent, and shape the future of manufacturing. You’ll be part of a collaborative team where safety, continuous improvement, and respect for people are core values.

Ready to Lead the Way?

If you’re a manufacturing leader who enjoys developing people, improving operations, and driving meaningful results, we invite you to apply.