PC Group Leader

Essential Job Functions:

•   Function as a first-line supervisor over team leaders and team members. 
•   Responsible for leading and maintaining the manufacturing and production system of assigned area, accomplishing     department hoshin goals, and keeping on task with targets and implementation schedule    
• Utilize knowledge and skills to maintain the highest level of quality and efficiency possible.
• Lead continuous improvement activity for assigned area.
•   Maintain a safe working environment for all team members.    Train and coach team members to maintain productivity and quality standards, in TS19649, ISO 14001, environmental, safety, quality, job performance, setups, trouble shooting, and continuous improvement. Collect, record, and analyze information while maintaining documentation regarding the activities in the assigned area as defined by company policy, procedure, or practice. Communicate frequently with internal contacts on various issues.

Functional (Production Control)

•   Maintain involvement with new inbound/outbound inventory programs when used to receive/ship orders to monitor progress and trouble shoot issues.
•  Coordinate finished goods and delivery.
•    Coordinate receiving activities.
•   Conduct standardized work, 5S, and safety audits of assigned areas and countermeasure issues found.

Education:

Associate’s degree in Business, Manufacturing, or related field required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.  Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Experience:

•         Minimum three (3) years of relevant manufacturing experience required.

•         Minimum two (2) years of leadership or supervisory experience required.

•         Automotive industry experience preferred with parts production, quality, or production control experience a plus.

•         Working knowledge and experience with TPS and Production Efficiency (PEFF) system preferred.

Personal/Technical Skills:

•         Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job functions of a leadership role.

•         Working knowledge of kanban system, truck/delivery schedules, hazardous waste disposal, and inventory level    management.

•         Ability to obtain and maintain certification in Forklift/Material Handling operation and Hazardous Waste handling.

•         Must be able to work a fixed or rotating shift schedule, including daily or weekend overtime.

•         Thorough understanding of company product, trade terminology, quality management and control systems and techniques, manufacturing processes including material controls, work flow, scheduling, kanban, machine operation, and company policies as standards.

Language Skills:

•         Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

Computer/Software:

•         Previous experience working with integrated computer programs and/or applications.  ERP System experience (e.g., Oracle) preferred.

           Solid working knowledge and demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office and other computer-based applications (e.g., MS         Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, Lotus Notes/Outlook, Internet, etc.).

Training Requirements:

Must be willing to successfully complete and use training for items below as required by area of assignment:

•         Forklift, tugger, and truck usage, and pass certification.

•         Overhead crane operation.

•         Cross training for leading other plant support departments.

•         RCRA and DOT hazardous waste requirements, and pass certification.

•         Computer-based software, applications, and systems (e.g., Oracle, Kronos, Future 3, etc.).

              Work Environment/Conditions:

Office:  Open Office Environment, moderate noise level.

Plant:  Various types of manufacturing environments.

             Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is required to talk, hear, and see (with visual acuity).  Performance requires mental alertness and sustained attention to needs of the department in terms of workflow, efficiency of operation, machine adjustment, and team member output.  Performance requires physical ability to inspect, adjust, and operate equipment.  The team member must be capable of walking, sitting, and standing for extended periods of time throughout plant.  Occasionally climbing, stooping, or bending on, under, or near tooling and equipment.  May be occasionally required to reach, grasp, and manipulate parts, materials, or equipment.  May be occasionally required to lift up to 30-50 pounds (with or without assistance).

Disclaimer: This job description is intended to identify the general nature and level of work performed by team members within this classification, as well as certain essential job functions. It is not intended, and should not be interpreted, as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of team members assigned to this job. To qualify for this job, however, a team member must be able to perform its essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Under no circumstances may this job description be construed as altering the at-will nature of the employment relationship between TBA and any team member.

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