Production Supervisor I-Gen
About The Position
ZF Foxconn (ZFFCN) is a global leader in assembly and logistics services for the automotive industry, with 30 years of experience and 25 locations worldwide. Our team of 3,500 people supports premium and volume car manufacturers globally. In 2023, our revenue exceeded €4 billion, making us the top full-service supplier for chassis systems. We specialize in project management, greenfield industrialization, operations, supply chain management, and supplier development within a Just in Time/Just in Sequence environment. Our partnership with Foxconn, a global leader in technology solutions, and the increasing trend of outsourcing in the automotive and mobility sectors, positions us for significant growth. We are seeking talented individuals to join our team and shape the future of chassis systems.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- 1-2+ years of work-related experience
- Working knowledge of plant and business unit procedures/processes
- Ability to perform in a fast-paced work environment
- Proven ability to work independently and lead professional staff (e.g. schedule daily tasks, prioritize, execute)
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to lead activities through the use of 8D/5Why principles
- Proven time/project management skills while demonstrating the ability to produce results under constraints (e.g. time, budget, headcount, etc.)
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software (i.e. Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Proven ability in methods of communication, motivation, negotiation, and conflict resolution.
- Exemplary written and verbal communication skills in the English language.
Nice To Haves
- Technical degree preferred
- 1-2+ years of work experience leading production teams.
- Must be able to work in a team environment and serve as a leader demonstrating vision, mission, core values, and key behaviors.
- Training in 5S, LEAN, and other company required programs may be required.
Responsibilities
- Oversee and manage daily operations of the plant’s assembly process.
- Serve as a first-line production supervisor for 20-40 production employees.
- Create, manage, and report on employee schedules, absenteeism, and performance using internal systems and KPIs.
- Mentor and develop line group leaders.
- Lead level 1 and participate in level 2 teams to establish and maintain all principles of the ZF Production System.
- Verify quality of work and document adherence to standardized work through daily audits and document updates.
- Collect and enter real-time and historical data to drive performance metrics.
- Lead daily start-up meetings to present safety, quality, and performance topics to production employees.
- Assist operations team with establishing safety, quality, and productivity goals by participating in planning and driving initiatives on the shop floor.
- Ensure routine maintenance of equipment is performed in accordance with principles of the ZF Production System.
- Ensure that daily housekeeping duties are performed to advance the 5S principle as a foundation of the ZF Tuscaloosa manufacturing philosophy.
- Oversee proper performance of station start-up and shut-down procedures.
- Perform first-level troubleshooting activities of assembly line process deviations & issues.
- Ensure the quality of all materials and products is maintained.
- Perform other duties as it relates to this position.
Benefits
- Annual Incentive Plan
- Paid Time Off
- 401k Plan
- Health Care Benefits
- Paid Holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
