Production Team Leader (Automotive)

Our OfferingCompetitive wages - starting rate: $34.50; top rate: $40.69 per hour + shift premiums);Eligible for medical and dental benefits the 1st of the month following date of hire;Regular increases, dependent upon performance, until top rate is reached;Opportunities for advancement into varying positions with higher pay scales;Up to 6% in Pension Matching Contributions, effective 60 days from benefits activation;An annual Defined Profit-Sharing Plan (dependent upon company performance);Employee Discount programs are available for all employees;Clean, bright and climate-controlled production areas;This posting is for an existing vacancy;AI is not used to review our applicants.Your Key ResponsibilitiesMonitors and evaluates KPI goals for the work areaUses an effective compelling dashboard as a means of feedback on KPI'sReports KPI's to management during the daily walksActively communicate the goals to the teamCoordinates actions with Maintenance, Quality, Logistics, Human Resources to maintain productionResponsible for shift to shift communication and knowledge transfer regarding priority items, down time etc.Facilitates use of MOVE tools by the team including conducting layered audits to verify employees are following SOP's / Work ProceduresResponsible for maintaining a skilled work groupTrains new employees using approved training model / materialTrains current employees related to refresher training/new procedures/new equipment etc.Monitors absenteeism - recommends appropriate action when needed involving supervisor in any actions takenEvaluation of employees - Provides feedback to PV for employee evaluation purposes or disciplineMaintains training records of employees and insuring certifications are currentWorks in operator capacity to facilitate training of less experienced associates and to cover emergenciesResponsible for change overs, machine set up's and trouble shooting and machine repair.Promotion of a safe work environment and promoting safe work habits in all employeesMonitors that all employees safety certification records are currentSupport PL to ensure all employees receive all required safety trainingYour QualificationsTechnical degree preferred but not requiredMinimum of five (5) years relevant experience including prior leadershipHas advanced technical skills and can perform change over, machine set up's and trouble shooting and machine repair.Good knowledge of production processes, measurement and inspection procedures, production planning and control, MS-Office and SAPAbility to manage and lead a teamStrong communication and conflict resolution skills