Team Lead - Utility Operator

The Gund Company

Euless, TX

Description
Overview
Join The Gund Company, where you will find friends who will support and challenge you to crush goals that provide amazing growth opportunities. We are in the business of electrical insulation manufacturing, but we really pride ourselves in just being a group of fun, driven, problem solvers who LOVE what we do!
The Gund Company: Take Care of Each Other, Take Care of the Customer and Take Care of the Business
Job Summary
Primary role is managing resources; Operators, equipment and materials. Responsible for flow of work through the shop and technical training of Operators. In addition, the role requires the ability to operate all machinery, and perform the most complex machining, set-ups, and programming.
Essential Job Functions
Resource Management
Primarily serve as shift or work cell team lead that guides operators and projects of varying scope and work cells:
Serve as a technical resource and team leader for operators
Train and develop less experienced operators and participate in their development in partnership with VSM
Complete work order paperwork and demonstrate an outstanding record of quality, efficiency, and productivity
Provide guidance, feedback and positive behavior modeling The Gund Company culture of care:
Determine if tools are undamaged and in safe condition for use
Make suggestions to improve production and order processing efficiency
Follow safety rules and quality standards
Model ethical and moral behavior consistent with the values and ideals supported by The Gund Company
Technical Functions
Additional duties in setting up and operating machinery.
Set-up and operate machines in multiple families of equipment that include but are not limited to saws, manual mills, lathes, presses, routers etc.
Performs progressive machining operations on parts and work orders involving very close tolerances and/or unusual requirements
Perform in-process inspection according to standard procedures
Maintain a clean and organized work area
Requirements
Qualifications and Competencies
Perform work independently with minimal defects
Ability to be flexible in situations when production needs change unexpectedly.
Intermediate math skills & aptitude
Ability to understand drawing and blueprints
Ability to use measuring instruments accurately and effectively
Excellent problem-solving skills
Must be able to work overtime as needed
Education And Experience
A technical degree and 5+ years of experience preferred, Or, experience and education will be considered
Prior experience in a manufacturing industry is required
Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee may be required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment is typical of most shop environments, not climate controlled and impacted by outdoor weather conditions. Team members are exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting.
Frequent exposure to fumes/dust particles; may require use of respirators or other types of PPE.
May come in contact with toxic or caustic chemicals.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Why Join Us?
Our employees have a vested interest in our Company’s success. The Gund Company is 30% employee-owned through our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan). Shares are awarded each year based on a calculation that takes into consideration our Company’s financial profitability, employee tenure, and earnings. There is no out-of-pocket investment required!
In addition, our employees enjoy:
A safe and healthy work environment
Competitive wages
Comprehensive, cost-effective employee benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability
401(k) retirement savings program with a 50% employer match up to 6% of contributions
Regular employee feedback through our IDP (Individual Development Plan)
According to the Gallup Q12 employee survey method, The Gund Company is ranked “world-class” regarding employee engagement. Please review our current career opportunities and consider applying today! We are always accepting applications for new talent to join our organization.
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.
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Posted 2026-02-09

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