Lead Operator – Second Shift, 2:00 PM–10:30 PM

Job overview

The Lead Operator role is onsite in Lafayette, IN, on the second shift from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM. Compensation is not specified. The position supports production operations at Heartland Automotive. The lead operator coordinates and assists associates in operating manufacturing equipment, maintaining safety and quality, recording production information, and supporting continuous improvement and production goals.

What you'll do

• Train and assist associates with preventive maintenance
• set up and safely operate machinery
• record and dispose of scrap
• complete rework
• lead and fill in for associates as needed
• clear faults and restart machines
• inspect and measure products
• complete paperwork and data entry
• maintain 5S standards
• monitor attendance and production records
• support continuous improvement and emergency response.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

lead operator

full-time

lafayette in

heartland automotive

second shift

2:00 pm–10:30 pm

manufacturing

machine operation

quality inspection

preventive maintenance

team leadership

5s

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and two years of manufacturing experience. The posting specifies a second-shift schedule of 2:00 PM–10:30 PM.

About the employer

HEARTLAND AUTOMOTIVE LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Motor Vehicle Transmission and Power Train Parts Manufacturing. Sector: 33.