3rd Machine Line Team Lead

American Axle & Manufacturing; North Vernon, Northern (IN, KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauch Corporation is seeking a 3rd Machine Line Team Lead to support the Machine Line Supervisor and Operations Manager. You will coach the Machine Line, develop plans with supervisors, ensure safe operations, and deliver products meeting quality and productivity standards.

The role emphasizes leading Machine Line Specialists, enforcing SOPs, coordinating changeovers, and sustaining a culture of continuous improvement across lines and shifts.

Qualifications

• ISO9001/IATF16949/ISO14001 Awareness.
• Accountability of Others.
• Accurate Listening.
• Communications.
• Computer Applications (Basic).
• Conceptual Thinking.
• Coaching/Correcting Others.
• Critical Evaluation.
• Customer Specific Requirements.
• Developing Others.
• Ethical Practice.
• Health & Safety.
• Interpersonal Skills.
• Leadership & Direction Setting.
• Planning & Organizational Skills.
• Problem Solving.
• Project & Goal Focus.
• Quality Orientation.
• Risk-Based Thinking.
• Technical Expertise.

Responsibilities

• Oversees that the below skills are implemented and maintained: Safety Productivity Conduct Housekeeping/5S Quality Proper Machine Operation.
• Verifies that documented procedures and instructions are being followed: Standard Operating Procedures Rework Instructions Work Instructions Preventive Maintenance Instructions Inspection Instructions (MQP) Reaction Plans Process Set-up Instructions Associate Handbook Monitor Housekeeping/5S Posted Work Instructions Boundary Samples.
• Frequently reviews the quality of products following each process and provide immediate feedback to Machine Line Specialists
• Generate and recommend solutions to production problems and suggest corrective action to ensure quality standards, policies and procedures are adhered too
• Assign, train and rotate Machine Line Specialists in an effort to build a solid team
• Facilitates communication: Between operations within assigned Lines
• Develop action plans to increase productivity and scrap reduction
• Hold overlap communications meetings
• Conduct meetings with Team Leaders, Managers, Maintenance Specialists Between Lines Between Shifts
• Check and report status of supplies at the operation line and inventory levels
• Maintain appropriate staffing levels
• Prioritize, organize plant operations
• Maintain a motivational climate of continuous improvement
• Anticipate, analyze, and diagnose production problems (tooling problems, equipment malfunctions, material or labor shortages, etc.)
• Maintains assigned roster and crews
• Works with team on changeovers/setups at required operations
• Plan changes for minimum disruption
• Insure production is recorded and verify the following for accuracy: Operation Productivity & Scrap Accountability Logsheets Feedback on process and operation
• Provide input to facilitate effective cost reduction, work simplification, scheduling, etc.
• Monitor accuracy of production and quality reporting information with accountability for accuracy for crews/shifts
• Implement and monitor all safety procedures with appropriate follow-up and corrective actions for unsafe conditions

Skills

ISO9001 Awareness

Accountability

Coaching/Correcting

Leadership

Planning & Organization

Problem Solving

Communication

Technical Expertise

Tools

Computer Applications (Basic)

Job description

Job Posting Title 3rd Machine Line Team Lead Job Description Summary The Machine Line Team Leader assists the Machine Line Supervisor and the Machining Operations Manager with the development and continued success of the team and the operation.

As a coach of the Machine Line, the ML Team Leader; in conjunction with the ML Supervisor and Machining Operations Manager, will assess requirements, develop plans, and provide needed materials; thus assuring that the work area is safe and that the product produced meets or exceeds customer expectation with regard to quality and productivity.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversees that the below skills are implemented and maintained: Safety Productivity Conduct Housekeeping/5S Quality Proper Machine Operation.
• Verifies that documented procedures and instructions are being followed: Standard Operating Procedures Rework Instructions Work Instructions Preventive Maintenance Instructions Inspection Instructions (MQP) Reaction Plans Process Set-up Instructions Associate Handbook Monitor Housekeeping/5S Posted Work Instructions Boundary Samples
• Frequently reviews the quality of products following each process and provide immediate feedback to Machine Line Specialists
• Generate and recommend solutions to production problems and suggest corrective action to ensure quality standards, policies and procedures are adhered too
• Assign, train and rotate Machine Line Specialists in an effort to build a solid team
• Facilitates communication: Between operations within assigned Lines
• Develop action plans to increase productivity and scrap reduction
• Hold overlap communications meetings
• Conduct meetings with Team Leaders, Managers, Maintenance Specialists Between Lines Between Shifts
• Check and report status of supplies at the operation line and inventory levels
• Maintain appropriate staffing levels
• Prioritize, organize plant operations
• Maintain a motivational climate of continuous improvement
• Anticipate, analyze, and diagnose production problems (tooling problems, equipment malfunctions, material or labor shortages, etc.)
• Maintains assigned roster and crews
• Works with team on changeovers/setups at required operations
• Plan changes for minimum disruption
• Insure production is recorded and verify the following for accuracy: Operation Productivity & Scrap Accountability Logsheets Feedback on process and operation
• Provide input to facilitate effective cost reduction, work simplification, scheduling, etc.
• Monitor accuracy of production and quality reporting information with accountability for accuracy for crews/shifts
• Implement and monitor all safety procedures with appropriate follow-up and corrective actions for unsafe conditions

Required Skills and Education

• ISO9001/IATF16949/ISO14001 Awareness
• Accountability of Others
• Accurate Listening
• Communications
• Computer Applications (Basic)
• Conceptual Thinking
• Coaching/Correcting Others
• Critical Evaluation
• Customer Specific Requirements
• Developing Others
• Ethical Practice
• Health & Safety
• Interpersonal Skills
• Leadership & Direction Setting
• Planning & Organizational Skills
• Problem Solving
• Project & Goal Focus
• Quality Orientation
• Risk-Based Thinking
• Technical Expertise

About Dauch: Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.

Dauch will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. Dauch will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law.

For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail [e-mail].

Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.