Group Leader - Warehouse

JB Poindexter & Co; Sturgis (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Group Leader to oversee production line activities. This role involves directing and training team members, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and maintaining a clean work environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a thorough understanding of lean manufacturing principles. Join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in production processes and employee development, where your contributions will directly impact the efficiency and success of operations.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Company Paid Life Insurance

10 Company Paid Holidays

Vacation and Personal Time

Qualifications

• 1-2 years' experience managing production processes, preferably line assembly.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Plan work schedules and ensure compliance with specifications.
• Direct and train team members in standard operating procedures.
• Document employee reports and prepare necessary paperwork.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Problem Solving

Lean Manufacturing

Interpersonal Skills

Computer Literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

MORGAN OLSON LLC

Morgan Olson is the leading walk-in van body manufacturer in North America producing over 7,500 vehicles annually. Morgan Olson’s portfolio of customers serves a multitude of industries and delivery applications. The primary industry served by these iconic Morgan Olson Walk-in vans is parcel package pick up & delivery because most everything ordered on-line is delivered by a Morgan Olson Walk-In Stepvan. Other key industries served include Textile Rental and Laundry services, baking and snack foods, newspaper delivery, service & utility vehicles, and the ever-growing mobile cuisine food trucks!

Morgan Olson’s leadership stands committed and focused. Reinvesting tens of millions of dollars back into Morgan Olson’s production facilities with state-of-the-art equipment and advanced automation technologies, producing the safest and most efficient "last mile" home delivery work trucks on the market today.

Job Title: Group Leader

Job Description:

Responsible for all phases of line production and the weld cell. Reporting to the Production Supervisor, this role provides direction and coordinates activities of operators. Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe working environment within their respective areas. Effectively direct, train, develop, and evaluate department staff.

Essential Functions and Activities:

• Plan work schedule to be performed during a given day or week, by several employees within their area of responsibility and ensure that work performed is in compliance with specifications.
• Effectively direct and work with Line or cell team members.
• Instruct and train team members in standard operating procedures (SOP’s).
• Observe machinery operation to detect malfunctions and report problems to maintenance for repair.
• Promotes 5S compliance by ensuring that all work areas are clean, orderly, and labeled.
• Document all employee reports and prepare all necessary paperwork including accident reports.
• Complete production reports as required.
• Provide feedback on team member performance/non-performance to Department/Area Supervisor.
• Supports and participates in Morgan Olson’s PPS team efforts.
• Adheres to Quality policy by exceeding customer expectations, being customer-focused and supporting continuous improvement activities.
• Adheres to Safety policies and practices behavioral based safety 100% of the time.
• Other duties as required.

Physical Requirements/Hazards:

• This role requires extensive standing, stooping, or bending, lifting, reaching, twisting, and turning to assemble parts. Lifting will involve fabricated parts and assemblies weighing anywhere from several pounds to 50 pounds.Parts weighing more than 50 pounds are handled with a hoist or with help from another team member.
• PPE: Safety shoes and safety glasses with side shields are always required. Other PPE such as hearing protection, gloves, safety goggles, respirators, etc. may be required depending upon the task at hand and department.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred plus 1-2 years' experience with managing production processes, preferably line assembly.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to multi-task.
• Thorough understanding of lean manufacturing and team concepts.
• Good problem solving and trouble-shooting skills.
• Computer literate.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)
• Company paid life insurance
• 10 company paid holidays
• Vacation and personal time

Equal Opportunity Employer

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