Group Leader 1
Johnson Electric
Group Leader 1
Johnson Electric
Motors, actuators and motion systems manufacturer
Location: Vandalia, OH (onsite)
Vacancy Type: Existing position
Schedule: 1st Shift
As our next 1st Shift Group Leader, you’ll be at the forefront of supporting production operations, training team members, and ensuring quality, safety, and productivity goals are achieved. Your expertise in manufacturing operations and team leadership will be critical to maintaining efficient production flow and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Train employees and support operations across multiple production areas
• Lead by example and ensure adherence to safety, quality, and production standards
• Complete production reporting documentation including labor tracking, quality reports, and corrective actions
• Review and utilize Bills of Materials (BOMs) to identify required components and materials
• Participate in Gemba Kaizen and continuous improvement activities
• Perform equipment set-ups and support production operations as needed
• Set up and run new and existing product configurations with minimal supervision
• Ensure products meet quality requirements before advancing to the next operation
• Support production teams by troubleshooting issues and maintaining workflow efficiency
• Maintain knowledge of machines, processes, and quality criteria within the department
• High school diploma or equivalent experience
• Previous manufacturing experience, preferably in a leadership or lead-hand capacity
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and work instructions
• Good mathematical skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Mechanical aptitude and excellent manual dexterity
• Ability to train and support team members effectively
• Experience with production reporting systems and quality documentation
• Prior experience leading small teams in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies such as Kaizen
• Experience working with Bills of Materials (BOMs) and product configurations
Apply online at www.johnsonelectric.com — We can’t wait to meet you!
Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team
Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.
Motors, actuators and motion systems manufacturer
Johnson Electric designs and manufactures motors, actuators, and motion subsystems for automotive and industrial customers, with plants and engineering centers in over 20 countries. Products span DC/EC motors, switches, solenoids, gearmotors, powder metal parts, and eDrives used in vehicles, appliances, and medical devices. What sets Johnson Electric apart is its family of specialized brands, including Saia-Burgess, Nanomotion, and Stackpole. The goal is to improve the quality of life of everyone it touches through innovative motion systems.
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