DescriptionAs a Production Supervisor/Group Leader, you are responsible for the effective use of personnel, material, and equipment. Participates in the training, developing and evaluating of hourly team members. Participates in the development of highly effective teams. Leads Global Manufacturing Systems(GMS) processes and serves as resource supporting launch and pilot activities in assigned areas. Meets or exceeds production cost schedule and maintains quality requirements. Maintains awareness of quality standards, and communicates department quality goals, and leverages resources to solve quality issues. Builds and maintains good working relationships with employees, union and management. Understands and consistently administer the National and Local Agreements between Company and the United Auto Workers Union. Implements and follows systems that prevent reoccurrence of known issues. Promote safe work practices and achieve objectives for ergonomics, health and safety and housekeeping. Motivates, trains and develops employees to effectively perform their jobs utilizing standardized methods. Ensure team members receive adequate JIT (job instruction training). Achieve production schedules and product requirements by applying lean manufacturing/synchronous principles with emphasis on variation reduction, control costs, and achieve productivity improvements. Coach, teach, counsel and mentor team members in these responsibilities.Work involves a considerable amount of initiative in decision making and is accompanied by a high level of independent judgment.As a Production or Supply Chain Supervisor or Group Leader, you will have supervisory responsibilities for a medium/large group of employees in supply chain or production operations. The candidate will be responsible for the implementation and execution of business processes in supply chain or assembly to support vehicle operations, as well as foster an atmosphere of teamwork through effective communication, training, coaching, and development. This position provides a unique opportunity to work cross-functionally to support Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost and Environment (SPQRC).Key Deliverables / Job Elements:
Supervise medium/large team in supply chain or assembly operations in vehicle manufacturing plant.
Responsible for the effective use of personnel, material, and equipment.
Responsible for ensuring proper training, development and evaluation of hourly team members to promote highly effective teams.
Lead Global Manufacturing Systems (GMS) processes and serve as a resource supporting launch and pilot activities in assigned areas.
Maintain a good working relationship and communicate with employees, union representatives, and management team.
Understand and consistently administer collective bargaining agreements and company policies.
Model cultural behaviors and demonstrate the highest level of integrity at all times.
Achieve Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, and Cost key performance indicators supporting production.
Cultivate a safety culture, and implement and enforce workplace safety rules and policies, including ergonomics, health and safety, and good housekeeping.
Complete administrative tasks such as timekeeping and maintains departmental records and reports.
Meet production cost schedules by supporting Production’s ability to ‘Build in Station.”
Maintain delivery methods for all operational material systems.
Utilize appropriate inventory controls and follow up.
Coordinate operational changes with Production.
Manage scrap appropriately and timely.
Identify opportunities for improvement using tools such as layered audits.
Resolve issues working cross-functionally to closure.
Performs all other duties as assigned.SkillsUaw, Production supervision, automotive manufacturing, problem solving, lean manufacturing, Continuous improvement, assembly, safety proceduresTop Skills DetailsUaw,Production supervision,automotive manufacturingAdditional Skills & QualificationsQualifications
Basic Required
Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
Strong written and oral communication skills, and problem solving skills
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects, effective project planning in terms of resources, strategies, cost, and time, with ability to meet project timelines
High level of analytical ability where problems are complex
Knowledge of work measurement and work standards
Knowledge of basic manufacturing processes
Demonstrated technical and professional skills in job-related area required
Appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to work effectively with business partners to meet mutual goals required
Establishes a course of action to accomplish completion of the job and/or project
Coordinates input from internal/external customers to better understand customer needs and/or perceptions
Knowledge of Continuous Improvement Process (CIP)Education
Bachelor’s degree in technical field or proven trained (3-5 yrs.) experience.Experience LevelExpert LevelPay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00 Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Detroit,MI.Application DeadlineThis position will be accepting applications until Dec 12, 2024.About Aerotek:We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
