John Deere

Team Leader

John Deere$77K — $116K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years in team leadership roles, preferably in manufacturing
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills
  • Experience in high-pressure decision-making environments
  • Familiarity with enforcing company policies and conducting critical conversations
  • Flexibility for overtime, weekends, and varying shifts
  • Interdepartmental communication experience in operations, engineering, or HR

Responsibilities

  • Oversee multi-shift paint and maintenance operations
  • Manage performance metrics for safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency
  • Facilitate employee engagement and maintain a positive workplace culture
  • Ensure personnel receive appropriate training and tools
  • Lead safety initiatives and enforce quick corrective actions
  • Monitor production quality and troubleshoot issues
  • Support factory goals related to 5S, Continuous Improvement, and budgeting

Benefits

  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Comprehensive savings and retirement benefits
  • Generous healthcare contributions
  • Adoption assistance programs
  • Employee Assistance Programs available
  • Tuition assistance for further education
  • Fitness subsidies and on-site gym access
  • Employee purchase plan with discounts
  • Vacation and holiday pay options
Full Job Description
Primary Location: United States (US) - Illinois - East Moline
Function: Operations (CA)
Title: Team Leader - 124224
Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

Your Responsibilities

As a Team Leader for JD Harvester Works located in East Moline, IL you will:

  • Multi shift responsibility for paint and maintenance operations and executions
  • Manage and monitor individual and department performance on safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency and take corrective action including discipline as needed.
  • Lead employee engagement activities while establishing a positive employee environment through communications, feedback, and overall guidance.
  • Ensure that assigned personnel have appropriate training, work instruction, and tooling to successfully execute their jobs.
  • Lead safety through regular safety communications, driving engagement in the CI Safety and Ergonomic Risk Assessment process and prompting near miss reporting with a focus on quick, thorough safety corrective actions.
  • Monitor Control Plans, troubleshoot workmanship problems, and generally supervise production activities to ensure that manufactured products meet or exceed all established quality requirements.
  • Drive department-level support of factory goals regarding 5S implementation, Continuous Improvement, manpower planning, and operating budgets.


VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

What Skills You Need

  • Primarily off shift position supporting paint and maintenance operations with period of first shift assignment
  • Excellent communicator who thrives on solving problems and working in a team environment
  • Demonstrated experience making sound decisions and being proactive in a high-pressure or time-sensitive environments
  • Ability to conduct crucial conversations, including ability to enforce company policies, practices, procedures and work rules
  • Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and variable shifts as business needs
  • Experience communicating across functions, such as supply management, engineering, operations, and human resources or labor relations


What Makes You Stand Out

  • 1 or more years of experience with production control systems, preferably within John Deere
  • 1 or more years of experience in a leadership role in a union environment
  • Two (2) or more years of experience with shop floor manufacturing and incentive pay systems (such as CIPP)
  • Cross-functional work experience in Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Material Control, or Supply Management
  • Demonstrated experience utilizing lean manufacturing techniques to drive business improvements
  • Possess a good working knowledge of the appropriate operating and information systems used in Operations (Word, Excel, SAP, SharePoint, Power BI)


Education

Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology, Operations, Business/Management, or Supply Management or equivalent experience


What You'll Get

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Highly competitive base pay
  • Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
  • Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
  • Adoption assistance
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Tuition assistance
  • Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
  • Charitable contribution match
  • Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use
  • Vacation and Holiday Pay

$77,628.00 - $116,436.00 + Benefits

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Must be 18 years of age or older to apply

The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines.

The terms of the applicable benefit plans, and all company actions administering or interpreting these plans, continue to control. Deere & Company reserves the right to suspend, amend, modify, or terminate the Plan(s) in any manner at any time, including the right to modify or eliminate any cost-sharing between the company and participants. Changes, which can be made at any time, are made by action of the company's board of directors, or to the extent authorized by resolution of its board of directors, or by the Deere & Company Compensation Committee. In the event of a conflict between the language of the official Plan Documents and this document, the language of the official Plan Documents will control.

About John Deere

John Deere provides lawn, garden parts, attachments, construction, commercial mowing, golf, sports turf, engine, remanufactured parts, components, and maintenance parts. Their products include lawn, garden, electric, agriculture, construction, landscaping, grounds care, forestry, logging, engines, drivetrain, electronics, government, military sales, attachments, accessories, implements, and rental sale products.

John Deere Careers

Join the vibrant team at John Deere, a global leader in agricultural and construction equipment innovation, where your skills and passions can help shape the future of the industry. At John Deere, we are committed to fostering a culture of growth, leadership, and diversity, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking dynamic and rewarding job opportunities. Work You’ll Do At John Deere, you will be part of a team that is dedicated to excellence and innovation. Our professionals are at the forefront of engineering and technology, driving transformation in the agriculture and construction sectors. With a career at John Deere, you will lead industry-changing projects that integrate cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices. Join our diverse group of talented individuals who are passionate about developing new strategies and solutions that meet the evolving needs of our global customers. Whether in design, manufacturing, research, or digital technology, your work at John Deere will contribute to the efficiency and productivity of those who cultivate, harvest, transform, enrich, and build upon the land. Professional Growth and Development John Deere believes in the power of continuous professional development and offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. Our leadership and diversity training programs are designed to enhance your skills and prepare you for a wide range of challenges and leadership roles within the company. Internship Opportunities Kickstart your career with a John Deere internship. Our internships provide hands-on experience in your field of study, allowing you to apply academic knowledge to real-world projects. Interns at John Deere gain valuable industry insights and professional networking opportunities, setting the foundation for a successful career. Benefits and Culture At John Deere, we prioritize the well-being and satisfaction of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health, financial security, and work-life balance of our team members. Our inclusive culture encourages collaboration and innovation, ensuring that every employee can contribute to their fullest potential. Hiring Process Embark on your John Deere career journey by exploring our open positions that match your skills and interests. Our hiring process is designed to be transparent and engaging, starting from your initial application and resume submission to interviews and employment offers. We seek curious, creative, and solution-driven team players who are ready to make a difference. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search John Deere jobs today and find the position that aligns with your career aspirations. We are constantly looking for individuals who are ready to drive innovation and lead the way in global agriculture and construction solutions. Keep Up to Date Stay informed with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can use today—all from the people who work at John Deere. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at John Deere. Explore the possibilities with John Deere and be part of a team that is dedicated to those linked to the land. Join us in our mission to deliver products and services that support a growing world.
Learn more about John Deere
Size
75,550 employees
Market Cap
$129.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.4 billion
Founded
1837
5 Year Trend
+11.9%
Revenue
$37 billion
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