Production Area Lead-1

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What we offer:

Group Summary:

• 2-year College (or University) Associates or Technical degree in Production/Operations Management or related field; vocational/trade school program certification in Manufacturing, Production or related field; and/or equivalent work-related experience.
• Minimum 5 years manufacturing/operations experience with minimum 2 years of experience in a leadership role.
• Experience in operational improvements using Lean methods and techniques.
• Must have thorough knowledge of general office procedures including PC and LAN use. Must be proficient in relevant computer software and program use.
• Experienced in Lean Implementation (standardized work), 5S, value stream mapping, A3 Method, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate, mentor, and drive team to reach targets.
• Experience with recognized problem-solving techniques, i.e., black belt, Kepner-Tregoe, etc.
• Familiarity with welded sheet metal assemblies.
• Excellent math skills with the ability to apply to costs and analyze data.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and strong organizational and planning skills.
• Strong listening skills as well as written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated maturity of judgement and leadership skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours in a fast-paced environment in order to meet customer requirements.
• Must be able to interact effectively with other team members.
• Must be able to appreciate and maintain proper level of confidentiality, using discretion and tact.

DUTIES:

• Establishes and maintains effective communications/interaction with all other departments, including but not limited to engineering, quality assurance, material control, maintenance, and human resources support groups in order to achieve established targets.
• Implements and supports MAFACT Standards
• Plans and directs the utilization and use of all equipment and manpower to achieve the most effective results.
• Understands, compiles and organizes operational data using that data to implement improvements by working with teams and using lean tools and problem-solving methods.
• Monitors and adjusts inventory balances as required, investigates inventory problems, and implements solutions to source.
• Coordinates preventative maintenance with Maintenance and Production Planning.
• Monitors and completes required Layered Process Audits (LPAs).
• Coordinates the movement of quarantine material/parts/scrap upon disposition by Quality Assurance.
• Completes assigned Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and Preventive Maintenance (PM) on assembly equipment ensuring fewer breakdowns, less down time and expensive repairs.
• Ensures all assembly equipment running 100% of allowed time
• Assists with changeovers on assembly cells and related equipment.
• Removes obstacles to ensure both production requirements and quality demands are met.
• Follows the escalation process.
• Ensures completion and effectiveness of corrective actions using various problem-solving techniques, e.g., 8D, daily feedback, 5-Why, Kepner-Tregoe, etc.
• Ensures that all necessary record keeping including employee records, requisitions and documentation is initiated and completed in a timely manner.
• Understands Cosma Body Assembly Michigan’s (CBAM’s) Employee Handbook in order to advise and guide associates.
• Ensures materials are labelled correctly and stored in their designated or appropriate areas.
• Is responsible and accountable for meeting Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Continuous Improvement (CI) objectives.
• Monitors work centers and stock centers to ensure a continuous supply of material, proper stock segregation and rotation.
• Participates in the development of department action plans and leads team to achieve strategic goals and continuous improvement objectives in alignment with CBAM’s business plan.
• Supports the budget planning process and takes responsibility to meet the financial targets.
• Promotes/recommends continuous improvement suggestions including environment, people, processes and equipment/machinery.
• Assists in the development of procedures and methods which improve safety, quality, timing, cost and motivation.
• Makes decisions in the scope of their responsibilities that are in the best interest of the department, CBAM and Cosma/Magna.
• Ensures confidentiality in all matters pertaining to both business and employee relations.
• Participates in department meetings to communicate safety, quality, timing, cost and motivation information and to promote involvement in issues affecting employees and/or their work areas.
• Participates in manpower requirements planning, overtime scheduling, and assists with capacity planning to meet future objectives.
• Directs and distributes the work for their area of responsibility.
• Completes Payroll activities for employees.
• Ensures fairness to direct reports, and encourages and participates in the Open-Door Resolution Process for employee relation issues
• Observes, understands, teaches, coaches and mentors direct reports for enhancement of knowledge, skills and succession planning.
• Effectively builds and fosters high performing teams by ensuring teamwork within their area.
• Conducts investigations into all non-conformance to Company polices/procedures/rules/regulations and applies the appropriate corrective action.
• Conducts performance reviews informally or formally as required and ensures performance reviews are completed for all employees.
• Ensures employees are trained or certified, as required and participates in training programs as required.
• Ensures suppliers are performing work safely while in their work areas/zones when applicable.
• Works with HR to return employees (STD/Workers Compensation) to work under the Return-to-Work (R-T-W) program and ensures the leaders within their area of responsibility monitor employees to ensure they work within their R-T-W plan.
• Complies with, supports and models CBAM’s operational procedures/policies, Employee Handbook, and Magna’s Employee’s Charter, Corporate Constitution, and Operational Principles.
• Complies with relevant Quality and Environmental programs (e.g. ISO 9001/IATF 16949, ISO 45001, ISO14001).
• Complies with all Health and Safety programs in accordance with OSHA.
• Follows and ensures Production Associates follow all Company procedures and regulations regarding safety.
• Utilizes excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Conducts themselves in a professional manner.
• Develops and maintains peer relationships.
• Keeps work area clean and organized.
• Works hours and shifts as needed
• Other duties as required.

EQUIPMENT and/or PRODUCT FAMILIARITY:

Computer, measuring instruments, communication devices.

SITE BENEFITS:

• Health Insurance / Dental Insurance / Vision Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance
• Basic AD&D Insurance
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401K
• Profit Sharing
• Employee Referral Program
• Various Employee Events

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