Production Business Unit Leader, Assembly

Stellantis; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Tuition reimbursement

18 paid volunteer hours per year

Generous Paid Time Off

Health & well-being coverage

Job summary

Stellantis is seeking a Business Unit Leader to manage shift teams in a fast-paced, unionized manufacturing environment in Warren, MI. The role emphasizes safety, quality, cost control, and on-time delivery while building capable teams and driving continuous improvement.

You will coordinate activities to meet business metrics, participate in SIS programs, and lead cross-functional teams in problem solving and throughput improvements. A robust supervisory background in manufacturing is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in operations management in a high-volume environment, including at least 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Ability to work any shift and overtime as required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interface with various levels of employees.
• Ability to build effective business relationships with plant leadership and customers.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to coach / mentor / develop team members.
• Goal oriented self-starter with ability to lead team.
• Experience in continuous improvement systems and lean manufacturing.
• Must have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage work teams in a fast paced, high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Ensure safety, quality, cost, and delivery during the shift.
• Build functional teams, train and allocate manpower.
• Drive continuous improvement to improve product quality and throughput.
• Coordinate all activities to achieve business metrics and SIS initiatives.
• Lead cross-functional teams in daily activities, problem solving and root cause analysis.
• Ensure production targets are achieved and manage budget and forecasts.
• Maintain documented processes and ensure adherence to standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Team building

Continuous improvement

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Business Unit Leader will be responsible for managing work teams in a fast paced, high volume, unionized, manufacturing environment. The Business Unit Leader is responsible for ensuring safety; quality; cost; and delivery during the shift. The selected candidate will be required to build functional teams, train and allocate manpower according to need, ensure team morale and drive continuous improvement solutions to improve product quality and reach throughput and cost targets. The selected candidate's responsibilities will include but are not limited to coordinating all activities to achieve business metrics and implementing Stellantis Industrial System (SIS) processes and initiatives.

Additional responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:

• Support and contribute to Stellantis Industrial System (SIS) programs and tools.
• Coordinate the Zone during the shift in ordinary and continuous improvement activities, meet with Supervisors / Team Leaders to guide Stellantis Industrial System (SIS) activities and share priorities.
• Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, delivery, cost savings, and employee morale during the shift.
• Lead a cross-functional team in daily activities, quality and throughput improvements, problem solving, and root cause analysis.
• Ensure safety regulation compliance and provide a safe working environment for employees.
• Ensure production targets are achieved, take part in Zone's budget definition and approve subsequent forecast/operative plan estimates.
• Conduct routine audits and verifications to confirm completion of written/documented processes, procedures, and activities.
• Ensure quality and operation systems are implemented and functioning per standards, re-establish ideal conditions in the case of system failure or non-conformance and plan for scheduled / unscheduled maintenance while maintaining quality and throughput levels.
• Meet with Area Managers, Supervisors, and Team Leaders regularly to provide and obtain performance feedback.
• Work with Area Managers, Supervisors and Team Leaders to develop plans for absenteeism management within the budget targets.
• Supports all aspects of production processes including safety, quality, delivery, cost and morale and drive successful implementation of WCM processes and standards.
• Facilitate communication between departments, lines, and internal suppliers.
• Teach, cultivate, and promote teamwork and problem solving in a positive, proactive work environment

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in operations management experience in a high-volume environment, including at least 2 years of supervisory experience
• Ability to work any shift and overtime as required
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interface with various levels of employees within all areas of the Plant from hourly represented employees to Senior Leadership as required
• Ability to build effective business relationships with plant leadership and customers
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Demonstrated ability to coach / mentor / develop team members
• Goal oriented self-starter with ability to lead team
• Experience in continuous improvement systems and lean manufacturing
• Must have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree

Our Benefits — Designed with You in Mind

Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage

From your very first day, you'll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.

Generous Paid Time Off

We believe in work-life balance. That's why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.

Competitive Retirement Savings Plans

We help you plan for the future with:

• An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
• An employer contribution, even if you don't contribute

Income Protection & Insurance Options

Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs — because your peace of mind matters.

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.

Family Building Benefit

We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.

Support for Your Growth and Giving Back

We believe in investing in your future and your passions:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan refinancing programs
• 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community

And so much more!

When you join us, you're not just building a career — you're joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.