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Manufacturing Team Lead 2nd Shift

4/10/2026

The Team Lead will guide operators and manage daily production priorities to ensure efficient workflow. They are also responsible for performing complex machining operations and training less-experienced staff.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

The Gund Company is a vertically integrated manufacturer and fabricator of engineered material solutions. We operate 13 facilities worldwide, including our materials testing laboratory in Milwaukee and our world headquarters in St. Louis, MO. Since 1951, we have listened to our customers and learned about the demanding operating environments of their industries. We are AS9100D Certified and ITAR Compliant. Our custom fabricated parts are manufactured according to ISO 9001:2015 certified quality systems. We take a consultative, engineering approach to understanding the electrical and mechanical needs of your application. Our material specialists provide options that meet or exceed your requirements as well as sharing insights on how to optimize production for material yield, fabrication efficiency, and cost reduction. The Gund Company has unparalleled capability and capacity to satisfy the customer's toughest requirements. As a vertically integrated materials manufacturer, we control our supply chain, which allows us to meet our client's tightest timelines. Over the past 70+ years, The Gund Company has developed a reputation for outstanding customer service, quality, responsiveness, and application knowledge. Our advanced manufacturing and fabrication capabilities allow result in custom parts to fit your specific application. For more information on any of our products or services, please visit our website at www.thegundcompany.com or contact one of our material and fabrication specialists. We look forward to serving you!

About the Role

Description

Manufacturing Team Lead - 2nd Shift

Location: Euless, Texas
Shift: Monday–Friday | 1:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Salary: $29.54/hr + 15% shift differential

Join The Gund Company, a 30% employee-owned electrical insulation manufacturer, where teamwork, skill development, and leadership growth are core to what we do. We’re seeking an experienced Team Lead / Machinist to support production on 2nd shift by leading operators, managing workflow, and performing advanced machining operations.

What You’ll Be Doing

Serve as the shift or work-cell Team Lead, guiding operators and daily production priorities
Manage resources including people, equipment, and materials to keep work flowing efficiently
Set up and operate a variety of machines including manual mills, lathes, saws, routers, and presses
Perform complex machining, set-ups, and programming with close tolerances
Train, coach, and support less-experienced operators in partnership with leadership
Complete work orders, inspections, and documentation while maintaining high quality standards
Promote and model safety, accountability, and The Gund Company’s culture of care
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in productivity and processes

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

Prior experience in a manufacturing or machining environment (required)
5+ years of machining experience preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to read blueprints, interpret drawings, and use measuring instruments accurately
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Intermediate math skills and comfort working with tight tolerances
Flexibility to adapt to changing production demands and work overtime as needed

Why Join The Gund Company?

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – 30% employee owned at no cost to you
Competitive pay plus shift differential
Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k) with company match
Stable work schedule and clear opportunities for growth and leadership development

Apply today and be part of a team that takes care of each other, the customer, and the business.

EEO Statement: It is the policy of The Gund Company to recruit, hire, train, and promote employees without discriminating based on race, gender, age, religion, national origin, veteran status, sexual preference, or disability.

(Table Saw, Chop Saw, Radial Arm Saw, Manual Router, Disc Sander, Band/Cut-Off Saw, Panel Saw, Shear, VARTM, Autoclave, Slitting, Press Brake)

Key Skills

MachiningTeam leadershipBlueprint readingManual millsLathesProgrammingQuality inspectionProblem-solvingSafety complianceWorkflow managementTrainingMeasuring instrumentsPress operationContinuous improvement