Electro-Mechanical Production Team Lead | Electrical Assembly & Manufacturing Operations

Job Description Company: Thern, Inc.Location: WinonaState: MinnesotaJob Type: Full-Time | Non-ExemptCompensation: $45K - $60K Annually, depending on experienceBenefits:Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsurancePaid Time OffPaid Holidays401(k)Career Growth OpportunitiesStable, Long-Term Manufacturing EnvironmentLead from the Floor — Not Behind a DeskThern, Inc. is seeking a hands-on Electro-Mechanical Production Team Lead to support and coordinate the daily activities of an electrical assembly team while actively participating in production and assembly work.This is an ideal opportunity for someone with electro-mechanical assembly, electrical controls, panel building, motor controls, or manufacturing leadership experience who enjoys solving problems, supporting teams, and staying involved in the technical side of production.At Thern, we have over 75 years of experience manufacturing high-quality lifting, pulling, and positioning equipment used across multiple industries worldwide. Our team takes pride in building innovative products while maintaining a strong culture focused on quality, safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.What You'll Do:Team Leadership & Production CoordinationServe as a working team lead supporting the daily efforts of the assembly teamSpend approximately 10–15% of time on leadership and coordination responsibilities while remaining hands-on in productionLead shift startup meetings and coordinate workflow prioritiesAssign daily work based on schedules, skillsets, and production needsSupport employee training, onboarding, and cross-training effortsServe as the first escalation point for production-related issuesElectrical & Electro-Mechanical AssemblySupport electrical panel builds, wire harness assembly, and electro-mechanical sub-assembliesInterpret and work from:Electrical schematicsLadder logic diagramsAssembly drawingsAssist with assembly and testing of:Specialized motor controlsElectrical winch motor startersVariable Frequency Drives (VFDs)Support VFD programming and troubleshootingQuality, Safety & Continuous ImprovementEnsure compliance with Safety, Quality, ISO, and company standardsSupport lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiativesMaintain communication with leadership regarding schedules, priorities, and production concernsParticipate in weekly team meetings focused on accountability and process improvementAdministrative & Team SupportValidate weekly time entries and approve time clock cardsCoordinate PTO scheduling to maintain operational coverageProvide input on employee development and skill assessmentsEscalate personnel concerns to supervisors, plant management, or HR when neededWhat We're Looking For:Experience in electro-mechanical assembly or manufacturing operationsAbility to read and interpret:Electrical schematicsLadder logic diagramsMechanical assembly drawingsExperience with:Electrical panel buildsMotor controlsWire harness assemblyVFDs (preferred)Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication and team leadership abilitiesStrong organizational and time-management skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentPreferred Qualifications:Associate degree in electronics, operations, business management, or related fieldLean manufacturing experienceExperience leading or mentoring production employeesKnowledge of ISO and quality standardsWhy Join Thern?Stable, well-established manufacturing company with 75+ years of industry leadershipHands-on leadership role with real impact on operations and productionOpportunity to work with advanced electro-mechanical systems and controlsTeam-oriented manufacturing cultureLong-term career growth opportunitiesDiverse and technical manufacturing environmentWork Environment:Manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery, electrical components, and production operationsOccasional evening or weekend work may be required based on production schedulesAlternate Titles:Electro-Mechanical Team LeadElectrical Assembly LeadProduction Team LeadElectrical Production LeadManufacturing Team LeadElectrical Controls Technician LeadPanel Build LeadElectro-Mechanical Assembly LeadElectrical Manufacturing LeadKeywords for SEO: electro-mechanical assembly, electrical assembly, production team lead, electrical panel building, wire harness assembly, VFD programming, ladder logic, schematics, motor controls, manufacturing operations, lean manufacturing, assembly lead, industrial controls, Winona MN manufacturing jobs, production leadership, ISO manufacturing, electrical troubleshooting, assembly technician leadEEOC Statement: We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.