Production Team Lead - Montezuma - B Shift

Magna International; Montezuma (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna International in Montezuma, Iowa is seeking a Team Leader to oversee production operations within a dynamic environment. The successful candidate will manage workflow, support team safety, and ensure quality operations while promoting continuous improvement.

This role demands strong organizational and decision-making skills, alongside the ability to work with minimal supervision. Candidates must possess at least a high school diploma and the flexibility to obtain necessary certifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to obtain TWI 10-hour certification.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Direct the work and parts flow in the production area.
• Conduct pre-shift meetings and train operators.
• Monitor adherence to standardized work and report issues.

Skills

Forklift operation

Organizational skills

Decision-making

Problem analysis

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Overhead crane operation

Job description

Overview

Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

What We Offer

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects.

Job Responsibilities

The Team Leader will direct the work and parts flow in their respective production area and assist employees in the operation of their equipment.

Safety First: obey the plant’s safety rules and procedures, wear PPE at all times, address safety concerns to promote an environment where zero injuries is the expected standard. Be available in the work area to assist employees, provide coverage when needed, and support other departments as required. Conduct pre-shift meetings with the team, train operators on standardized work, machine operations and quality inspections, and monitor adherence to standardized work. Report results, issues and corrective actions to the Area Supervisor/Production Manager. Review hour-by-hour performance and take appropriate actions to correct issues. Perform minor corrections to equipment or ensure proper personnel are notified. Report non-conforming parts to the area supervisor. Conduct daily 5S and safety audits and verify equipment is functioning; sign off safety checklists. Follow escalation processes when equipment is down and respond to Andons per zone. Participate in kaizen events and assist with downtime and scrap logging, as needed. Set up validation and communicate issues to the area supervisor or department manager. Support efforts to achieve department and plant goals and foster positive working relationships. Lead by example and encourage continuous improvement and positive behaviors. Follows Magna Body & Chassis and Magna operating principles.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Indirect supervision of hourly employees in the designated area.

Qualifications

(These qualifications represent the minimum requirements of the position. Employees will be required to possess the ability and aptitudes to perform the duties proficiently)

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or GED required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to obtain TWI 10-hour certification
• Ability to obtain a forklift license and to operate overhead crane
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to set direction and make decisions
• Must have good organizational skills
• Must exhibit high integrity and honesty
• Ability to effectively and appropriately present information and respond to questions from various groups
• Ability to analyze problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions

Other Details

Physical Demands: Per functional job description of the area assigned.

Environmental Conditions: General factory environment.

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, regardless of color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna respects privacy and complies with GDPR and local data privacy laws.

AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our recruitment process, we may use AI tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. AI helps identify qualifications and experience aligned with the role; final decisions are made by the hiring manager and team. No applicant data is shared externally through these tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled per our privacy and data protection policies. Under applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making. If you have questions, contact our Talent Attraction team.

Worker Type

Regular / Permanent

Group

Cosma International