Leader in Training

Lippert Components Inc.; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision

401k with employer match

Career development opportunities

Inclusive company culture

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in Elkhart is seeking candidates for their Leader in Training Program. This full-time role provides exposure to multiple areas of the manufacturing environment, aiming to develop future leaders. Candidates will engage in hands-on learning and be responsible for developing and implementing new strategies. To qualify, 3-5 years in a manufacturing environment or a relevant degree is preferred. Local travel is required, and the candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Preferred 3-5 years in a manufacturing environment.
• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or related areas preferred.
• Experience with leadership and mentorship is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop skills through the Leader in Training Program.
• Gain exposure to tools and systems used in manufacturing.
• Learn internal processes and build relationships with team members.

Skills

Technical Capacity

Communication Proficiency

Results Driven

Initiative

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft D365

Tabware

Enovia

Job description

Overview

Who We Are: Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions, dedicated to shaping, growing and bettering the RV, marine, automotive, commercial vehicle and building products industries. We combine our strategic manufacturing capabilities with the power of our winning team culture to deliver unrivaled customer service, award‑winning innovation and premium products to all of our customers.

Why We are Different: At Lippert, Everyone Matters. This is not just a tagline or empty promise; it is who we are. We have intentionally created a culture that values and celebrates our team members’ unique and varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We strive to give our team members a deeper sense of purpose at work, and we continue to build a better work environment by aligning our cultural and business strategies with the needs of our team members.

What You will Get:

• A unique, inclusive and supportive company culture.
• Comprehensive benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, vacation, and more!
• Fair and competitive compensation.
• Career development and mentoring and opportunities to grow.
• Holiday, personal and vacation days.

Summary/Objective:

The Leader in Training Program allows Lippert Leadership to develop the skills of future leaders in all areas of the manufacturing environment. The Leader Trainee will gain exposure to the tools, thought processes, and support systems required to design and implement new strategies within Lippert. Curriculum utilized during the program will provide a roadmap that introduces each Leader Trainee to the infrastructure that Lippert strives for and has been built upon.

Duties and Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed under essential functions are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Conditions:

1. Primarily on the floor/in the work, could be exposed to elements (heat, snow, etc.)
2. May sit or stand for several hours at a time.
3. Repetitive use of hands to operate machinery.
4. 1st shift, 2nd shift, and off‑shift opportunities available.

Qualifications:

Three to five years in a manufacturing environment, or technical or bachelor’s degree in one of the following areas is preferred:

1. Engineering: Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial
2. Manufacturing: Business Administration, Global Business Strategy, Leadership and Supervision, LEAN Manufacturing
3. Supply Chain: Purchasing Supply Chain Logistics, Operations, Industrial Engineering, or related field of study

Essential Functions:

1. Master learning modules that build a foundation for leadership within Lippert, including:
   1. Accounting
   2. Engineering
   3. Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)
   4. Innovation
   5. Inventory Control
   6. Leadership & Culture
   7. Lean
   8. Manufacturing
   9. Purchasing
   10. Quality
2. Complete online eLearning and in-person courses to supplement day‑to‑day learnings and interactions
3. Establish short‑term and long‑term program goals and expectations
4. Develop relationships with various team members and leaders
5. Innovation/Continuous improvement, Quality, Leadership and Culture, and Customer Service mindset
6. Learn internal systems such as Microsoft D365, Tabware, Enovia, etc.
7. Be passionate about winning and eager/hungry to learn more.
8. Perform other duties as assigned

Competencies:

1. Technical Capacity.
2. Ethical Conduct.
3. Communication Proficiency.
4. Results Driven.
5. Initiative

Supervisory Responsibility:

This role does not have any supervisory responsibility upon hiring. The ultimate goal is to lead team(s) and/or process(es).

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The Team Member may have to lift and/or move items over 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full‑time position, and the expected work hours are decided by the hiring manager.

Travel:

Local travel is required for this position.

If this is for a non-Indiana location, the candidate will possibly relocate to Indiana for the period of the LIT training program.

Preferred Education and Experience

Three to five years in a manufacturing environment, or technical or bachelor’s degree in preferred area.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the Team Member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Pay Group: AAP/EEO Statement

Lippert provides equal employment opportunity to all team members and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, citizen status, protected veteran status, military service, marital status or any other legally protected category as established by federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, compensation, training, promotion, discipline, transfer, leave‑of‑absence, access to benefits, layoff, recall, termination and other personnel matters. All employment and personnel‑related decisions are based solely upon legitimate, job‑related factors, such as skill, ability, past performance, and length of service with Lippert.

Lippert’s strong commitment to equal employment opportunity requires a commitment by each individual team member. Compliance with the letter and spirit of this policy is required of all team members. Violations of this policy should be immediately reported to your leader or to any member of leadership. Team members who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

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