Fabrication Team Lead (Weekend shift)

For more than 75 years, Douglas Dynamics has been North America’s premier manufacturer and upfitter of commercial work truck attachments and equipment. Our family of industry-leading brands — FISHER®, SnowEx®, WESTERN®, HENDERSON®, DEJANA®, and VENCO VENTURO® — is trusted for superior innovation, reliability, and performance.

Just as important as what we build is how we build it. We believe our people and culture are critical to our success. At Douglas Dynamics, you’ll be part of a team that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and empowered decision-making. We provide the tools, training, and support our employees need to thrive — because when our people succeed, so does our business.

When you join Douglas Dynamics, you become part of a tradition — and a future — where your ideas matter, your contributions are valued, and your growth is supported.

Our Core Values — Grow, Improve, and Engage — define who we are and guide how we work every day. We bring these values to life through our Winning Behaviors, which shape how we serve our customers, support one another, and succeed together:

• Be Customer & Results Driven – Consider the customer in everything you do and focus on meaningful outcomes.
• Anticipate the Possibilities – See around corners and embrace ideas that move our business forward.
• Collaborate & Care – Work together and support our customers, communities, and each other.
• Communicate Responsibly – Build trust through thoughtful listening and clear communication.
• Develop Self & Others – Take ownership of your growth while helping others do the same.
• Get Better Every Day – Continuous improvement is at the heart of how we work — every day.

We are seeking a Fabrication Team Lead (Weekend shift) to join our team and help drive our continued success. This role plays an important part in supporting our customers, strengthening our business, and contributing to the long-term growth of Douglas Dynamics.

Weekend Working Lead is responsible for overseeing and coordinating a range of operations in the Fabrication unit. Work may be performed in both laser and press break environments. The Lead actively supports team engagement and a total quality culture, performs designated maintenance functions, and maintains TPM records. Additionally, the role includes training and auditing shop floor associates, upholding 5S standards, and assuming full ownership of quality across all team functions.

In this role, you will leverage your skills, experience, and perspective to make a meaningful impact. You’ll collaborate with teammates across the organization, contribute ideas, and help deliver results that matter for our customers and our business.

• Assume ownership and accountability for the safety, quality, and performance of the team
• Maintain and promote a safe work environment; address safety hazards and unsafe behaviors immediately
• Train, coach, and observe Shop Floor Associates (SFAs) to ensure following to standard work
• Ensure team adherence to quality standards, product specifications, and established inspection requirements
• Maintain effective communication across all shifts and promote a single BU mindset
• Direct SFA work within the cell/BU and monitor schedule attainment throughout the shift
• Respond to Andon calls, production issues, and other shop floor needs; adjust priorities as needed
• Monitor production performance and take action to maintain established pace and production targets
• Perform production activities as a last resort when needed to maintain workflow and standard work
• Ensure recurring scheduled tasks are completed accurately and on time by self and team members
• Participate in new product launches, Kaizen events, 3P activities, and other continuous improvement initiatives as required
• Support MDI and MOS processes and provide accurate production information and feedback
• Lead by example by demonstrating behaviors aligned with company culture, goals, policies, and Winning Behaviors to achieve team goals
• Recognize individual differences and adapt leadership and coaching approaches accordingly
• Address and facilitate the resolution of employee and peer conflicts and shop floor issues
• Perform additional duties as assigned
• Schedule: Sunday, Friday, and Saturday, with additional hours as required to meet business needs.

Experience and/or Training: Knowledge of basic lean concepts (DDMS), minimum one year within the organization, prior leadership experience, ability to perform multiple positions within home BU and prior background in a manufacturing setting.

Education/Experience: high school diploma or GED preferred but not required.

Technology/Equipment: Microsoft Office experience

Additional Skills: Ability to train others, perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions, able to report daily production, strong communication skills both written and oral, perform basic math, ability to focus on multiple priorities and ability to work a flexible schedule as needed