Team Leader - Production

Linamar Corporation • Muscle Shoals, AL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This role involves cooperation with all team members and support functions (Engineering, Quality, Logistics, Support, Occupational Safety and Health, Human Resources). The Team Leader will directly guide a group of operators performing activities in the same time interval (shift) and performs day-to-day tasks assigned by the Department Manager / Supervisor.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• More than 1 year experience in manufacturing, preferably automotive industry
• Understanding of technical processes and production, good knowledge of instructions for specific work, knowledge of quality instruments
• Ability to work as part of a team (ability to cooperate with team, ability to contribute on team results)
• Ability to understand written instructions
• Ability to cope with rapid and sudden changes in information - ability to respond to them adequately
• Ability to perform mechanical, routine work
• Ability to work with various work tools (ability to use control and measuring devices)
• Work initiative, non-conflict
• Available for shift work
• Able to work overtime as required
• Physical dexterity - moderate physical demand
• Lift up to 40 pounds
• Stand and/or walk up to 12 hours

Nice To Haves

• Vocational Degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Responds in case of a problem, ensures all necessary measures are taken, and informs supporters.
• Monitors the operation during the shift and reports correct data at the end of the shift.
• Audits once a week for standardized work.
• Monitors and records waste and follows the production process and procedures.
• Ensures constant presence in the production department (daily contact with all team members, ensures regular production line management).
• Organizes employees from the lines in accordance with the production planning.
• Provides proper training for new line operators, including creation of training plans to increase team autonomy, provides training and supports team members.
• Completes other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees