Team Leader, General Assembly (Various Shifts)

Rivian•Normal, IL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract. As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations. The primary purpose of the Team Leader is to plan, organize and coordinate the overall daily activities of the Team Members who build our vehicles in our manufacturing plant. They will also provide job role coverage in the case of team absence. Additional responsibilities of this role may vary by department.

Requirements

2+ years of High-Volume Manufacturing experience, with a strong background in general assembly, sub-assembly, or production line environments (Required).
1+ year of proven leadership, supervisory, or team lead experience on an assembly line (Required).
High School Diploma / GED / Equivalency (Required); Associate’s degree or higher in a related field (Preferred).
Strong understanding of assembly processes, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and quality control standards (e.g., defect identification, torque verification, visual inspections).
Experience operating and troubleshooting common assembly equipment, including hand tools, pneumatic tools, and precision measurement devices.
Advanced Proficiency with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.) for shift handoffs, line-side reporting, and team scheduling.
SAP Proficiency (Required) for managing bill of materials (BOMs), parts pulling, work orders, and production scrap data.
Ability to manage line pacing (takt time), balance assembly workstations, and coordinate parts flow to ensure daily production targets are met safely.
Strong verbal and written communication skills to coach, train, and guide Team Members on correct assembly techniques and safety protocols.
Ability to coordinate cross-training, manage daily workflow, and step in to perform assembly work across all stations to prevent bottlenecks

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or higher in a related field

Responsibilities

Manage day to day team member assignment plan based on available manning and skillsets.
Ensure team in following standardized work for the area through observations and coaching.
Maintain 5S and Safety standards through line walks.
Engage with team members to address concerns or issues to promote continuous improvement.
Ensure team has proper tools and material to perform their jobs.
Ensure standard business practices are followed (For Example: Non- Conforming Material).
Escalate line conditions to group leader or support staff.
Maintain quality standards through checks and audits.
Complete leader standard work.
Fill in as backfill team member for the area as needed.
Actively supports management in the planning and execution of the launch, ramp ups and production.
Lead continuous improvement activities as needed.