Evening Shift Maintenance Unit Manager

Defense Mechanics Inc; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

PACCAR is seeking a production supervisor in Denton to lead manufacturing teams under the PACCAR Production System. You will drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost improvements while coordinating material, equipment, and personnel resources.

The role requires Lean knowledge, strong leadership, and experience guiding high‑performance teams in a manufacturing setting. Expect shift work and opportunities for growth within a global truck manufacturing leader.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Principles.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong leadership and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead production teams to meet PPS safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals.
• Manage production and maintenance activities to achieve plant goals.
• Coach teams on process improvement and root-cause analysis.
• Ensure training and adherence to plant rules and procedures.
• Track performance metrics and drive corrective action plans.
• Oversee timekeeping and shift operations for hourly staff.
• Provide timely feedback and support to team members.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Team leadership

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical or business field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Information

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines and also provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business. Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services - you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR.

Division Information

On highways, construction sites, city streets, logging roads - everywhere our customers earn their living - Peterbilt's red oval is a familiar symbol of performance, reliability and pride. Peterbilt has reigned as America's premium quality truck manufacturer since the company's founding in 1939. Our dedication to deliver products and services focused on improving customers' performance, image, profitability and peace of mind truly makes Peterbilt the Class of the Industry.

Requisition Summary

Leads team members to identify, manage, and execute the plants process improvement opportunities. Manages production employees to attain production and quality goals. Identifies problems or bottlenecks in production processes and resolves issues. Ensures production resources including materials, equipment and human resources are available as needed to maintain production schedules. Drives continuous improvement goals in safety, quality, delivery, cost, morale and environment. Responsible for managing and owning department functions of the business and creating an engaged, team-oriented work force in order to improve business results.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Acts as a primary resource to production team to help drive PACCAR Production System (PPS) and meet goals in the areas of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Morale, and Environment
• Manages production and maintenance activities to meet plant goals efficiently and effectively - accountable for line performance
• Leads and engages team members to improve systems, processes and procedures
• Leads by example and demonstrates PACCAR values
• Maintains team's adherence to plant rules, policies, and procedures
• Coaches team in personal accountability, giving and receiving feedback, root cause analysis, problem solving, decision making, and interpersonal communications
• Troubleshoots problems and implements corrective actions through root cause analysis
• Seeks and provides resources for team and provides necessary training that will assist the team in reaching its goals
• Conducts frequent Safety coaching with team and leads implementation of safe work practices
• Leads and/or actively participates in Focused Improvement Teams to improve Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost
• Accurately manage time and attendance for hourly employees daily through established time keeping system and takes immediate action to resolve issues as they arise
• Responsible to respond to or resolve all employee issues in their area of responsibility
• Responsible for enforcing work rules and assessing with corrective action when warranted
• Ensure all newly hired employees receive training
• Leads team in tracking and understanding performance metrics and creating action plans to address performance gaps
• Actively reinforces key PPS concepts every day through coaching and auditing of team members, Standard Work and ensuring effective pre-shift meetings. Provides frequent informal and periodic formal job performance feedback to team

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical or business related field highly preferred
• 1-3years' experience in a manufacturing/operations environment
• Demonstrated knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Principles
• Demonstrate ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities, identify and address problems, and meet deadlines
• Team leadership skills
• 1-3years' experience leading high performance work teams a plus
• Ability to perform formal root cause analysis to identify and resolve operational issues
• Strong leadership; organizational and planning abilities; and excellent analytical and problem solving skills are essential
• Excellent written, verbal and group or individual presentation skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Four year degree is recommended.

Additional Job Board Information

• Competitive salary and 401(k) with a 5% company match
• Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
• Comprehensive paid time off - minimum of 10 paid vacation days, 12 paid holidays and sick leave
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Medical, dental and vision insurance plans for you and your family
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health saving account (HSA)
• Paid short-and-long-term disability program
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
• Global fortune 500 company with a wide array of growth and development opportunities

Equal Opportunity / Diversity

• PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability.
• Peterbilt promotes Diversity and Inclusion through mentorship, events, and affinity support groups - The Diversity Council, Peterbilt Women's Initiative (PBWin), Veterans Group, and ADVOCATE (An LGBTQ support group).

Other

Must be able to work any shift.