Production Team LeaderThis position will act as the first line of leadership within the department for all hourly team members (TM) within the department.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
  • SAFETY:Adhere to and uphold all safety policies established.
  • Ensure Team Members have proper PPE and adhere to the Uniform Policy. No phones, watches bracelets, rings, necklace, hoop earrings, hair beyond shoulders.
  • Report injuries or pains to Group Leader or Supervisor and implement and audit corrective actions/countermeasures as appropriate.
  • Enforce Stop-Call Wait for any Equipment/machine/parts related safety concern.
  • Set up daily Team Member rotation/tag relief schedule to avoid repetitive motion injuries.
  • QUALITY:Monitor change-over activities, work cell/components setup, focus on Team Member safety.
  • Ensure that TM's are properly trained for the jobs they are performing.
  • Ensure TM's follow Standard Work Instructions "SWI" and use poke yoke testing.
  • Monitor Team Members' 5S and TPM completions.
  • Maintain/replace signage, Standard Work Instructions (SWI) available, floor tape, other visual controls/communication tools as they become worn or torn or need updating.
  • Check at least one part in every cart/tote, check at least 5 parts in every rack before the Dandori removes finished goods from the work cell.
  • Fulfill Team Lead role in First Part Approval procedure.
  • Train TM's to any Quality Alerts for processes that are running.
  • Use the Escalation Process for abnormalities found during the production run.
  • PRODUCTIVITY:Maintain constant communication with support teams during production run.
  • Confirm MATTEC job is correct and scrap/down time is being input as necessary.
  • Know the mold change schedule/targets (time or pieces), confirm finished goods packaging/wand pull time.
  • Ensure Kanban cards are available and are being utilized correctly.
  • Stock and monitor Shadow boards/consumable hand tools to ensure availability.
  • Post and train Team Members to Quality Alerts issued.
  • Respond to Andon call quickly, turn off Andon if problem resolved.
  • Assign Team Members work to achieve the workloads via Kanban signal or Group Lead/Supervisor assigned.
  • Coordinate Team Member activities with peers as necessary.
  • Utilize Andon board to maintain needed inventory.
  • Promote kaizen corporate culture
  • Complete required reports, accurately and in a timely fashion as requested by Group Leader or Supervisor. Provide explanation if targets are not met.
  • Develop and engage team members to meet KPI expectations.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Education: High school diploma or GED
Experience: Minimum of 1 year manufacturing experience, preferably in automotive industry. Minimum of 2 years as Team Leader in manufacturing industry. Computer Skills:
  • Beginner to intermediate level in MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and in the use of e-mail, web browser applications.
  • Mathematical Abilities:
  • Basic math skills.
  • Analytical or Reasoning Abilities:
  • Minimal analytical, planning skills and critical thinking ability required with orientation for continuous improvement.
  • Communication Skills (Writing, Foreign Language, Reasoning):Ability to read, write and speak English.
  • Bilingual English-Spanish preferred.
  • Other Skills (Technical, or Other special knowledge and abilities):Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to effectively manage a variety of projects and tasks.
  • Takes initiative, approaches others in a positive and constructive manner, and works well independently to achieve results.
  • Must be able to work with a wide variety of personalities to create a positive work environment, and professionally resolve conflicts.
Physical Requirements:
  • 100% of the time will be spent on the production plant floors walking, standing and engaged in the activities associated with the role.
  • Be comfortable with lifting, squatting, and repetitive motion.
  • Must be able to team lift a minimum of 50 pounds, 25 pounds alone.
  • Be able to work in an environment that is climate controlled but is exposed to potential heat, rain, and cold.
  • We offer competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for advancement.
  • Paid Basic life insurance
  • Paid Short-term disability
  • Paid time off
  • Paid 2 shutdown work weeks (summer and winter)401(k)401(k) matching (discretionary)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health savings account
  • Referral program

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Level

Mid

Location

San Antonio, TX

Occupation

First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers

Industry

Automobile and Light Duty Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Posted

2 days ago

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