Team Leader, Production- 2nd Shift

Denso•Statesville, NC

About The Position

The Team Leader, Production coaches associates to meet quality, cost, delivery, morale, and safety (QCDMS) targets while complying with the quality policy and supporting associate success. The role coordinates production in an assigned area, directly supervises line keepers and associates, and works to improve productivity, quality, and operational efficiency. The position may require shift work, overtime, and some travel.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent, meeting North Carolina state or federal educational requirements.
1–3 years of manufacturing experience.
Proficient math and analytical skills.
Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Effective verbal, listening, and communication skills.
Effective leadership and coaching skills.
Strategic thinking and decision-making skills.
Ethical conduct.
Investigative, troubleshooting, and analytical skills to evaluate problems and processes and take appropriate action.
Ability to stand and move constantly for 8–12 hours per day.
Ability to constantly lift and carry up to 35 pounds.
Ability to bend, stoop, squat, and kneel.
Ability to apply up to 66 pounds of push/pull force unassisted.
Ability to reach overhead.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience is preferred.
A two- or four-year degree in a related field, or equivalent related work experience, is preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate production in the assigned area to meet required schedules and production goals.
Control 5M changes by investigating problems and processes, notifying affected departments, and implementing appropriate actions.
Troubleshoot and fix machine problems; monitor production start-up for abnormal conditions and take appropriate action.
Hold daily start-up meetings to communicate expectations and strategy to associates.
Verify product quality and associates’ work.
Train and develop associates, and establish and maintain operator instructions.
Maintain daily and monthly charts, graphs, and reports, as well as subordinate documentation such as time sheets, attendance, and corrective actions.
Communicate effectively with associates at all levels and with internal departments and outside resources.
Schedule and perform preventative maintenance on machines as needed.
Use the Associate Success Center to implement kaizens using the PDCA method.
Complete the daily log book with details and strategy for the next shift.
Review, correct, and approve associate timecards within assigned areas.
Recommend improvements to productivity, quality, and operational efficiency through continual improvement.
Promote associate ownership, morale, pride, and ethics, including through Employee Involvement.
Apply company policies and procedures fairly and consistently.
Promote and participate in company activities, including IATF16949, ISO9001, ISO14001, and Employee Involvement.
Maintain 5S standards and good housekeeping.
Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
Support the area of responsibility through shift work and overtime as needed; travel may be required.