Production Lead

REV Group, Inc.•Snyder, NE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Smeal, a REV Group brand, is recognized as a premier manufacturer, inventor, and innovator of custom fire apparatus. The company offers a full line of custom and commercial pumpers, rescue pumpers, aerial ladders, and urban interface vehicles. Smeal is committed to leading the industry in high-quality fire apparatus, delivery times and customer experience. Smeal sells its products worldwide and is based in Snyder, NE. Smeal Apparatus is part of Terex Corporation, a global designer and manufacturer of specialized vehicles and equipment, including fire and emergency vehicles, waste and recycling equipment, RV's, and machinery supporting construction, utilities, and infrastructure. With operations across the U.S. and globally, we are committed to safety, innovation, and quality while building products our customers depend on every day. You will be responsible for leading your team with Safety, 5S, quality, delivery to takt time, and controlling cost in your department. This position requires you to train, direct, and hold accountability to the policies and processes of the organization through consistent, fair, and equal leadership practices.

Requirements

Must be full-time.
Must have at least 1 year experience in commercial vehicle assembly (Walk-ins, Truck Bodies/PDVs).
Must be flexible with work hours/assignments.
Must have a good knowledge of the manufacturing build process.
Must be proficient with computers.
Must have strong leadership skills including the ability to motivate co-workers.
Must have a positive attitude.
Must be highly organized.
Must have a strong desire to be proactive in dealing with product and people issues.
HS Diploma or GED Required.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of applicable portions of Aurora a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead your team with Safety, 5S, quality, delivery to takt time, and controlling cost in your department.
Train, direct, and hold accountability to the policies and processes of the organization through consistent, fair, and equal leadership practices.
Train your team to read installation and assembly prints, troubleshoot production issues, safety and 5S processes and regulations.
Understand and lead safety requirements - respond to/correct unsafe practices immediately, perform regular audits of your area to ensure compliance to our safety requirements and practices.
In the event of an injury, promptly investigate and document as required. Promptly address corrective measures to prevent further injuries.
Understand environmental requirements as applicable and maintain compliance.
Train and hold accountability to the 5S process and expectation of your area. Due regular audits to ensure the practices and processes are followed driving continuous improvement.
Understand & communicate Quality Assurance standards. Drive training and accountability with your team for following our policies and procedures for a quality product.
Ensure quality expectations are consistently achieved - issues are properly addressed and contained within the department.
Identify and coordinate all required and necessary training.
Be able to facilitate daily start-of-shift & other group meetings effectively and efficiently, holding accountability to the actions driven.
Consistently display behaviors that support the Company Values with a sense of urgency to exceed our customers’ expectations.
Promptly address technical and behavioral performance issues.
Drive change and continuous improvement throughout the work area.