Group Leader 2

Premier Staffing Solution•Lockport, NY

11d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Global Supply Chain Group Leader, you are responsible for the effective use of personnel, material, and equipment. Participates in the training, developing and evaluating of hourly team members. Participates in the development of highly effective teams. Leads Global Manufacturing Systems(GMS) processes and serves as resource supporting launch and pilot activities in assigned areas. Meets or exceeds production cost schedule and maintains quality requirements. Maintains awareness of quality standards, and communicates department quality goals, and leverages resources to solve quality issues. Builds and maintains good working relationships with employees, union and management. Understands and consistently administer the National and Local Agreements between Company and the United Auto Workers Union. Implements and follows systems that prevent reoccurrence of known issues. Promote safe work practices and achieve objectives for ergonomics, health and safety and housekeeping. Motivates, trains and develops employees to effectively perform their jobs utilizing standardized methods. Ensure team members receive adequate JIT (job instruction training). Achieve production schedules and product requirements by applying lean manufacturing/synchronous principles with emphasis on variation reduction, control costs, and achieve productivity improvements. Coach, teach, counsel and mentor Group Leaders in these responsibilities. We are seeking to identify highly motivated and qualified individuals for current and potential future opportunities as a Group Leader. In anticipation of these openings becoming available, we welcome you to apply so we can begin the pre-screening and interview process. Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Lockport, NY on a full-time basis. The Role: As a Group Leader in Production, Quality, or Global Supply Chain (GSC), you will be responsible for leading teams of employees or technical personnel to drive operational excellence across manufacturing processes. This includes managing daily operations, developing and improving business processes, and fostering a culture of teamwork and collaboration. In this role, you may oversee production activities, quality assurance, inspection, problem-solving, and Company Built-in-Quality initiatives. You will be expected to apply independent judgment within the framework of Global Manufacturing Systems, with a strong focus on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE). Selected candidates will gain the chance to develop new skills while contributing to the advancement of manufacturing processes that support the groundbreaking shift toward electric and autonomous vehicles.

Requirements

Work in a loud manufacturing environment that may not be climate controlled (conditions can be hot or cold)
Possess good physical stamina and coordination to frequently and repetitively: Bend, twist, kneel, crouch and reach to perform work
Lift or carry materials weighing up to 15 lbs. and periodically carry or lift materials weighing up to 40 lbs.
Walk and stand for prolonged periods of time
Occasionally sit, climb (including ladders and lifts) and drive vehicles and equipment
Read standardized work instructions, operate machines and tools, and perform quality inspections
Promptly detect and respond to safety instructions, alarms, and signals
Wear personal protective equipment, for example: safety glasses, gloves, hats, ear plugs, and safety shoes
Experience managing, leading people, and addressing performance concerns
Experience solving complex problems and working in a fast-paced environment
Strong interpersonal skills, experience managing conflict, and decision making
Demonstrate a high analytical ability to solve complex problems
Basic computer proficiency (i.e. Microsoft Word, typing, email etc.)
Must be willing to work rotating shifts
Must be available and willing to regularly work weekends to meet business demands, including approximately two weekends per month
High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 2 years managerial experience

Nice To Haves

Military background is plus
Knowledge of Continuous Improvement Processes (CIP)
Proficient in Throughput Improvement Process (TIP)
Advanced understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes
Experience supervising employees in a union environment
Supply Chain or Quality Experience
Experience implementing Built-in-Quality Initiatives
Red X & DFSS Certification
Lean Manufacturing experience
Knowledge of timekeeping systems
Automotive Experience

Responsibilities

Analyze and respond promptly to the manufacturing daily plan, making necessary adjustments to operations as required
Manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities
Possess the experience to manage change and navigate ambiguity
Drive accountability through people and processes which may require difficult conversations
Oversee production activities, quality assurance, inspection, problem-solving, and Company Built-in-Quality initiatives
Apply independent judgment within the framework of Global Manufacturing Systems, with a strong focus on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE)
Develop new skills while contributing to the advancement of manufacturing processes that support the groundbreaking shift toward electric and autonomous vehicles
Train, develop and evaluate hourly team members
Develop highly effective teams
Lead Global Manufacturing Systems(GMS) processes and serve as resource supporting launch and pilot activities in assigned areas
Meet or exceed production cost schedule and maintain quality requirements
Maintain awareness of quality standards, and communicate department quality goals, and leverage resources to solve quality issues
Build and maintain good working relationships with employees, union and management
Administer the National and Local Agreements between Company and the United Auto Workers Union
Implement and follow systems that prevent reoccurrence of known issues
Promote safe work practices and achieve objectives for ergonomics, health and safety and housekeeping
Motivate, train and develop employees to effectively perform their jobs utilizing standardized methods
Ensure team members receive adequate JIT (job instruction training)
Achieve production schedules and product requirements by applying lean manufacturing/synchronous principles with emphasis on variation reduction, control costs, and achieve productivity improvements
Coach, teach, counsel and mentor Group Leaders in these responsibilities