3rd Shift Team Lead Magstop

The purpose of the SHIFT Team Leader role is to provide guidance and support on an ongoing basis to production associates in the MagStop Value Stream. The success of the person in this role is vital to the continuous improvement efforts in the area(s), as well as the success of Warner Electric to meet and exceed customer expectations. This is a 'working leader' where 40% of their time is spent operating within a team-based manufacturing cell.

Responsibilities

Provide guidance and support on an ongoing basis to production associates in the MagStop Value Stream; Work as a 'working leader' with 40% of time spent operating within a team-based manufacturing cell; Ensure work area maintains appropriate 5S and Daily Management boards are updated regularly; Coordinate with Supervisors to ensure a safe working environment and retrain associates when necessary; Lead quality concerns and defects during the shift and conduct training sessions to resolve quality issues; Champion standard work methodology and identify and problem-solve when it is not followed; Train and govern new associates on standard work, changeover and setup, machine operation, start-up checks, first piece process, audits, and company policies; Coach associates on safe work practices, time management, plant work rules, and quality processes; Participate in cross-training on multiple Teams and part numbers; Coordinate with Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance to identify improvements and solve issues; Communicate concerns and ideas to Supervision in a timely manner; Pass relevant information to previous and following Team Leaders; Subject to standard overtime scheduling and rotation; May work an alternate shift for training; Perform other duties as required

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required; Previous experience required; Must be considered a current 'expert' in the area; Must be considered a 'Champion of Lean'; Must maintain status as a 'certified' trainer in the area; Ability to read and interpret technical and procedure documents; Ability to write routine reports and business correspondence; Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions; Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; Ability to stand 100% of the day; Restrictions of federal export control laws may limit eligibility to 'U.S. Persons' or candidates who can qualify for a license

Nice to have

Post-secondary education preferred; Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Creative; Detail-oriented; Ability to prioritize

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage; Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA); Paid Time Off and Holidays; 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions; Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance; Paid Leaves; Tuition Assistance