Group Leader - 2nd Shift

Multimatic•Fort Wayne, IN

35d

About The Position

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Maintain a clean and safe work environment at all times. Strict adherence to 6s protocols Ensure all required PPE is properly utilized Safety Glasses Hearing Protection Safety Shoes Protective gloves (sleeves if required) Face Shield as required Ensure Safety Incident Reports are completed when there is an injury Coordinate safety improvement projects and actively participate in continuous improvement activities. Ability to safely and efficiently perform all production work in your respective area of responsibility. Conduct daily pre-shift meetings; provide meaningful & relevant information: e.g., Safety Alerts Quality Alerts OEE Performance Machine/Equipment status Manning Assignments Embrace the leadership philosophy of "Servitude Leadership". Lead through Coaching & Mentoring. Make people feel they're valued. Adherence to Day 1-5; weeks 2-4 training program Train associates using Standard Work Instructions (SWI). Fully utilize associates from "whistle to whistle". Manage equipment/machine breakdowns by being acutely aware of issue(s) & directing personnel & support staff. Follow up, follow up, follow up. Assure Production Boards in their assigned area are reviewed and initialed on an hourly basis. Identify and label any suspect or defective parts or components and assure timely disposition of product. Communicate all quality and/or process changes to associates and provide training as required. Provide clear & detailed communication to your supervisor, support staff & shift to shift pass downs. Assist supervisor with associate performance reviews regarding safety, quality, efficiency, cooperation and accountability. Awareness & understanding of inventory systems Maintain accurate inventory by regular interaction with the Materials department. Create and/or assist with work instructions for new and existing processes and maintain their accuracy. Understand and perform the supervisor's responsibilities in their absence. Performs other duties as directed by the supervisor or designee. QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily; including but, not limited to the following: Consistently exhibit a positive and enthusiastic approach towards associates, co-workers & support staff. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or general education degree (GED). One year or more automotive manufacturing experience. Prior leadership and/or technical experience would benefit this individual. Must be able to perform and understand all job functions of a production operator. To learn more about Multimatic, check out our youtube channel - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psOjJIh3t90 If you are interested in this position, apply by sending us your cover letter and resume. We thank all interested candidates in advance; however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. As part of our commitment to ensuring our employment practices are fair, accessible, and inclusive of persons with disabilities, recruitment-related accommodations for disabilities, are available upon request throughout the recruitment and assessment process for applicants with disabilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
One year or more automotive manufacturing experience.
Must be able to perform and understand all job functions of a production operator.

Nice To Haves

Prior leadership and/or technical experience would benefit this individual.

Responsibilities

Maintain a clean and safe work environment at all times.
Strict adherence to 6s protocols
Ensure all required PPE is properly utilized
Ensure Safety Incident Reports are completed when there is an injury
Coordinate safety improvement projects and actively participate in continuous improvement activities.
Ability to safely and efficiently perform all production work in your respective area of responsibility.
Conduct daily pre-shift meetings; provide meaningful & relevant information
Embrace the leadership philosophy of "Servitude Leadership".
Lead through Coaching & Mentoring.
Make people feel they're valued.
Adherence to Day 1-5; weeks 2-4 training program
Train associates using Standard Work Instructions (SWI).
Fully utilize associates from "whistle to whistle".
Manage equipment/machine breakdowns by being acutely aware of issue(s) & directing personnel & support staff.
Follow up, follow up, follow up.
Assure Production Boards in their assigned area are reviewed and initialed on an hourly basis.
Identify and label any suspect or defective parts or components and assure timely disposition of product.
Communicate all quality and/or process changes to associates and provide training as required.
Provide clear & detailed communication to your supervisor, support staff & shift to shift pass downs.
Assist supervisor with associate performance reviews regarding safety, quality, efficiency, cooperation and accountability.
Awareness & understanding of inventory systems Maintain accurate inventory by regular interaction with the Materials department.
Create and/or assist with work instructions for new and existing processes and maintain their accuracy.
Understand and perform the supervisor's responsibilities in their absence.
Performs other duties as directed by the supervisor or designee.
Consistently exhibit a positive and enthusiastic approach towards associates, co-workers & support staff.