Production Team Leader

Oetiker•Marlette, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Oetiker provides customers with the peace of mind that their mission-critical components are reliably connected. We are a global leader in high-end connecting solutions for the vehicle industry and for high-value applications in industrial segments. Our expertise in high-quality clamps, rings, straps and quick-connectors ranges from powertrain and drivetrain applications to medical applications. We offer engineering, prototyping and testing support to quickly create comprehensive solutions for overcoming clamping and connecting challenges. With 1800+ employees in more than 30 countries and over 75 years of experience, we are the trusted, global, long-term partner for the world’s leading OEMs.

Requirements

Mechanically inclined
Knowledge of production equipment
Word-processing and spreadsheet application software
Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Window
Communication Skills
Interpersonal and business writing skill
Labor Management
Knowledge of Employment Standards
Knowledge of company personnel policies and procedures (Administration Manual)
Knowledge of Current US Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations.
Understanding of the Health and Safety Policy Manual
Understanding of Machine Guarding standards
Understanding of Lock-out Tag-out procedure
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Business & Technical Writing Skills
ISO/TS 16949 and related Policies, Procedures and Process Manuals (including APQP)
Knowledge of Statistical Process Control Techniques
Knowledge of metrology
ISO 14000 and related Policies, Procedures and Process Manuals
Level 2 Product Training
High school diploma or GED equivalent
2-4 years supervisory experience in automotive manufacturing or high volume manufacturing environment
Knowledge of IATF 16949

Nice To Haves

College diploma, preferably in a relevant field

Responsibilities

Utilize OPS and L2L Team board to monitor daily production, quality output, and follow up on excessive downtime, initiating corrective actions.
Schedule daily production, allocate resources, ensure vacation coverage, and control overtime.
Conduct department employee meetings at the start of the shift and participate in Gemba walks.
Provide timely feedback to enhance performance and foster a positive work environment.
Provide feedback and recommendations regarding training or coaching of personnel.
Complete Team Leader, 5S, and verification audits.
Collect and reconcile work orders.
Monitor preventative maintenance activities to ensure completion.
Follow and enforce compliance with all Health & Safety, Environmental, Legal, Quality, and Oetiker policies and procedures.
Lead and implement OPS improvements.