Productions Team Lead - 2nd Shift

Röchling Automotive; Thurso; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits at DAY ONE

401k matching

Paid holidays

Wellness program

Onsite gym

Employee pricing and discount

Continuous Improvement Program

Employee referral program

Family oriented work environment

Apprenticeship/internship programs

Cookouts and dinners

Job summary

Röchling Automotive is seeking a Productions Team Lead for second shift at our Akron, OH location. You will lead and support production operators, ensure adherence to work instructions and quality standards, and participate in equipment changeovers and maintenance.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and continuous improvement to boost productivity and product quality. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, manufacturing experience, and proven leadership, communication, and

Qualifications

• Minimum high school education; able to read and follow work instructions.
• Proven leadership, communication, and organizational skills required.
• Able to lift up to 35 pounds and work in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support production operators in daily manufacturing activities.
• Ensure work instructions, quality standards, and production requirements are followed.
• Operate assembly equipment and molding machines as needed.
• Monitor production processes and address quality or efficiency concerns.
• Maintain accurate production records and documentation.
• Train and mentor new production operators.
• Promote and maintain 5S workplace organization standards.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures.
• Support continuous improvement efforts to enhance productivity, safety, and quality.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Read Instructions

Safety Mindset

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

It is time for a new challenge. And time to arrive where you want to be. We have grown steadily, together as a team. Would you like to grow too? For us and with us? If you answered yes, we have career opportunities for you Do you have what it takes to spur game-changing innovation? Do you crave being a part of the solution, while enjoying training and learning opportunities? Then get ready to join the Röchling Automotive team and become part of the next chapter in our history At our Akron, OH location we are searching for a:

Productions Team Lead - 2nd Shift

Where we need you

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support production operators in daily manufacturing activities.
• Ensure work instructions, quality standards, and production requirements are followed.
• Operate assembly equipment and molding machines as needed.
• Monitor production processes and address quality or efficiency concerns.
• Maintain accurate production records and documentation.
• Observe machine operation and communicate equipment malfunctions or quality issues to supervisors and technical personnel.
• Support technical teams during equipment changeovers and preventative maintenance activities.
• Assist with basic equipment troubleshooting and error resolution.
• Train and mentor new production operators.
• Promote and maintain 5S workplace organization standards.
• Ensure compliance with all safety policies and procedures.
• Stop and start production equipment within established operating guidelines.
• Assist with continuous improvement efforts to enhance productivity, safety, and quality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Employee in good standing with demonstrated proficiency in all aspects of the SCR Tank Cell.
• Previous manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.

Preferred

• Injection molding experience.
• Automotive manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience leading teams in a production environment.
• Basic mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, and reach throughout the shift.
• Lift and move materials weighing up to 35 pounds.
• Work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery and production equipment.

What we offer

• Benefits at DAY ONE
• 401k matching plan
• Paid holidays
• Röchling Wellness Program sponsoring run/walk programs throughout the year
• Onsite gym membership
• Employee Pricing and Discount program
• Continuous Improvement Program & Safety Awards
• Employee Referral Program
• Family Oriented work environment
• Apprenticeship/Internship programs
• Employee appreciation cookouts and dinners

Products for lower fuel consumption and increased comfort

Röchling Automotive, with more than 4,700 employees, is your partner for integrated system solutions in the areas of aerodynamics, powertrain and new mobility. With 39 locations on 4 continents, we are positioned globally. Our engineers, located in 4 engineering centers globally, are working with almost all vehicle manufacturers solving the challenges of the automotive industry to reduce emissions, weight and fuel consumption.

Aerodynamics

Through the reduction of driving resistances Aerodynamics helps to reduce CO2 emissions and energy consumption. Our lightweight underbody panels and active grille shutters systems set industry benchmarks.

Powertrain

The surrounding systems of the engine also play a role in further reducing emissions. Air intake systems, water systems and exhaust after treatment using SCR tank systems are innovations of Röchling Automotive which stand for greater efficiency.

New Mobility

New automotive energy sources such as battery systems and fuel cells drive the automotive industry and Röchling ahead. Our new mobility solutions can currently be found in vehicles from various manufacturers. We are focused on new concepts such as inductive charging systems, while also vigorously researching lightweight solutions.

We connect and combine competences to provide full service at the highest quality, locally and globally, for our customers, true to our motto "Boost your efficiency".

In the Automotive division, you will shape the mobility of tomorrow. System solutions in the areas of Battery Solutions, Structural Lightweight, Aerodynamics and Propulsion. This means: We protect the environment while also improving the driving experience of millions of vehicles.

The Röchling Group has been shaping industry. Worldwide. For more than 200 years. We transform the lives of people every day with our customized plastics: they reduce the weight of cars, make medication packaging more secure and improve industrial applications. Our workforce of 11.681 people is located in the places where our customers are – in 83 locations in 25 countries.