Finishing - Phoenix - Metal Worker Team Lead

Chromalloy is a global engineering & solutions company. We are a leading provider of aftermarket parts, repairs, and solutions that safely & reliably extend the life of aircraft engines and gas turbines. We develop, manufacture and repair critical turbine components for a range of engine platforms. Our solutions support the engines running the aerospace, energy and defense industries around the world.

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Why work at Chromalloy?

Chromalloy employees are proud, passionate problem-solvers who strive to live our values every day. A career with Chromalloy is an opportunity to learn from top industry experts, work with important technologies, and unlock a passion for innovation. Join our team of experts, innovators and problem-solvers delivering world-class solutions for our customers. As a global company, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel represented, heard, and able to bring their best selves to work every day. Be part of something bigger with Chromalloy!

Our Total Rewards Program is designed to support you today and in the future.

• Comprehensive and flexible benefit options starting on day one, including medical, dental, vision, EAP, wellness incentives, and 401(k) with employer matching.
• Development & progression opportunities for every employee - regular performance conversations, training and development curriculum, and engineering fellowship programs.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, paid holidays, and parental leave-all eligible on your first day of employment!
• Competitive pay, including eligibility for quarterly and annual bonuses, depending on role and site.

Eligibility for individual benefit plans may vary based on employment status.

Job Summary

We're looking for a Metal Worker Team Lead to support daily production operations by coordinating workflow, ensuring a safe working environment, and helping production teams meet quality, delivery, and productivity goals. This role serves as a working leader who provides day-to-day guidance, removes barriers to production, promotes continuous improvement, and supports team performance across the operation.

Work That Matters

At Chromalloy, your work directly supports aviation safety and reliability. Our teams repair and manufacture critical aerospace components used across the global aviation industry. What you do here has real-world impact-every day.

Shift: Sunday-Thursday 10:00p-6:00a

Training: New hires are required to attend New Hire Orientation (Monday, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.) and first-week training (Tuesday-Friday, 7:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.). Additional training outside the assigned shift schedule may be required based on business needs or availability. Upon successful completion of training, employees will transition to their assigned shift.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead daily production activities to support safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals.
• Communicate production requirements, priorities, and expectations to team members.
• Ensure staffing, materials, tools, and supplies are available to meet production schedules.
• Lead daily team huddles and communicate performance metrics, safety updates, and operational priorities.
• Monitor production flow and proactively address issues impacting output or efficiency.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions for safety, quality, downtime, and productivity concerns.
• Assign work, provide guidance, and reinforce adherence to standard work and safety requirements.
• Track and communicate production performance, schedule attainment, and operational issues to leadership.
• Maintain visual management boards, production metrics, and required documentation.
• Promote a clean, organized workplace through 6S and operational excellence practices.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and cost-saving opportunities.
• Partner with supervisors and cross-functional teams to resolve operational challenges.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working in a manufacturing, production, metalworking, or industrial environment.
• Ability to lead and motivate production employees in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, engineering drawings, specifications, and production documentation.
• Basic math skills and attention to detail.
• Understanding of safety requirements and manufacturing best practices.

Nice to Have

• 1+ years of team lead, lead operator, or supervisory experience.
• Experience in aerospace, metal fabrication, machining, manufacturing, or repair operations.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, 6S, or Operational Excellence methodologies.
• Experience supporting production metrics, visual management systems, and daily performance reporting.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery, tools, noise, and production equipment.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Ability to safely lift and move materials weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods.
• May require bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and performing repetitive tasks throughout the workday.

This position may require work hours outside of the regularly scheduled hours to meet operational needs. This may include work during evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Additional work hours are assigned based on business requirements. Non-exempt employees will be paid overtime in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

The salary range for this position reflects a broad spectrum of experience levels. Individual compensation within the range is determined by multiple factors, including relevant experience, education, certifications, job related skills, internal equity, and market conditions. We evaluate each candidate individually to ensure fair and competitive pay decisions.

Due to government regulation only US persons (U.S. citizen, U.S. naturalized citizen, U.S. permanent resident, holder of U.S. approved political asylee or refugee status) may be considered for this role.

Chromalloy participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Any offer of employment will also be conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen in accordance with company policy and applicable federal and state regulations.

Chromalloy is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disabled.

In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please contact: https://www.chromalloy.com/contact-us/