Automotive Production Lead

Ground Effects LLC; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ground Effects LLC in Sterling Heights, MI, seeks a Production Supervisor to oversee the manufacture of vehicle components, ensuring quality and adherence to current policies. You will optimize staffing, monitor progress against the build plan, and maintain a safe workplace.

You will enforce IATF16949, ISO 14001 and OSHA requirements, coach the team on processes, and collaborate with plant management to resolve production issues and sustain on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: Grade 12 or equivalent.
• 1–3 years as production lead/supervisor.
• Automotive manufacturing background is a plus.
• Familiarity with IATF16949/ISO14001/OSHA; training provided.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; good computer skills.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Schedule staffing to meet production build schedules with quality and safety.
• Maintain communication with Plant Management for efficient daily operations.
• Provide support to production team and address areas of concern.
• Ensure work in process is properly tagged.
• Ensure equipment functions and report failures.
• Adhere to FIFO unless override.
• Oversee handling to prevent damage and store properly.
• Adhere to IATF16949 and OSHA requirements.
• Be visible on the floor and enforce health & safety policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Driver's license

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Further education asset

Job description

Ground Effects LLC in Sterling Heights, MI, seeks a Production Supervisor to oversee the manufacture of vehicle components, ensuring quality and adherence to current policies. You will optimize staffing, monitor progress against the build plan, and maintain a safe workplace.

You will enforce IATF16949, ISO 14001 and OSHA requirements, coach the team on processes, and collaborate with plant management to resolve production issues and sustain on-time delivery.