Chassis Weld Operations Lead & Safety Champion

Y-tec Keylex Toyotetsu Alabama, Inc. (YKTA); Madison (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

YKTA is seeking an Assistant Manager for the Chassis Weld/Ecoat area to support the department manager in delivering a high-quality product while ensuring team safety.

The role emphasizes people leadership, analytical thinking, problem solving, and technical knowledge in a manufacturing setting. Responsibilities include leading group leaders, improving safety, quality, 5S, training, and coordinating with HR and production schedules.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years supervisory experience, preferably in the automotive industry.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite especially Excel.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead Group leaders in employee relations, problem solving (TPS), scheduling, and processes.
• Work with safety, quality, and 5S programs; ensure compliance and training for all employees.
• Assist in monitoring production schedules and department priorities to meet delivery dates.
• Collaborate with Human Resources to maintain policy compliance and training effectiveness.
• Create standardized work practices and ensure team members follow them; report issues to management.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Verbal & written communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

YKTA is seeking an Assistant Manager for the Chassis Weld/Ecoat area to support the department manager in delivering a high-quality product while ensuring team safety.

The role emphasizes people leadership, analytical thinking, problem solving, and technical knowledge in a manufacturing setting. Responsibilities include leading group leaders, improving safety, quality, 5S, training, and coordinating with HR and production schedules.