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Oetiker

Manufactures clamps and quick-connectors for vehicles

Production Team Leader

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
$61k
Mid
Marlette, MI, USA
In Person
Manufacturing & Production Operations

About the job

Requirements
  • Mechanical aptitude and knowledge of production equipment.
  • Working knowledge of word-processing and spreadsheet software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and Windows.
  • Interpersonal communication and business writing skills.
  • Knowledge of employment standards and company personnel policies and procedures, including the Administration Manual.
  • Knowledge of current U.S. Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations, the Health and Safety Policy Manual, machine guarding standards, and lockout/tagout procedures.
  • Knowledge of quality and environmental systems, ISO/TS 16949 policies and procedures, related process manuals including Advanced Product Quality Planning, statistical process control techniques, metrology, ISO 14000 policies and procedures, and related process manuals.
  • Level 2 product training.
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Two to four years of supervisory experience in automotive manufacturing or a high-volume manufacturing environment.
  • Knowledge of IATF 16949.
Responsibilities
  • Monitor daily production, quality output, and excessive downtime using OPS and the L2L team board; initiate appropriate courses of action.
  • Schedule daily production, allocate resources, ensure vacation coverage, and control overtime activity.
  • Conduct department employee meetings at the start of the shift and participate in Gemba walks.
  • Provide timely feedback to enhance employee performance and create a positive work environment.
  • Provide feedback and recommendations regarding personnel training or coaching.
  • Complete Team Leader, 5S, and verification audits.
  • Collect and reconcile work orders.
  • Monitor preventative maintenance activities to ensure completion.
  • Follow and enforce compliance with all Health and Safety, Environmental, Legal, and Quality requirements, as well as Oetiker policies and procedures.
  • Lead and implement OPS improvements.
Desired Qualifications
  • College diploma, preferably in a relevant field.

About the company

Oetiker supplies high-quality connecting solutions for the vehicle industry and other industrial segments, focusing on ensuring reliable connections for mission-critical parts. Its product lineup includes clamps, rings, straps, and quick-connectors used in powertrain, drivetrain, and medical applications. The company combines products with engineering, prototyping, and testing support to quickly develop comprehensive clamping and connection solutions. With 1,800+ employees across more than 25 countries and over 75 years of experience, Oetiker positions itself as a global, long-term partner for leading OEMs. Its differentiators include deep expertise in a broad range of high-end clamps and connectors, combined with hands-on engineering services to tailor solutions and overcome specific clamping challenges. The company’s goal is to help customers achieve reliable connections in critical systems, maintaining trust and continuity as a global supplier.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Horgen, Switzerland

Founded

1942

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • AD Plast broadens manufacturing into injection molding and deepens Nordic market access.
  • Aftermarket Kits create recurring replacement demand outside volatile original-equipment programs.
  • The 2026 news page shows active product merchandising and customer-facing commercialization efforts.

What critics are saying

  • Automotive demand concentration exposes Oetiker to OEM production swings and supplier cuts.
  • AD Plast integration can distract management and delay injection-molding synergies through 2026.
  • No 2025-2026 hiring or expansion disclosures signal a quiet, low-momentum operating environment.

What makes Oetiker unique

  • Oetiker, founded 1942, leads high-end connecting solutions from Horgen, Switzerland.
  • November 25, 2024 AD Plast acquisition adds injection molding capability beyond clamps.
  • Oetiker Aftermarket Kits target passenger, commercial, two-wheeler, cooling, and heating applications.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Training Programs