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Apex Tool Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. 

Group Lead 2nd Shift

Job Req ID:  1245
Location: 

Jonesboro, AR, US, 72401

Work Arrangement:  Onsite

The Blueprint (Role Profile)

Opportunity for a 2nd Shift Group Lead in the Assembly work cell at our Jonesboro, AR facility. The work schedule is 2nd shift Monday through Friday 2 PM to 10:30 PM daily.

Come build your future with us!

  • Excellent benefits starting your 1st day - medical, dental, and vision insuranc;, 401(k) with company match; health savings account; flexible spending plan; and more!
  • 3 weeks paid time off/vacation
  • 11 paid holidays
  • $1.00 per hour shift premium for 2nd shift

The Build (Responsibilities)

  • Oversee the day-to-day operation while providing technical support to associates in given work area(s).
  • Work with production supervisors to carry out production plans by setting priorities.
  • Report to production supervisors or appropriate members of management regarding associate issues.
  • Monitor team performance and report on metrics.
  • Listen to team members’ feedback and resolve issues or conflicts.
  • Ensure proper training, coaching, and feedback to new employees.
  • Assess, identify, and address training opportunities, including job skills training and goal setting.
  • Facilitate effective team meetings.
  • Submit work orders when needed.
  • Responsible for following safety/regulatory policies and procedures, as well as reporting safety/regulatory concerns to the Production, Safety, or Quality Manager.
  • Willingness to help as an operator in work area.
  • Ability to understand, review, and speak about the Daily Production Board.
  • Recognize high performance and reward accomplishments.
  • Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.
  • Ability to work overtime (more than 40 hours per week) as required.

The Toolbox (Qualifications)

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Minimum of 1-year related work experience.
  • Strong leadership/communication/people skills.
  • Solid mechanical ability.
  • In-depth understanding of the business and production workflow.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Able to work overtime (more than 40 hours per week) as required.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to stand and walk continuously for 8 hours, if necessary.
  • Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
  • Ability to lift and carry heavy equipment and/or materials.

At Apex Tool Group (www.apextoolgroup.com), we build innovation. Each day, our associates strive to find new and exciting ways to help our customers solve their most complex challenges. By harnessing our global resources, unprecedented insights and spirit for service, we build more than just tools for the jobsite – we help build the future.

ATG is a global manufacturer of hand and power tools, tool storage and accessories, chain, and electronic soldering solutions with more than $1.2 billion in annual revenues. Our 6,700 associates around the world have built powerhouse brands like GEARWRENCH®, SATA®, Crescent®, Cleco®, Weller® and APEX®. Our brands are trusted by the professional trades and DIY enthusiasts alike. With our roots dating back to the 1800’s, our tools have driven technological advancements that drive efficiency, speed and safety for customers in a broad range of commercial and consumer markets. 

 As part of the ATG team, you will move fast, think globally, learn from your colleagues and grow your career. You’ll enjoy competitive benefits, a healthy work/life balance and have opportunities to give back to the communities we serve.

Our six core values - Customers Come First, Integrity in All We Do, Continuous Improvement, Innovation for Growth, Passion to Succeed and Best Talent, One Team - drive our daily decisions. Connect with us on social media to learn more – Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

If your goal is to work where finding a better way never ends and your ideas become reality, join us and say #WeBuildATG!


Nearest Major Market: Jonesboro