Group Leader, Paint Maintenance
About The Position
We believe that sharing common values and bringing together ideas from all people of a community triggers more engagement, creativity and performance. By inspiring each other and fostering an inclusive, friendly environment that helps us thrive as individuals we create a unique and cooperative work sphere. We value diversity and inclusion and care for everybody that supports us with his or her skills. Find your future with us and join our team! What You Do Job Title: Group Leader, Paint Maintenance (Weekend Shift | 3x12 Schedule) Mazda Toyota Manufacturing Teamwork, Respect, Innovation, Opportunity…not just words, but the cornerstone of Mazda Toyota Manufacturing USA’s $1.6 Billion manufacturing plant in Huntsville, Alabama. We are looking for a driven Paint Maintenance Group Leader to join our weekend crew, working a 3-day, 12-hour shift schedule. This role offers the opportunity to lead a high-performing team while supporting critical operations in a state-of-the-art manufacturing environment. What You Do You will drive continuous improvement initiatives centered around paint line equipment efficiency and reliability, while helping team members and contractors understand the importance and impact of these efforts. As a part of the above, and on an ongoing basis will also:
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- At least 1 year of supervisory experience in automotive manufacturing (paint experience preferred)
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
Nice To Haves
- 2+ years of supervisory experience in automotive manufacturing
- Experience in paint or assembly/logistics environments
- Degree in Engineering, Technical, or Business field
- Experience working with Toyota production or logistics systems
Responsibilities
- Establish strong team member relations, at all levels and provide support for people development, coaching, and mentoring with a focus on teamwork and inclusion
- Work closely with advisors from Mazda and Toyota
- Create improvement strategies relative to KPI achievement and in translating those strategies into concrete action plans by use of Floor Management Systems
- Lead safety initiatives and support Kaizen activities
- Ensure alignment of activities to support the business plan
- Support preventative and predictive maintenance system and ensure compliance and effectiveness
- Support new equipment introduction
- Create and manage team member development plans
- Spare parts setup and management
- Support long-term maintenance reliability and efficiency strategy
- Support reliability Kaizen including major breakdown root cause analysis, KPI/SSR action plan implementation, utility infrastructure risk analysis, and system efficiency
- Lead activities to improve operational efficiency and reduce MTTR/MTBF
- Manage Maintenance standardization activity including master maintenance plans, contingency plans, and best practices
- Lead evaluation and maintenance cost reduction activities
- Troubleshoot and problem solving to eliminate chronic line stop issues
- Cultivate a workforce that is representative of Diversity and Inclusion initiatives
- Performs other related duties as assigned by the department
- Be available to work outside of normal work schedule, including but not limited to holidays, shutdowns, and travel as needed (domestically and internationally)
Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare and wellness plans
- 401K Savings Plan featuring a company match.
- Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
- Vehicle Discount Program
- Child Care Assistance Program
- Relocation Assistance (if applicable)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
