Production Team Lead - Lean, Quality & Safety

Confidential; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company is seeking a Supervisor for their production area in Opelika, Alabama. The ideal candidate will oversee personnel, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards while leading teams to achieve production goals. A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required, along with a strong background in quality assurance and Lean Manufacturing principles. Effective communication and interpersonal skills are essential for this role which aims to continuously improve production efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and/or 5 years of relevant experience.
• Requires one to three years of experience in quality; automotive field preferred.
• Strong written, verbal and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all policies and safety rules.
• Lead team members in maintaining safety, quality and production levels.
• Responsible for maintaining and supporting TS16949 quality standards.
• Coach and lead personnel in the production area.
• Manage scrap control and documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Lean Manufacturing Principles

Good Communication Skills

Quality Assurance

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

5 years of relevant experience

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

A leading automotive company is seeking a Supervisor for their production area in Opelika, Alabama. The ideal candidate will oversee personnel, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards while leading teams to achieve production goals. A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required, along with a strong background in quality assurance and Lean Manufacturing principles. Effective communication and interpersonal skills are essential for this role which aims to continuously improve production efficiency.