Manufacturing Group Lead - San Antonio, Texas

JCB•San Antonio, TX

16h

About The Position

This position is responsible for leading and coordinating Team Members’ activities to achieve business goals through focusing on continuous improvement and promoting a team-based culture. The position is responsible for overseeing the performance of all Fabrication Department functions.

Requirements

Must pass any drug screens, background checks and any pre-employments tests as applicable.
Associate’s degree
Eight years of fabrication experience
Three years of experience in a supervisory/team leader role
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and SAP
Understanding of the complexities of interacting with support functions in an organization
Effective time management and planning skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Impressive listening skills
Ability to motivate staff and deliver results
Ability to influence and manage change within the business
Promote creative problem solving and continuous improvement
Ability to operate pneumatic or various hand tools as well as a forklift or other equipment as needed
Must wear Personal Protective Equipment as required
Must be able to work flexible schedule, including but not limited to 12-hour shifts/7 days a week
Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10lbs, frequently and/or move up to 35lbs, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50lbs
Must be able to perform continuous, repetitious physical activities. These activities may involve fine movements or large motions
Must be able to grasp/pinch small items, reach out and up, and turn wrist
Must be capable of keeping pace with current production speed
Must be able to push/pull with reasonable force
Must be able to perform the following requirements of bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, and standing for extended periods of time
Must be able to work in multiple climates including hot/cold temperatures, and dusty environment

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field
Seven years of fabrication experience in a manufacturing environment
Five years of experience in a supervisory/team leader role

Responsibilities

Manage the daily allocation of work, managing staff and budgets
Set and manage training programs to train new team members
Promote flexibility in the team
Ensure performance standards are met
Manage team and individual performance and attendance
Compile daily, weekly and monthly reports
Develop and maintain visual management boards
Encourage involvement from all team members through daily meetings
Demonstrate active listening to ensure all team members and colleagues’ issues are understood
Take responsibility for the physical appearance and safety of the workplace, as well as achieving Health and Safety objectives
Ensure all direct activities have a relevant Standard Operating Procedure
Actively pursue the elimination of waste through the application of continuous improvement tools and techniques
Liaise with suppliers on performance and cost issues