Production Group Leader

HELLA Automotive Mexico S.A. de C.V.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

FORVIA HELLA is seeking a Production Group Leader to manage a dedicated production group, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. You will lead a team, schedule tasks, and drive continuous improvement in a high-volume environment.

You will liaise with quality control, maintenance, and supply chain, conduct performance reviews, and support development plans for staff, while maintaining accurate production reports and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing/production leadership.
• Knowledge of production processes and quality control.
• Proficiency in manufacturing software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the operations of the production group.
• Provide hands-on leadership and ensure a safe work environment.
• Monitor and control production outputs with regular quality checks.
• Schedule and assign tasks to team members to meet schedules.
• Handle performance reviews and development plans for staff.
• Investigate and resolve production issues and implement corrective actions.
• Liaise with QA, maintenance, and supply chain for smooth operations.
• Enforce health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Contribute to operational improvements and production goal attainment.
• Compile and maintain production reports and statistics.
• Participate in hiring and induction of new staff.
• Maintain open communication with team and address concerns.

Skills

Leadership

Quality control

Communication

Problem solving

MS Office

Organizational skills

Safety compliance

Record keeping

Independent work

Tools

Manufacturing software

Job description

Production Group Leader

Location

FORVIA HELLA is a listed international automotive supplier.As a company of the FORVIA Group, FORVIA HELLA stands for high-performancelighting technology and vehicle electronics and, with the Lifecycle SolutionsBusiness Group, also covers a broad service and product portfolio for the spareparts and workshop business as well as for manufacturers of special vehicles.With currently around 34,000 employees at over 125 locations, the company isactive worldwide and generated adjusted sales of €8.0 billion in the fiscalyear 2025.

YOUR TASKS

• Manage and oversee the operations of the specific production group in accordance with company standards and procedures.
• Provide hands-on leadership and guidance to team members, ensuring a safe and efficient work environment.
• Monitor and control production outputs, performing regular quality checks and making necessary adjustments.
• Schedule and assign tasks to team members, ensuring optimal utilization of resources and adherence to production schedules.
• Handle performance reviews of team members, implementing training and development plans as necessary.
• Investigate and resolve any production performance issues, implementing corrective actions promptly to minimize downtime.
• Liaise with other departments, such as quality control, maintenance, and supply chain, to ensure smooth operations and timely production.
• Enforce company policies and standards, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Assist in the development and implementation of operational improvements, working towards achieving production goals and objectives.
• Compile and maintain production reports, recording all relevant data and statistics of the production group.
• Participate in the hiring process of new production staff, and ensure proper induction and training is given.
• Maintain effective communication with team members, addressing any concerns or suggestions promptly.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

• Starting Hourly Wage: $25.50
• Proven experience in a manufacturing or production environment, preferably in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of production processes, quality control, and other techniques for maximizing operational efficiency.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and lead a team effectively.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, with the ability to identify and implement process improvements.
• Proficiency in relevant manufacturing software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines, with excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Understanding and commitment to complying with all safety, health and environmental rules and regulations.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions under minimal supervision.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Strong record-keeping abilities, with experience in preparing and maintaining production reports and schedules.

Even if you do not meet all our requirements, do not hesitate to apply to us, because the further development of our employees is very important to us and opens up a wide range of opportunities for you in our company.

FORVIA HELLA stands for the variety of all employees. Inclusion and diversity are firmly anchored in our company culture. We are continuously looking for new team players and welcome applications from all interested parties, regardless of their ethical and social background, age, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation or identity.